OSH Legislation & Agencies Quiz

What does OSH stand for?

• Occupational Services and Health

• Occupational Safety and Health

• Organizational Safety and Hazard

• Operational Standards and Health

What is the main goal of OSH?

• Increase profit

• Protect machinery

• Ensure safety and health of workers

• Monitor productivity

Which act was enacted to replace older UK OSH laws?

• FMA 1967

• OSHA 1994

• HASAWA 1974

• ESA 1990

What legislation covers the majority of Malaysia's workforce?

• FMA 1967

• OSHA 1994

• ESA 1990

• SOCSO Act

Which of the following is NOT a statutory OSH law in Malaysia?

• OSHA 1994

• FMA 1967

• Clean Air Act

• ESA 1990

What is the top level in the hierarchy of legislation?

• Guidelines

• Act

• Regulations

• Industry Code of Practice

What is the focus of Section 15 under OSHA 1994?

• Duties of employees

• Duties of government

• Duties of employers to employees

• Health inspection

What is the maximum penalty for violating Section 15-18 under OSHA?

• RM10,000 or 6 months jail

• RM50,000 or 2 years jail

• RM20,000 or 1 year jail

• RM1,000 or 3 months jail

Which section mandates employees to wear protective equipment?

• Section 15

• Section 24

• Section 19

• Section 17

Which of the following is a function of DOSH?

• Provide OSH training

• Enforce OSH-related legislation

• Provide insurance benefits

• Offer employee legal aid