IOSH Managing Safely Quiz

1. What is the purpose of a method statement?

To list hazards To describe safe working methods To identify PPE To train staff

2. What is the main purpose of a risk assessment?

To eliminate all risks To identify hazards To reduce insurance costs To comply with the law

3. What is the first step in the risk assessment process?

Evaluate the risks Identify the hazards Record findings Review the assessment

4. What is the purpose of a safety sign?

To provide information To decorate the workplace To improve morale To meet legal obligations only

5. Question

Option A Option B Option C Option D

6. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

7. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

8. What is the main purpose of a risk assessment?

To eliminate all risks To identify hazards To reduce insurance costs To comply with the law

9. What does PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment Professional Protection Engineering Personal Process Evaluation Public Protection Essentials

10. Why is it important to report near misses?

To avoid legal consequences To improve safety To reduce paperwork To train new staff

11. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

12. What is the main purpose of a risk assessment?

To eliminate all risks To identify hazards To reduce insurance costs To comply with the law

13. What is the purpose of a safety sign?

To provide information To decorate the workplace To improve morale To meet legal obligations only

14. Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard?

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

15. Why is it important to report near misses?

To avoid legal consequences To improve safety To reduce paperwork To train new staff

16. Which regulation requires employers to assess risks to health and safety?

Health and Safety at Work Act Fire Safety Order COSHH Regulations Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

17. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

18. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

19. What is the purpose of a safety sign?

To provide information To decorate the workplace To improve morale To meet legal obligations only

20. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

21. What is the main purpose of a risk assessment?

To eliminate all risks To identify hazards To reduce insurance costs To comply with the law

22. What does PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment Professional Protection Engineering Personal Process Evaluation Public Protection Essentials

23. Which regulation requires employers to assess risks to health and safety?

Health and Safety at Work Act Fire Safety Order COSHH Regulations Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

24. Which regulation requires employers to assess risks to health and safety?

Health and Safety at Work Act Fire Safety Order COSHH Regulations Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

25. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

IOSH Managing Safely – 25 Random Questions

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