Workplace Health and Safety Quiz.

A Workplace Health and Safety Quiz helps ensure employees understand essential safety procedures, hazard awareness, and proper response techniques. It reinforces a strong safety culture by keeping workers informed and prepared to prevent accidents.

The topics covered in this quiz are essential workplace safety practices, including PPE use, emergency response, fire safety, hazardous materials handling, ergonomics, proper lifting techniques, equipment safety, incident reporting, safety signage, and risk assessment.

Score Guide:

• 45-50 correct: Excellent knowledge of workplace health and safety.
• 40-44 correct: Good understanding, minor review needed.
• 35-39 correct: Adequate knowledge, some areas need improvement.
• Below 35: Additional training recommended

Workplace Health & Safety Training Answer Key (1–50 Answers)

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1. B – Personal Protective Equipment
2. B – Assess the situation for danger
3. B – Monthly
4. A – Occupational Safety and Health Administration
5. B – Before working with hazardous materials
6. B – Bend your knees and lift with your legs
7. D – Fire exits should never be blocked
8. C – 20 seconds
9. C – Blue
10. B – Within 24 hours of any incident
11. B – Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
12. B – Keep walkways clear and clean up spills immediately
13. C – Annually
14. B – Designing workspaces to fit workers
15. B – Tag it and report it immediately
16. B – To control energy sources during maintenance
17. D – Approximately 90%
18. C – Caution or warning
19. B – According to compatibility and SDS requirements
20. C – People, environment, property
21. C – Three
22. B – Report it or address it immediately
23. D – It varies based on individual capability and circumstances
24. C – Prohibition or danger
25. C – Annually or when workstation changes occur
26. B – To identify and prevent potential accidents
27. B – When required by workplace policy or hazard assessment
28. B – Use designated sharps or broken glass container
29. C – 15 minutes
30. B – To prevent injuries and create a safe work environment
31. B – Evacuate immediately via designated routes
32. C – Use temporarily with appropriate capacity rating
33. B – Feet flat on floor, back supported, screen at eye level
34. B – When noise levels exceed 85 decibels
35. B – Systematic examination of workplace safety practices
36. B – Follow spill response procedures and notify appropriate personnel
37. B – To protect workers from moving parts and hazards
38. B – Immediately or as soon as possible
39. B – Only after proper training and certification
40. B – Access to information about hazardous materials
41. B – Upright and secured with chains or straps
42. B – To identify and evaluate workplace hazards
43. B – When there is risk of eye injury from flying particles or chemicals
44. C – Every 20-30 minutes
45. B – Evacuate, avoid ignition sources, and report immediately
46. B – Entering spaces not designed for continuous occupancy with limited entry/exit
47. B – Metal container with tight-fitting lid
48. B – To promote workplace safety and address safety concerns
49. B – When damaged, worn, or no longer provides adequate protection
50. B – Employee attitude and commitment to safety

Health & Safety Training Quiz – Set 2

The quiz questions 51–100 cover advanced workplace health & safety topics, including machinery operation, chemical handling, electrical safety, confined space entry, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, emergency preparedness, hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident reporting procedures.

Instructions

This quiz contains 50 additional questions about workplace health and safety. Choose the best answer from options A to D for each question. All answers are provided at the end.

Health & Safety Question 51-100 

51. What is the recommended angle for a ladder when leaning against a wall?

• A) 45 degrees
• B) 60 degrees
• C) 75 degrees
• D) 90 degrees

52. What does WHMIS stand for?

• A) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
• B) Worker Health Management Information System
• C) Workplace Health and Medical Insurance System
• D) Warning Hazard Material Identification System

53. How long should safety records be retained?

• A) 1 year
• B) 3 years
• C) According to local regulations (typically 5-30 years)
• D) 6 months

54. What is the primary cause of workplace fires?

• A) Smoking materials
• B) Electrical equipment
• C) Arson
• D) Cooking equipment

55. When should a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) be performed?

• A) Only after an accident occurs
• B) Before starting a new or non-routine task
• C) Once per year
• D) Never, they’re unnecessary

