Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering Health & Safety Quiz
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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?

    <p>To establish a joint safety responsibility between employers and employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Employees must cooperate as long as it does not increase health and safety risks or lead to illegal acts</p> 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?

    <p>To define the safety responsibilities of defence employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Health and safety in the workplace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to maintain equipment?

    <p>To ensure safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regulation deals with hazardous substances in the workplace?

    <p>Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It is a priority for everyone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrence regulations (RIDDOR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Risk Assessment important according to the text?

    <p>To ensure proper planning for safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of substance poses limited health risks?

    <p>Irritant</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Toxic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Storage Safety Data Sheets</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To protect against toxic substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should hearing protection be provided according to noise regulations?

    <p>As a last resort</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Permanent hearing damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PPE stand for?

    <p>Personal Protective Equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Steel-toed boots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What standard does the safety helmet comply with?

    <p>BS EN 397</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It is made of polyester and is fluorescent yellow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>8415-99-975-7244/5/6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym 'MJP' stand for?

    <p>The text does not specify what MJP stands for</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To ensure the safety and well-being of workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regulation addresses the safe use of work equipment?

    <p>Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To require the reporting of certain workplace incidents and occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regulation covers the safe handling of manual handling tasks?

    <p>Manual Handling Regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To provide guidelines for risk assessment and management</p> Signup and view all the answers

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