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. 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

3. Question

Option A Option B Option C Option D

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

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

5. Why is it important to report near misses?

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

6. What does PPE stand for?

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

7. Why is it important to report near misses?

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

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

Evaluate the risks Identify the hazards Record findings Review the assessment

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

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

10. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

11. What does PPE stand for?

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

12. What is the purpose of a method statement?

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

13. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

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

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

15. What is the purpose of a safety sign?

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

16. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

17. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

18. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

19. 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

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

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

21. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

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. What does PPE stand for?

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

25. Why is it important to report near misses?

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

IOSH Managing Safely – 25 Random Questions

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