56. What is the proper response to a chemical splash on skin?

• A) Apply ointment immediately
• B) Flush with water for at least 15 minutes
• C) Wipe off with a dry cloth
• D) Wait to see if irritation develops

57. What does “housekeeping” mean in workplace safety?

• A) Cleaning offices after hours
• B) Maintaining clean, organized, and clutter-free work areas
• C) Hiring janitorial staff
• D) Decorating the workplace

58. How often should safety harnesses be inspected?

• A) Once per year
• B) Before each use and periodically by a competent person
• C) Every 6 months
• D) Only when they appear damaged

59. What is the purpose of a permit-to-work system?

• A) To control employee attendance
• B) To authorize and control high-risk activities
• C) To track work hours
• D) To approve vacation requests

60. What is repetitive strain injury (RSI)?

• A) Injury from one-time heavy lifting
• B) Damage from repeated motions or awkward postures
• C) Injury from chemical exposure
• D) Psychological stress

61. What should you do if someone is electrocuted?

• A) Touch them to check for pulse
• B) Turn off power source before touching them
• C) Pour water on them
• D) Move them immediately

62. What is the minimum aisle width required for safe passage?

• A) 12 inches
• B) 24 inches
• C) 36 inches or as per regulations
• D) 60 inches

63. What does the term “competent person” mean in safety?

• A) Anyone with a high school diploma
• B) Someone with knowledge, training, and authority to identify hazards
• C) A supervisor
• D) Someone over 21 years old

64. How should you respond to a medical emergency at work?

• A) Drive the person to hospital yourself
• B) Call emergency services and provide first aid if trained
• C) Wait for the person to recover on their own
• D) Give them medication from the first aid kit

65. What is the safe working load (SWL)?

• A) Maximum weight employees should lift
• B) Maximum load equipment is designed to handle safely
• C) Minimum weight for equipment testing
• D) Average daily workload

66. When should respiratory protection be used?

• A) Only in coal mines
• B) When engineering controls cannot adequately reduce exposure
• C) All the time in any workplace
• D) Never, it’s uncomfortable

67. What is the hierarchy of hazard control?

• A) PPE, training, elimination
• B) Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, admin controls, PPE
• C) Training, supervision, discipline
• D) Warning signs, barriers, PPE

68. What should be included in a safety induction for new employees?

• A) Only their job duties
• B) Emergency procedures, hazards, safety policies, and reporting
• C) Just a tour of the facility
• D) Only payroll information

69. What is the purpose of a safety data sheet (SDS)?

• A) To track employee injuries
• B) To provide information about hazardous substances
• C) To record safety meetings
• D) To calculate insurance premiums

70. How should you handle stress in the workplace?

• A) Ignore it and keep working
• B) Identify stressors, communicate concerns, and seek support
• C) Quit immediately
• D) Blame coworkers

71. What is the recommended lighting level for general office work?

• A) 50 lux
• B) 150 lux
• C) 500 lux
• D) 1000 lux

72. What is heat stress?

• A) Stress from workplace pressure
• B) Body’s inability to cool itself properly in hot conditions
• C) Anxiety about deadlines
• D) Fear of fire

73. How should ladders be secured?

• A) Left unsecured if only used briefly
• B) Tied, blocked, or held by another person
• C) Just lean carefully
• D) Place heavy objects at the base

74. What is the purpose of safety signage?

• A) Decoration
• B) To warn, inform, and direct regarding hazards
• C) To meet minimum legal requirements only
• D) To blame workers for accidents

75. When should safety shoes have steel toes?

• A) Always
• B) When there’s risk of foot injury from falling objects
• C) Never, composite is always better
• D) Only in construction

76. What is occupational hygiene?

• A) Personal cleanliness at work
• B) Science of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating and controlling health hazards
• C) Cleaning the workplace
• D) Medical examinations

77. How often should first aid kits be checked?

• A) Daily
• B) Regularly (monthly) and after each use
• C) Annually
• D) Only when supplies run out

