Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering Health & Safety Quiz

What is the primary responsibility of employees regarding safety?

To comply with their employer's safety policies
To cooperate with their employers on safety matters
To report any safety concerns to their line management
To ensure their own safety and the safety of others (correct)

What is the relationship between employers and employees regarding safety responsibilities?

Employers and employees have completely separate safety responsibilities
Employers are solely responsible for safety, and employees must comply
Safety is a joint effort between employers and employees (correct)
Employees are solely responsible for their own safety

What is the consequence if an employee intentionally or recklessly interferes with or misuses safety equipment?

The employer will be fined by the HSE
The employee will be disciplined by their employer
There are no consequences for the employee
The employee can be prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) (correct)

What is the main purpose of the HASAW ACT 1974 Section 7 mentioned in the text?

To establish a joint safety responsibility between employers and employees (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main requirement for employees to cooperate with their employers on safety matters?

Employees must cooperate as long as it does not increase health and safety risks or lead to illegal acts (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Defence Policy for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection mentioned in the text?

To define the safety responsibilities of defence employees (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus of the Regulations mentioned in the text?

Health and safety in the workplace (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to maintain equipment?

To ensure safety (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation deals with hazardous substances in the workplace?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key message regarding Health & Safety in the workplace from the text?

It is a priority for everyone (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation deals with reporting injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences?

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrence regulations (RIDDOR) (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is Risk Assessment important according to the text?

To ensure proper planning for safety (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of substance poses limited health risks?

Irritant (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of substance would impede the function of one or more organs in the body?

Toxic (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a typical control measure to manage substances effectively?

Storage Safety Data Sheets (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) in substance handling?

To protect against toxic substances (C) Signup and view all the answers

When should hearing protection be provided according to noise regulations?

As a last resort (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of ignoring temporary deafness after being exposed to loud noise?

Permanent hearing damage (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of PPE provided in the text?

Steel-toed boots (A) Signup and view all the answers

What standard does the safety helmet comply with?

BS EN 397 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the high visibility jacket is true?

It is made of polyester and is fluorescent yellow. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the NATO stock number for the leather work gloves?

8415-99-975-7244/5/6 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'MJP' stand for?

The text does not specify what MJP stands for (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation covers the safe handling of hazardous substances in the workplace?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Health and Safety at Work Act?

To ensure the safety and well-being of workers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation addresses the safe use of work equipment?

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrence Regulations (RIDDOR)?

To require the reporting of certain workplace incidents and occurrences (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation covers the safe handling of manual handling tasks?

Manual Handling Regulations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations?

To provide guidelines for risk assessment and management (D) Signup and view all the answers