Occupational Safety Laws Quiz

What was the main occupational safety law before OSHA 1994?

• Industrial Relations Act 1967

• Factories and Machinery Act 1967

• Employment Act 1955

• Workers' Compensation Act 1952

The FMA 1967 was considered outdated because it:

• Encouraged innovation in safety practices

• Promoted performance-based safety systems

• Had overly prescriptive and detailed regulations

• Allowed too much flexibility for employers

OSHA 1994 was introduced to:

• Replace all existing safety laws in Malaysia

• Expand coverage to all sectors and reduce reliance on government enforcement

• Focus only on high-risk industries

• Limit employer responsibilities

Which industries were originally covered under the Factories and Machinery Act 1967?

• Agriculture, Forestry, Fishery, Retail

• Transport, Utilities, Communications, Finance

• Mining, Construction, Quarrying, Manufacturing

• Hotel, Restaurant, Business Services, Insurance

The core philosophy of OSHA 1994 is based on:

• Centralized government enforcement

• Self-regulation by those who create and face risks

• Outsourcing safety to third-party consultants

• Voluntary compliance by workers only

Self-regulation under OSHA 1994 means:

• Only the government is responsible for workplace safety

• Safety is optional unless an accident occurs

• Employers and employees share responsibility for managing risks

• Only safety officers are accountable for compliance

OSHA 1994 consists of how many parts?

• 12

• 18

• 15

• 10

OSHA 1994 is considered an enabling law because it:

• Replaces all previous safety laws

• Applies only to private companies

• Supports and complements existing legislation like the FMA 1967

• Requires no enforcement mechanisms

Under OSHA 1994, duties are assigned to:

• Only employers and employees

• Only government inspectors

• Employers, employees, manufacturers, designers, importers, and suppliers

• Only safety and health officers

One of the main purposes of OSHA 1994 is to:

• Increase industrial productivity

• Reduce government spending on inspections

• Ensure the safety, health, and welfare of workers

• Promote international trade