78. What is the proper way to store flammable liquids?

• A) Near heat sources
• B) In approved containers in designated storage areas
• C) Under sinks
• D) In plastic bottles near windows

79. What is workplace bullying?

• A) Constructive criticism
• B) Repeated unreasonable behavior that creates risk to health and safety
• C) Any form of supervision
• D) Performance management

80. How should you lift an object above shoulder height?

• A) Stand on tiptoes and reach
• B) Use a stable platform or ladder
• C) Jump to generate momentum
• D) Have someone throw it to you

81. What is a safety walk-through?

• A) Fire drill practice
• B) Regular inspection to identify hazards
• C) New employee tour
• D) Exercise program

82. When should you use a spotter?

• A) Never needed
• B) When backing vehicles or moving large objects with limited visibility
• C) Only for forklift operation
• D) During lunch breaks

83. What is the purpose of a toolbox talk?

• A) To discuss tool purchases
• B) Short safety meeting to discuss specific hazards or topics
• C) To inventory tools
• D) To repair broken tools

84. How should you approach a potentially violent situation at work?

• A) Confront the person aggressively
• B) Stay calm, maintain distance, call for help if needed
• C) Ignore the situation
• D) Lock yourself in your office

85. What is the correct way to use a fire blanket?

• A) Throw it from a distance
• B) Wrap around the fire source to smother flames
• C) Soak it in water first
• D) Use it as insulation

86. When should machine maintenance be performed?

• A) While machines are running for efficiency
• B) When machines are locked out and de-energized
• C) During breaks without stopping machines
• D) Only when machines break down

87. What is the safe carrying capacity for a step ladder?

• A) The ladder rating minus 50 pounds
• B) As specified on the ladder rating label
• C) Whatever you can carry up
• D) Always 300 pounds

88. How should you handle compressed air?

• A) Point it at yourself to clean clothing
• B) Use only for intended purposes with proper pressure and nozzles
• C) Use maximum pressure for faster work
• D) Point it at coworkers as a joke

89. What is the purpose of a safety barrier?

• A) To segregate parking spaces
• B) To prevent access to hazardous areas
• C) To create private offices
• D) To display safety posters

90. When should safety policies be reviewed?

• A) Never, once created they’re permanent
• B) Regularly and after incidents or regulatory changes
• C) Every 10 years
• D) Only when sued

91. What is cold stress?

• A) Stress from air conditioning
• B) Condition from exposure to cold environments causing health effects
• C) Fear of winter
• D) Anxiety about refrigeration

92. How should cords and cables be managed?

• A) Left loose across walkways
• B) Secured or covered to prevent tripping hazards
• C) Coiled tightly to save space
• D) Hidden under carpets

93. What is the purpose of safety training refreshers?

• A) To waste time
• B) To reinforce knowledge and update on changes
• C) To punish employees
• D) To fulfill minimum hour requirements

94. When should you report unsafe conditions?

• A) Only if someone gets hurt
• B) Immediately upon discovery
• C) At annual reviews
• D) When you have time

95. What is vibration syndrome?

• A) Excitement about work
• B) Damage from prolonged exposure to vibrating tools
• C) Music-related hearing loss
• D) Earthquake trauma

96. How should you store items on shelves?

• A) Heaviest items on top shelves
• B) Heavier items on lower shelves, secure unstable items
• C) Random placement for variety
• D) All items on top shelf

97. What is the purpose of an emergency assembly point?

• A) Place to gather for team meetings
• B) Safe designated location to gather during evacuations
• C) Storage for emergency supplies
• D) Break room location

98. When should guards be removed from machinery?

• A) To speed up production
• B) Only during authorized maintenance with lockout procedures
• C) When they interfere with work
• D) Never remove them

99. What is the correct method for handling a minor cut?

• A) Ignore it and continue working
• B) Clean, apply pressure if bleeding, bandage, and report
• C) Pour alcohol directly on the wound
• D) Wrap tightly with duct tape

100. What is proactive safety?

• A) Responding quickly after accidents
• B) Identifying and addressing hazards before incidents occur
• C) Investigating all accidents thoroughly
• D) Purchasing insurance

