T-Level 1.9 Implications of poor health and safety

What is a common consequence of poor health and safety practices on building performance?

• Improved efficiency

• Increased accidents

• Lower maintenance costs

• Enhanced reputation

Which of the following is a direct impact of accidents in the workplace?

• Increased productivity

• Decreased insurance premiums

• Increased downtime

• Improved employee morale

What can be a financial implication of poor health and safety for a construction company?

• Higher profit margins

• Reduced compensation claims

• Increased insurance premiums

• Decreased operational costs

How does poor health and safety affect a company's reputation?

• Positively, by showing resilience

• It has no effect

• Negatively, by diminishing trust

• Enhances customer loyalty

What environmental impact can result from accidents on a construction site?

• Improved air quality

• Reduced waste

• Contamination

• Increased green space

Which of the following is considered a 'near miss' in the context of workplace health and safety?

• A situation where work is completed ahead of schedule

• An incident where no injury or damage occurs, but had the potential to do so

• A minor injury that does not require medical attention

• A financial loss due to unexpected downtime

What is the impact of slips, trips, and falls on individual stakeholders within a construction project?

• Increased motivation

• Enhanced job satisfaction

• Potential for injuries or fatalities

• Improved personal development

How can poor health and safety practices impact a construction project's timeline?

• Projects are completed faster

• No impact on the project timeline

• Delays due to accidents and investigations

• More efficient use of resources

What is a potential consequence of not addressing near misses in the workplace?

• Decreased likelihood of future accidents

• Increased awareness and prevention

• Ignoring learning opportunities to prevent accidents

• Immediate financial savings

Which stakeholder is directly affected by injuries on a construction site?

• Investors

• Employees

• Suppliers

• Competitors