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Marking scheme
Award one mark for each correct answer. If a delegate ticks more answers than is
required for the question, then no marks at all can be awarded for that question.
1. Think about why it is important to work safely. Which statement is correct?
(Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) to increase the chance of your organisation being fned | |
| b) to avoid missing a deadline | |
| c) to reduce the chance of you being injured |  |
| d) to reduce your organisation’s responsibilities |
2. Insert in the space provided the most appropriate option from the three listed below:
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Working Safely – Assessment 1
(Everyone) ____________________________ is responsible for safety and health in
your workplace.
| Head offce | The supervisor | Everyone |
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3. Think about an organisation’s responsibilities for safety and health. Which two of the
following are true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think are correct.)
| a) an organisation is responsible for the safety and health of anyone who is on its premises |
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| b) an organisation is not responsible for the safety and health of contractors performing work on its behalf |
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| c) an organisation’s responsibility for safety and health does not include visitors to the premises |
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| d) an organisation is responsible for promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of workers |
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4. Think about who is responsible for your actions in the workplace. Which statement is
correct? (Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) you are solely responsible | |
| b) only your employer is responsible | |
| c) the organisation is responsible | |
| d) both you and your employer are responsible | |
5. What is meant by the term ‘hazard’? (Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) a workplace precaution | |
| b) the chance of an injury occurring | |
| c) the outcome of an accident | |
| d) anything that has the potential to cause harm | |
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6. What is meant by the term ‘risk’? (Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) anything that has the potential to cause harm to you or others | |
| b) the chance of something happening that has the potential to cause harm |
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| c) anything identifed as a hazard | |
| d) deciding what needs to be done to make a hazard safe |
7. Think about what a risk assessment is. Which two of the following are true?
(Put a opposite the two statements you think are correct.)
| a) it’s to communicate general safety and health information to workers | |
| b) it looks at what you do and asks the right questions to establish whether workers will be safe |
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| c) it’s to decide on what you think the outcome of an accident is | |
| d) it’s to decide on what else you need to do to make workers safe if you’re not satisfed with existing controls |
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8. Which two of the following are true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think
are correct.)
| a) likelihood is a measure of chance that the event or situation will happen |
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| b) there is always a high risk when there is a hazard | |
| c) consequence is about how severe the harm could be from a hazard | |
| d) the consequences of all events are the same |
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| a) the best way to control a risk is to eliminate it | |
| b) you should always use personal protective equipment as the frst line of defence |
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| c) the best way to control a risk is to reduce it | |
| d) an example of a workplace precaution is a barrier that keeps people and the hazard apart |
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11. Think about how risks can be controlled. Which two of the following are true? (Put a
opposite the two statements you think are correct.)
9. Think about hazards and the six broad groups they belong to. Insert the most
appropriate option from those listed below into each of the two statements:
Household waste is a___________________________________(biological) hazard.
Moving machinery is an example of a ______________________(mechanical) hazard.
| mechanical | chemical | physical | biological | environmental | organisational |
10. Think about hazards that are not easy to identify as symptoms take a long time to
show. Insert the most appropriate option from those listed below into each of the
following two statements:
Exposure to high levels of _________________ (noise) for long periods of time may lead
to deafness
Exposure to ____________________________ (dusts) may lead to the onset of
occupational asthma
| radiation | dusts | vibration | noise |
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| a) it’s a process to help when investigating incidents in the workplace | |
| b) it’s a guide or set of instructions for doing a task right, frst time, every time. |
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| c) it’s a type of licence issued by somebody with the correct authority and competence |
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| d) it tells you how the organisation is going to manage safety and health issues in the workplace |
12. Think about what a safe system of work is. Which statement is correct?
(Select one answer only from the following.)
13. Think about the terms ‘incident’, ‘accident’ and ‘near miss’. Which two of the
following are true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think are correct.)
| a) an incident that results in injury to someone or damage to property is called an accident. An incident that results in no injury or damage, but had the potential to do so is called a near miss |
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| b) a near miss is an incident that always results in injury to someone or damage to property |
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| c) an incident can be described as an undesired event that has caused or could have caused damage, death, injury or ill health |
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| d) an accident is an incident that results in no injury or damage, but had the potential to do so |
14. Think about the four main responsibilities of a worker in safety and health. Which
two of the following are true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think are
correct.)
| a) it is your responsibility to inform your employer if you are worried about safety and health in your workplace |
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| b) it is your responsibility to provide your own PPE | |
| c) it is your responsibility to have insurance in case you get hurt at work | |
| d) it is your responsibility to take reasonable care of yourself and others | |
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15. Think about things that can affect good safety and health attitudes and behaviour
in the workplace. Which two of the following are true? (Put a opposite the two
statements you think are correct.)