Section 2 Quiz Answer Key

51. C – 75 degrees
52. A – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
53. C – According to local regulations (typically 5-30 years)
54. B – Electrical equipment
55. B – Before starting a new or non-routine task
56. B – Flush with water for at least 15 minutes
57. B – Maintaining clean, organized, and clutter-free work areas
58. B – Before each use and periodically by a competent person
59. B – To authorize and control high-risk activities
60. B – Damage from repeated motions or awkward postures
61. B – Turn off power source before touching them
62. C – 36 inches or as per regulations
63. B – Someone with knowledge, training, and authority to identify hazards
64. B – Call emergency services and provide first aid if trained
65. B – Maximum load equipment is designed to handle safely
66. B – When engineering controls cannot adequately reduce exposure
67. B – Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, admin controls, PPE
68. B – Emergency procedures, hazards, safety policies, and reporting
69. B – To provide information about hazardous substances
70. B – Identify stressors, communicate concerns, and seek support
71. C – 500 lux
72. B – Body’s inability to cool itself properly in hot conditions
73. B – Tied, blocked, or held by another person
74. B – To warn, inform, and direct regarding hazards
75. B – When there’s risk of foot injury from falling objects
76. B – Science of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating and controlling health hazards
77. B – Regularly (monthly) and after each use
78. B – In approved containers in designated storage areas
79. B – Repeated unreasonable behavior that creates risk to health and safety
80. B – Use a stable platform or ladder
81. B – Regular inspection to identify hazards
82. B – When backing vehicles or moving large objects with limited visibility
83. B – Short safety meeting to discuss specific hazards or topics
84. B – Stay calm, maintain distance, call for help if needed
85. B – Wrap around the fire source to smother flames
86. B – When machines are locked out and de-energized
87. B – As specified on the ladder rating label
88. B – Use only for intended purposes with proper pressure and nozzles
89. B – To prevent access to hazardous areas
90. B – Regularly and after incidents or regulatory changes
91. B – Condition from exposure to cold environments causing health effects
92. B – Secured or covered to prevent tripping hazards
93. B – To reinforce knowledge and update on changes
94. B – Immediately upon discovery
95. B – Damage from prolonged exposure to vibrating tools
96. B – Heavier items on lower shelves, secure unstable items
97. B – Safe designated location to gather during evacuations
98. B – Only during authorized maintenance with lockout procedures
99. B – Clean, apply pressure if bleeding, bandage, and report
100. B – Identifying and addressing hazards before incidents occur

Section 3 Questions  (101-150)

101. What does HSE stand for in the UK?

• A) Health and Safety Executive
• B) Health and Safety Enforcement
• C) Hazard and Safety Executive
• D) Health and Safety Education

102. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, who is responsible for health and safety?

• A) Only the employer
• B) Only the employees
• C) Both employers and employees
• D) Only the HSE

103. What is RIDDOR?

• A) Risk Investigation and Danger Detection of Risk
• B) Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
• C) Risk Identification and Dangerous Operations Report
• D) Regulation of Industrial Danger and Occupational Risk

104. SCENARIO: You witness a colleague slip on a wet floor in the canteen. They get up and say they’re fine but are limping slightly. What should you do?

• A) Ignore it since they said they’re fine
• B) Encourage them to report it and ensure the incident is documented
• C) Clean up the wet floor yourself
• D) Wait to see if they’re still limping tomorrow

105. How many days must an employee be off work before an injury must be reported to HSE under RIDDOR?

• A) 3 days
• B) 5 days
• C) 7 days or more
• D) 14 days

106. What is the maximum fine for serious health and safety breaches in the UK?

• A) £5,000
• B) £50,000
• C) £500,000
• D) Unlimited

107. SCENARIO: You’re working in a warehouse and notice a forklift truck has a damaged wheel. The driver says they’ll report it after their shift ends in 4 hours. What should you do?

• A) Let them continue as they know best
• B) Insist the vehicle is taken out of service immediately
• C) Report it yourself after their shift
• D) Put a note on the forklift for tomorrow

108. Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, when must risk assessments be reviewed?

