Health and Safety Legislation Quiz

What is the aim of health and safety legislation in the workplace?

• To increase productivity

• To protect the workforce and members of the public

• To reduce taxes

• To promote sales

What does RIDDOR stand for?

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

• Regulations of Industrial Diseases and Dangerous Operations

• Reporting of Industrial Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences

• Regulations of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Operations

Where would RIDDOR typically be used in the gas industry?

• In marketing strategies

• In reporting safety incidents

• In financial audits

• In customer service

What are the key responsibilities of employees, employers, and customers under health and safety legislation?

• To ensure financial growth

• To maintain safety standards

• To increase production

• To enhance customer satisfaction

What is the role of enforcing authorities under health and safety legislation?

• To provide financial support

• To enforce safety regulations

• To manage employee benefits

• To conduct market research

What are the roles, responsibilities, and powers of HSE inspectors?

• To conduct financial audits

• To enforce health and safety laws

• To manage public relations

• To oversee marketing campaigns

Who does the health and safety legislation apply to at work?

• Only employers

• Only employees

• Employers, employees, self-employed, general public, and people and activities

• Only the general public

Which of the following is a responsibility under HASAWA?

• Control dangerous substances.

• Increase company profits.

• Hire more employees.

• Reduce taxes.

Who is responsible for health, safety, and welfare according to HASAWA?

• Everyone.

• Only managers.

• Only employees.

• Only safety officers.

What is one of the duties of an employer under HASAWA?

• Provide free meals to employees.

• Ensure safe access to and from the workplace.

• Offer flexible working hours.

• Organize social events for employees.