Health and Safety Quiz

Sally is starting a new job at a hair salon. What is one of the key principles Sally should follow for monitoring health and safety?

• Understanding individual roles and responsibilities

• Increasing production speed

• Reducing employee benefits

• Ignoring safety protocols

Leo is in a building when he notices a small fire starting in the corner of a room. Which type of equipment should Leo use in the event of a fire?

• Fire extinguisher

• Water hose

• First aid kit

• Safety goggles

At a company meeting, Henry asks why Health and Safety Acts are important in the workplace. What is the purpose of Health and Safety Acts?

• To explain their meaning

• To increase company profits

• To reduce employee wages

• To promote unhealthy practices

Arthur is starting a new job and is given two documents: a code of conduct and information about Health and Safety legislation. What is the difference between a code of conduct and Health and Safety legislation?

• A code of conduct is a guideline, while legislation is a law

• Both are the same

• Legislation is optional, while a code of conduct is mandatory

• A code of conduct is a law, while legislation is a guideline

Grace is responsible for ensuring everyone knows what to do in case of unexpected situations at work. What is one of the procedures she might discuss with her team?

• Procedures for financial audits

• Procedures for dealing with emergencies

• Procedures for marketing strategies

• Procedures for software development

During a fire drill at Harlow College, which of the following is important for Leo to know?

• Location of fire exits

• Location of vending machines

• Location of restrooms

• Location of classrooms

Evie is in a computer lab when she notices a small electrical fire starting near one of the computers. She sees four different types of fire extinguishers nearby. Which type of fire extinguisher should Evie not use on the electrical fire?

• Water

• Powder

• Foam

• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Max is working in the salon when a small fire breaks out involving both a spilt liquid and some electrical equipment. Which extinguisher should Max use to safely put out both types of fires?

• Water

• Powder

• Foam

• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Rosie is in the staff room when she notices a small fire starting on the hob. She quickly grabs a fire blanket. What is the fire blanket used for?

• To extinguish electrical fires

• To smother a small localised fire or if a person's clothing is on fire

• To cool down overheated appliances

• To clean up chemical spills

Isla accidentally starts a small fire in the kitchen. She quickly covers it with a fire blanket. Why does the fire go out after she does this?

• It removes the heat source

• It adds water to the fire

• It removes the oxygen

• It increases the fuel