• A) Every year
• B) Every 5 years
• C) When there are significant changes or if they’re no longer valid
• D) Never, once completed they’re permanent

109. How many employees must a company have before it’s legally required to have a written health and safety policy?

• A) 1 or more
• B) 5 or more
• C) 10 or more
• D) 50 or more

110. SCENARIO: You’re a new employee and haven’t received any health and safety training after 2 weeks. You’re asked to operate machinery you’re unfamiliar with. What should you do?

• A) Try your best and learn as you go
• B) Refuse to operate the machinery until properly trained
• C) Ask a colleague to show you quickly
• D) Operate it slowly and carefully

111. What does DSE stand for in UK health and safety regulations?

• A) Digital Safety Equipment
• B) Display Screen Equipment
• C) Daily Safety Evaluation
• D) Dangerous Substance Exposure

112. Under the Working Time Regulations 1998, what is the maximum average working week?

• A) 40 hours
• B) 45 hours
• C) 48 hours
• D) 50 hours

113. SCENARIO: Your employer asks you to work in temperatures consistently below 13°C without heating. Is this acceptable?

• A) Yes, as long as you wear warm clothing
• B) No, the Workplace Regulations require reasonable temperature (minimum 16°C for sedentary work)
• C) Yes, if you’re paid extra
• D) Yes, as long as hot drinks are provided

114. How often must portable electrical equipment (PAT) be tested in a low-risk office environment?

• A) Every month
• B) Every 6 months
• C) There’s no fixed legal requirement; it depends on risk assessment
• D) Every 5 years

115. What is the minimum rest break entitlement for a worker in the UK working more than 6 hours?

• A) 10 minutes
• B) 20 minutes
• C) 30 minutes
• D) 1 hour

116. SCENARIO: You smell gas in your workplace kitchen. The area is empty. What should you do first?

• A) Try to find the source of the leak
• B) Evacuate the area, prevent ignition sources, and call the gas emergency number
• C) Open all windows and continue working
• D) Turn on the extractor fan

117. Under COSHH regulations, what must employers do before employees work with hazardous substances?

• A) Buy insurance
• B) Conduct a COSHH assessment
• C) Provide free healthcare
• D) Inform the local council

118. What is the minimum width for emergency exit doors in the UK?

• A) 750mm
• B) 850mm
• C) 1050mm
• D) 1200mm

119. SCENARIO: You’re working at height on a ladder when you realize you’ve forgotten a tool. The ground is 3 meters below. What should you do?

• A) Jump down to save time
• B) Have someone pass the tool up to you
• C) Descend safely and retrieve the tool
• D) Lean far to the side to reach for it

120. Under UK law, what is the maximum noise level before hearing protection must be provided?

• A) 75 dB
• B) 80 dB
• C) 85 dB
• D) 90 dB

121. What does HAVS stand for?

• A) Hand and Arm Vibration Syndrome
• B) Hazardous Air Ventilation System
• C) High Alert Virus System
• D) Health and Vehicle Safety

122. SCENARIO: A fire alarm sounds during your lunch break. You’re on the second floor and the nearest exit is through the canteen where you left your phone and wallet. What should you do?

• A) Go back for your belongings then evacuate
• B) Use the nearest available fire exit immediately without retrieving belongings
• C) Wait to see if it’s a drill first
• D) Use the lift to evacuate quickly

123. How many first-aiders must be present in a low-risk workplace with 50 employees?

• A) At least 1
• B) At least 2
• C) At least 3
• D) It depends on risk assessment, but typically at least 1

124. What is the legal minimum temperature for indoor workplaces in the UK?

• A) 10°C
• B) 13°C for physical work, 16°C for sedentary work
• C) 15°C
• D) 18°C

125. SCENARIO: You discover that your employer hasn’t conducted required risk assessments. You’ve raised this verbally but nothing has changed. What should you do?