| a) having enough time to do the job can cause negative behaviours and attitudes |
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| b) lack of suitable safety equipment can cause negative behaviours and attitudes |
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| c) PPE being used as a frst resort may affect your behaviours and attitudes |
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| d) lack of supervision may affect your attitude and behaviour | |
17. Think about personal protective equipment – PPE. Which two of the following are
true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think are correct.)
| a) never use your own PPE from home or from your last job | |
| b) PPE is always supplied in one size only | |
| c) PPE should always be used as a last resort | |
| d) PPE does not have any specifc storage requirements |
16. Think about the organisation and worker responsibility for health surveillance and
monitoring. Identify who has responsibility for each of the following two statements.
(Put a in the correct column opposite each statement.)
| Organisation | Worker |
| Keeping an eye on long-term health | |
| Report any health problems that may be caused or made worse by work |
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18. Think about health and safety signs. Which statement is correct?
(Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) yellow signs are prohibition signs | |
| b) yellow signs are to warn about hazards | |
| c) yellow signs are for mandatory signs | |
| d) yellow signs are for emergency escape routes |
19. Think about emergency procedures in the workplace. Which two of the following are
true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think are correct.)
| a) you need to know if an emergency plan exists and your part in it | |
| b) it is not essential to follow instructions during practices | |
| c) it is important for you to know who is in charge in an emergency | |
| d) the frst person to see an emergency occurring always becomes the person in charge |
20. Think about what action should be taken if someone is injured in the workplace.
Which two of the following are true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think
are correct.)
| a) in a workplace accident you should attempt to deal with injuries even if you have not had any training |
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| b) frst aid is the last port of call in an emergency | |
| c) you should always try to stay calm | |
| d) reassure the person and make them as comfortable as possible until help arrives |
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1. Look at the picture opposite and answer the questions.
Please select the most appropriate answer from the box
below and write it into the space provided.
Working Safely – Assessment 1
What is the hazard?
Poor lighting
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Trip or fall because you can’t see any dangers
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Install better lighting
Answer selection:
• Poor lighting
• Working at height
• Install better lighting
• Spread infections and diseases
• Trip or fall because you can’t see any dangers
• Put up signage
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2. Look at the picture opposite and answer the questions.
Please select the most appropriate answer from the box
below and write it into the space provided.
What is the hazard?
Poor housekeeping obstructing a fre door
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Can’t escape in the event of a fre
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Store away from entrances, exits and walkways
Answer selection:
• Poor housekeeping obstructing a fre door
• Can’t escape in the event of a fre
• Slips, trips and falls
• Store away from entrances, exits and walkways
• Injuries such as a broken limbs
• Install walkways to get to the door
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3. Look at the picture opposite and answer the questions.
Please select the most appropriate answer from the box
below and write it into the space provided.
What is the hazard?
Manual handling
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Develop back problems
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Use a trolley
Answer selection:
• Chemicals
• Develop back problems
• Use a trolley
• Spread infections and diseases
• Manual handling
• Put up signage
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4. Look at the picture opposite and answer the questions.
Please select the most appropriate answer from the box
below and write it into the space provided.
What is the hazard?
Smoking near boxes
How can the hazard cause you harm?
You could start a fre
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Only smoke in designated areas
Answer selection:
• Excessive work demands causing stress
• Install walkways with barriers
• Increased likelihood of mistakes which may cause accidents
• Smoking near boxes
• Only smoke in designated areas
• You could start a fre
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5. Leaving water spillages on the floor can cause which of the following type of harm?
(Put a opposite one statement that you think is correct.)
| a) someone could slip and suffer an injury | |
| b) can’t escape in the event of an emergency | |
| c) spread infections and diseases |
6. Which of the following is the most suitable way to control harm from water spillages?
(Put a opposite one statement that you think is correct.)
| a) leave the spill to eventually dry on its own | |
| b) put up a warning sign | |
| c) clean up the spillage straight away | |
7. Machinery can cause which of the following type of harm? (Put a opposite one
statement that you think is correct.)
| a) entanglement leading to crushing | |
| b) could cause eyestrain | |
| c) may cause dehydration |
8. Which of the following is the most suitable way to control harm from machinery?
(Put a opposite one statement that you think is correct.)
| a) wear PPE | |
| b) put up a warning sign | |
| c) keep a safe distance from operating machinery | |