IOSH Managing Safely Quiz

1. Why is it important to report near misses?

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

2. What is the purpose of a method statement?

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

3. Why is it important to report near misses?

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

4. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

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

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

6. 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

7. What is the purpose of a method statement?

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

8. What does PPE stand for?

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

9. What is the purpose of a safety sign?

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

10. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

11. What is the purpose of a safety sign?

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

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. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

14. What does PPE stand for?

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

15. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

16. What does PPE stand for?

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

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

Electricity Lifting technique Noise Spillages

18. 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

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 fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher Foam extinguisher CO2 extinguisher Wet chemical extinguisher

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 is the purpose of a method statement?

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

23. Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

The employer only The safety officer only Everyone The government

24. What does PPE stand for?

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

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

Evaluate the risks Identify the hazards Record findings Review the assessment

IOSH Managing Safely – 25 Random Questions

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