• A) Accept that it’s the employer’s decision
• B) Report your concerns to the HSE
• C) Quit your job immediately
• D) Tell all your colleagues to stop working

126. Under the Equality Act 2010, what must employers provide for disabled employees?

• A) Higher pay
• B) Reasonable adjustments
• C) Separate facilities
• D) Reduced working hours

127. What is the maximum weight one person should manually lift in ideal conditions?

• A) 15 kg
• B) 20 kg
• C) 25 kg
• D) There’s no fixed limit; it depends on individual capability and risk assessment

128. SCENARIO: You’re working alone in a shop late at night when someone becomes verbally aggressive. What should your employer have provided?

• A) Self-defense training
• B) Lone working procedures and means of raising an alarm
• C) A weapon for protection
• D) Nothing; you should handle it yourself

129. How long must accident records be kept in the UK?

• A) 1 year
• B) 3 years
• C) 5 years
• D) 10 years

130. What does a safety representative have the right to do under UK law?

• A) Stop work if they see immediate danger
• B) Inspect the workplace and investigate complaints
• C) Fire employees for safety violations
• D) Rewrite company policies

131. SCENARIO: You’re pregnant and your job involves standing for 8 hours a day. You’re experiencing discomfort. What are your rights?

• A) You must continue as normal
• B) Your employer must conduct a risk assessment and make adjustments if needed
• C) You should resign
• D) You can only request changes after maternity leave

132. Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, who is responsible for planning and managing health and safety?

• A) Only the contractor
• B) The principal designer and principal contractor
• C) Only the workers
• D) The local council

133. What is the legal requirement for welfare facilities in UK workplaces?

• A) Optional if workplace is small
• B) Must provide toilets, washing facilities, drinking water, and rest areas
• C) Only required in factories
• D) Only toilets are legally required

134. SCENARIO: You witness your supervisor regularly ignoring safety procedures to meet deadlines. You’ve mentioned it but they dismiss your concerns. What should you do?

• A) Follow their example to avoid conflict
• B) Report it to senior management or the HSE if necessary
• C) Just focus on your own safety
• D) Quit without saying anything

135. What must be included on a health and safety law poster in the UK?

• A) Company logo
• B) Details of employer’s liability insurance, competent person, and HSE contact details
• C) Employee photos
• D) Company mission statement

136. How often must lifting equipment be thoroughly examined under LOLER?

• A) Monthly
• B) Every 6 months for equipment lifting people, annually for equipment lifting goods
• C) Annually for all equipment
• D) Every 5 years

137. SCENARIO: You’re required to work with chemicals but your employer hasn’t provided safety data sheets. What should you do?

• A) Assume they’re safe
• B) Refuse to work with them until proper information is provided
• C) Look up information online yourself
• D) Use them carefully

138. What does PUWER stand for?

• A) Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
• B) Personal Use of Workplace Emergency Resources
• C) Protective Uniform and Workplace Equipment Rules
• D) Public Use of Work and Equipment Rights

139. Under UK law, what must employers provide free of charge?

• A) Coffee and tea
• B) Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• C) Parking spaces
• D) Gym membership

140. SCENARIO: You’ve been using a computer for 4 hours straight and are experiencing eye strain and neck pain. What should you do?

• A) Continue working and take painkillers
• B) Take a break and adjust your workstation; request a DSE assessment if problems continue
• C) Resign due to injury
• D) Switch to a different task without reporting it

141. What is the purpose of a permit-to-work system in the UK?

• A) To track employee attendance
• B) To control high-risk activities and ensure proper precautions
• C) To approve holiday requests
• D) To monitor productivity

142. Under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, who can work on electrical systems?

• A) Anyone with basic DIY knowledge
• B) Only competent persons with appropriate training
• C) Any employee with 5 years’ experience
• D) Only the facilities manager

143. SCENARIO: You’re asked to clean up a chemical spill but haven’t been trained on the correct procedure. What should you do?

