NEBOSH ND2 Hazardous Substances and Workplace Health Quiz

What is the primary aim of UK REACH regulations?

• To increase chemical production
• To reduce manufacturing costs
• To simplify chemical import procedures
• To provide high-level protection for people and environment

In the context of drugs and alcohol policy, what is essential before commencing policy design?

• Employee voting
• Legal consultation
• External auditor approval
• Support from senior management

What does the term 'sensitisation' refer to in occupational health?

• Chemical contamination
• Pre-existing sensitivity causing allergic response
• Workplace stress
• Physical injury

What is the primary function of macrophages in respiratory defense?

• Filtering air
• Creating mucus
• Undergoing phagocytosis of particles
• Producing antibodies

Under CLP regulations, how are dangerous chemicals classified?

• By three different criteria
• By color
• By weight
• By manufacturing date

What does a Category 1 acute toxicity classification mean?

• Moderate toxicity
• Low toxicity
• Minimal toxicity
• Extremely high toxicity

What is the primary difference between skin corrosion and skin irritation?

• Chemical composition
• Reversibility of damage
• Duration of exposure
• Application method

What does a germ cell mutagen potentially cause?

• Temporary sterility
• Muscle damage
• Heritable genetic defects
• Skin discoloration

In the hierarchy of controls, what is the first priority for managing hazardous substances?

• Substitute
• Eliminate exposure
• Minimize exposure
• Use PPE

What does COSHH Regulation 6 primarily require?

• Risk assessment of hazardous substances
• Employee training
• Equipment maintenance
• Chemical inventory