Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Employee Responsibilities

Who is responsible for not intentionally or recklessly interfering with or misusing anything provided in the interests of Health, Safety or Welfare?

Any person

What is the consequence of interfering with machine safeguards if the necessary information, training, and supervision have been provided?

Disciplinary action

What is the purpose of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?

To ensure the effective planning, organisation, control, monitoring and review of preventive and protective measures

What is the usual way to accomplish the recording and making known of health and safety arrangements to employees?

Through a company health and safety policy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used in military contexts for a company health and safety policy?

Unit Health and Safety Policy Signup and view all the answers

Which act requires that no person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of Health, Safety or Welfare?

HASAW ACT 1974 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of keeping a record of reportable injuries, diseases, or dangerous occurrences?

To comply with health and safety regulations Signup and view all the answers

What information must be included in the records of reportable injuries, diseases, or dangerous occurrences?

Date and method of reporting, personal details, and brief description of the event Signup and view all the answers

Which form is used by the Army, including associated MOD Civilians, for reporting Near Misses, Dangerous Conditions, Unsafe Acts, Incidents, and Accidents?

RAF F7454 DURALS Signup and view all the answers

What does PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment Signup and view all the answers

Which form can be used by employers who must keep an accident book under Social Security Law?

B1510 Accident Book Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the JFC Form 510?

To report Accidents, Incidents, and Near Misses Signup and view all the answers

According to HASAW ACT 1974 SECTION 7, what is the responsibility of employees?

To not endanger themselves or others by their acts or omissions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Defence Policy for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection?

To provide a framework for employers to comply with health and safety regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not complying with health and safety regulations?

HSE can prosecute individuals failing to comply with legal responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of employees in ensuring health and safety in the workplace?

Employees must co-operate with their employer to ensure health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Legislative Framework and Departmental Policy?

To provide a framework for employers to comply with health and safety regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an employee intentionally or recklessly interfering with or misusing anything provided in the interests of their health, safety, or welfare?

The employee will be prosecuted by HSE Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of PPE according to the regulation?

To protect against one or more risks to a person's safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the material used for the palm of the Work Type Gloves?

Horse/cattle hide Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard to which the High Visibility Jacket is certified?

BS EN ISO 20471 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the retroreflective strips on the High Visibility Jacket?

To enhance the wearer's visibility in low light conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of helmet described as 'Combat General, Service latest issue'?

Helmet, Ground Troops Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Ear Muff, High Protection?

To provide protection against loud noises Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the lesson on Health and Safety Regulations?

To gain underpinning knowledge of various Health and Safety Regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations?

To control the handling of hazardous substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Risk Assessment?

To identify potential hazards in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not following Health and Safety guidelines?

A serious injury or even death Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)?

To ensure the safe use of work equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)?

To report injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences Signup and view all the answers