• A) Do it anyway to be helpful
• B) Decline and ensure someone trained handles it according to procedures
• C) Just mop it up with water
• D) Cover it with paper towels and leave it

144. What is stress legally classified as in UK health and safety law?

• A) Not a safety issue
• B) A hazard that should be assessed and controlled like any other
• C) A personal problem only
• D) Only relevant to senior management

145. How many smoke detectors are legally required in a UK workplace?

• A) One per room
• B) As determined by fire risk assessment
• C) One per floor
• D) Only in kitchens

146. SCENARIO: Your colleague has been diagnosed with occupational asthma from workplace exposure. What must your employer do?

• A) Nothing, it’s a personal health issue
• B) Report it under RIDDOR and review control measures
• C) Fire the employee
• D) Only provide sick pay

147. What is a “competent person” in UK health and safety law?

• A) Anyone over 18
• B) Someone with necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to manage health and safety
• C) Only directors or managers
• D) Anyone with a university degree

148. SCENARIO: You’re working in a confined space when you notice a colleague outside has collapsed. What should you do?

• A) Exit the confined space immediately and call for emergency help
• B) Stay in the confined space and shout for help
• C) Try to drag your colleague to safety yourself
• D) Finish your work first

149. Under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, what must be in a first aid kit?

• A) Medicines and painkillers
• B) Guidance leaflet and appropriate equipment (no medicines)
• C) Full surgical equipment
• D) Only plasters

150. SCENARIO: You’re offered a job but during the interview, no mention is made of health and safety. On your first day, there’s no induction or training. What should you do?

• A) Assume you’ll learn on the job
• B) Request proper induction and safety training before starting work tasks
• C) Quit immediately
• D) Ask colleagues to train you informally

Section 3 Answer Key (101-150)

101. A – Health and Safety Executive
102. C – Both employers and employees
103. B – Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
104. B – Encourage them to report it and ensure the incident is documented
105. C – 7 days or more
106. D – Unlimited
107. B – Insist the vehicle is taken out of service immediately
108. C – When there are significant changes or if they’re no longer valid
109. B – 5 or more
110. B – Refuse to operate the machinery until properly trained
111. B – Display Screen Equipment
112. C – 48 hours
113. B – No, the Workplace Regulations require reasonable temperature (minimum 16°C for sedentary work)
114. C – There’s no fixed legal requirement; it depends on risk assessment
115. B – 20 minutes
116. B – Evacuate the area, prevent ignition sources, and call the gas emergency number
117. B – Conduct a COSHH assessment
118. A – 750mm
119. C – Descend safely and retrieve the tool
120. B – 80 dB
121. A – Hand and Arm Vibration Syndrome
122. B – Use the nearest available fire exit immediately without retrieving belongings
123. D – It depends on risk assessment, but typically at least 1
124. B – 13°C for physical work, 16°C for sedentary work
125. B – Report your concerns to the HSE
126. B – Reasonable adjustments
127. D – There’s no fixed limit; it depends on individual capability and risk assessment
128. B – Lone working procedures and means of raising an alarm
129. B – 3 years
130. B – Inspect the workplace and investigate complaints
131. B – Your employer must conduct a risk assessment and make adjustments if needed
132. B – The principal designer and principal contractor
133. B – Must provide toilets, washing facilities, drinking water, and rest areas
134. B – Report it to senior management or the HSE if necessary
135. B – Details of employer’s liability insurance, competent person, and HSE contact details
136. B – Every 6 months for equipment lifting people, annually for equipment lifting goods
137. B – Refuse to work with them until proper information is provided
138. A – Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
139. B – Personal protective equipment (PPE)
140. B – Take a break and adjust your workstation; request a DSE assessment if problems continue
141. B – To control high-risk activities and ensure proper precautions
142. B – Only competent persons with appropriate training
143. B – Decline and ensure someone trained handles it according to procedures
144. B – A hazard that should be assessed and controlled like any other
145. B – As determined by fire risk assessment
146. B – Report it under RIDDOR and review control measures
147. B – Someone with necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to manage health and safety
148. A – Exit the confined space immediately and call for emergency help
149. B – Guidance leaflet and appropriate equipment (no medicines)
150. B – Request proper induction and safety training before starting work tasks