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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 |
3. Think about an organisation’s responsibilities for safety and health. Which statement is
correct? (Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) an organisation’s responsibility for safety and health does not include visitors to the 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 is responsible for the safety and health of anyone who is on its premises |
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| d) an organisation’s responsibility for safety and health does not include the physical and mental health of workers |
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2. Insert in the space provided the most appropriate option from the three listed below:
| Head offce | The supervisor | Everyone |
(Everyone) _________________ is responsible for safety and health in your workplace.
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| a) you are solely responsible | |
| b) only your employer is responsible | |
| c) the organisation is responsible | |
| d) both you and your employer are responsible | |
4. Think about who is responsible for your actions in the workplace. Which statement is
correct? (Select one answer only from the following.)
| a) it is always possible to work in a hazard free environment | |
| b) a hazard is anything that has the potential to cause harm to you or others |
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| c) all hazards are easy to identify | |
| d) a hazard is the chance of something happening that has the potential to cause harm |
5. What is meant by the term ‘hazard’? (Select one answer only from the following.)
6. Insert in the space provided the most appropriate option from the three listed below:
| hazard | lapse | risk |
A _________ (risk) is the chance of something happening that has the potential to cause
harm.
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| 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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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.)
8. Identify which term applies to each of the following two statements.
(Put a in the correct column opposite each statement.)
| Consequence | Likelihood |
| is a measure of chance that the event or situation will happen |
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| is about how severe the harm could be from a hazard |
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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:
| mechanical | chemical | physical | biological | environmental | organisational |
Slipping on a wet floor is a_________________________________ (physical) hazard.
An accidental spill of corrosive materials is a___________________ (chemical) hazard.
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10. Think about hazards that are not easy to identify as symptoms take a long time to
show. Insert the most appropriate option from the four listed below into each of the
following two statements:
Exposure to _____________________________(radiation) can cause skin cancer.
Exposure to _____________________________(vibration) can result in the onset of
tingling, numbness and reduced sensation of touch and temperature in the fngers.
| vibration | stress | noise | radiation |
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11. Think about how risks can be controlled. Number the three steps listed below in the
order they should be considered.
| Reduce | 2 |
| Workplace precautions | 3 |
| Eliminate | 1 |
12. Think about what a safe system of work is. Which statement is correct? (Select one
answer only from the following.)
| 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 |
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13. What is meant by 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 |
| 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 | |
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) unsafe behaviour at work never includes taking short cuts to save time | |
| b) if suitable safety equipment is available you should always use it | |
| c) time and peer pressures may affect your attitude and behaviour towards safety in the workplace |
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| d) it is acceptable to help others do their job even if you have not been trained |
15. Which two of the following are true? (Put a opposite the two statements you think
are correct.)
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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 |
| Undergoing a health check or completing a questionnaire to do with your health |
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| Monitor the workplace from time-to-time to assess if workplace measures are working properly |
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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 |
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 |
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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 only need to know if an emergency plan exists | |
| b) workers need to know who to tell if they are the frst person to see an emergency occurring |
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| c) it is not necessary for you to know who is in charge in an emergency | |
| d) you must follow the emergency procedure, even in practices | |
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.
What is the hazard?
Working in hot sun
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Sunburn that could lead to skin cancer
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Use plenty of sun lotion and regularly apply it if you can’t fnd shade
Answer selection:
• Install better lighting
• Working on a fragile roof
• Working in hot sun
• Trip or fall because dangers aren’t illuminated
• Use plenty of sun lotion and regularly apply it if you can’t fnd shade
• Sunburn that could lead to skin cancer
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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?
Dust from damaged asbestos ceiling tiles
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Develop lung cancer
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Prevent employee exposure to the dust
Answer selection:
• Poor housekeeping
• Dust from damaged asbestos ceiling tiles
• Exposed to solar radiation
• Service and maintain equipment
• Develop lung cancer
• Prevent employee exposure to the dust
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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?
Digging near underground cables
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Hitting and damaging a cable causing electric shock
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Locate the cables and avoid digging near them
Answer selection:
• Locate the cables and avoid digging near them
• Digging near underground cables
• Install walkways with barriers
• Hitting and damaging a cable causing electric shock
• Vehicle reversing
• Lack of oxygen causing breathing diffculties
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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?
Carbon monoxide gas
How can the hazard cause you harm?
Develop dizziness or breathing problems
What is the most suitable way of controlling the risk?
Service and maintain equipment
Answer selection:
• Only smoke in designated areas
• Wearing inappropriate footwear
• Service and maintain equipment
• Slip or trip causing injury
• Carbon monoxide gas
• Develop dizziness or breathing problems
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5. Working under the influence of drugs and alcohol can cause which of the following type
of harm? (Put a opposite one statement that you think is correct.)
| a) increased likelihood of mistakes which may cause accidents | |
| b) develop breathing problems | |
| c) spread infections and diseases |
6. Which of the following is the most suitable way to control people working under the
influence of drugs and alcohol at work? (Put a opposite one statement that you think
is correct.)
| a) manage excessive workloads | |
| b) ignore it | |
| c) put in place a drug and alcohol policy | |
7. Bullying at work can cause which of the following type of harm? (Put a opposite one
statement that you think is correct.)
| a) upper limb disorders | |
| b) anxiety | |
| c) hearing problems |
8. Which of the following is the most suitable way to control bullying at work? (Put a
opposite the statement you think is correct.)
| a) report it to the supervisor or manager of the person bullying | |
| b) ensure people take regular breaks | |
| c) seek help with workloads |