Mastering Hazard and Safety Management
Accident Reporting, Safety Regulations and Various Legislations
Quiz Result
Quiz Completion Time : 00:05:17
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Right Answer
Your Score : 73%
Passing Score : 50%
Areas to Focus:
Lesson - Laws and Regulations
Lesson - Accident Investigation and Reporting
Lesson - Product Safety and Liability
Lesson - Environmental, Health and Safety Legislations
Lesson - Regulatory Bodies for Health and Safety Engineering Managers
1. What are the services provided by OSHA?
Your Answer : All of the Above
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Description : OSHA provides a variety of services to employers and employees, including counseling, self-
assessment programs and training/education. These services are designed to help employers and
employees create safe and healthy workplaces.
Question Reference From : Laws and Regulations
2. Which of the following is not a type of accident witness?
Your Answer : Tertiary (did not exist but possibly relevant information)
Description : Tertiary witnesses are not people who witnessed the accident. They are people who may have
relevant information about the accident, such as an expert witness who can testify about the cause of the
accident.
Question Reference From : Accident Investigation and Reporting
3. What is the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act)?
Your Answer : To develop and approve state-level workplace health and safety programs
Correct Answer : To ensure a safe and healthy working environment
Description : The OSH Act was passed in 1970 to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers
by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.
Question Reference From : Laws and Regulations
4. The Health and Safety Executive is the government-appointed body responsible for enforcing health and
safety laws mainly in the ___________.
Your Answer : Workplace
Description : The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is a UK government agency responsible for the
encouragement, regulation and enforcement of workplace health, safety and welfare research for
occupational risk in the UK. It is a non-departmental public body of the UK headquartered in Bootle,
England.
Question Reference From : Environmental, Health and Safety Legislations
5. The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health is a U.K based organization for ___________.
Your Answer : All of the Above
Correct Answer : Providing professional qualifications to raise workplace safety and standards
Description : The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the Chartered body for safety
and health professionals. IOSH is a UK-based organization offering professional qualifications in order to
raise standards of health and safety in the workplace.
Question Reference From : Regulatory Bodies for Health and Safety Engineering Managers
6. Which of the following is not a common cause of accidents?
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Your Answer : Environmental Factors
Description : Environmental factors can contribute to accidents, but they are not the most common cause.
The most common cause of accidents is human error.
Question Reference From : Accident Investigation and Reporting
7. Regulatory bodies have the authority to:
Your Answer : Enforce health and safety regulations
Description : Regulatory bodies have the power to enforce health and safety regulations. They can inspect
workplaces, identify non-compliance issues, and impose fines or penalties on businesses that fail to meet
the required standards.
Question Reference From : Regulatory Bodies for Health and Safety Engineering Managers
8. According to the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) regulations, PPE provided by employers must be:
Your Answer : Comfortable to wear for long periods
Correct Answer : Appropriate, compatible, effective, and properly maintained and stored
Description : The PPE regulations require employers to provide PPE that is appropriate for the specific
hazards workers are exposed to. The PPE should also be compatible with other safety equipment being
used, effective in protecting the worker from harm, and properly maintained and stored to ensure its
functionality.
Question Reference From : Environmental, Health and Safety Legislations
9. The primary goal of IOSH is to:
Your Answer : Promote professional development in occupational safety and health
Description : The primary objective of IOSH is to promote professional development in the field of
occupational safety and health. It aims to raise workplace health and safety standards by providing
resources, qualifications, and support to professionals working in the field.
Question Reference From : Regulatory Bodies for Health and Safety Engineering Managers
10. What does EHS stand for?
Your Answer : Environmental, Health, and Safety
Description : EHS stands for Environmental, Health, and Safety. It encompasses regulations and practices
aimed at protecting the environment, workers' health, and public safety.
Question Reference From : Environmental, Health and Safety Legislations
11. What is OSHA's mission?
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Your Answer : To ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all American workers
Description : OSHA's mission is to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all American
workers and to protect their valuable capabilities.
Question Reference From : Laws and Regulations
12. What are the two options that OSHA has for meeting the requirement to publish its intent in the official
bulletin?
Your Answer : Instructions for creating the proposed rule and Advance notice for creating the
standard
Correct Answer : Instructions for creating the proposed rule and Advance notice for creating the
proposed rule
Description : The two options that OSHA has for meeting the requirement to publish its intent in the
official bulletin are instructions for creating the proposed rule and advance notice for creating the
proposed rule.
Question Reference From : Laws and Regulations
13. Collecting customer feedback is important for:
Your Answer : Improving product design and quality
Description : Collecting customer feedback is crucial for improving product design and quality. By
gathering insights directly from customers, organizations can gain valuable information about their
preferences, satisfaction levels, and areas for improvement. This feedback helps in refining product
features, addressing issues, and enhancing the overall customer experience.
Question Reference From : Product Safety and Liability
14. The key aspects covered in IOSH courses typically include:
Your Answer : All of the above
Description : IOSH courses generally cover multiple key aspects, including identifying hazards in the
workplace, defining and assessing risks associated with those hazards, and improving health and safety
performance. These aspects are important for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
Question Reference From : Regulatory Bodies for Health and Safety Engineering Managers
15. Which act is considered the UK's main occupational health and safety act?
Your Answer : Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Description : The UK's main occupational health and safety act is the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
It provides a legal framework for managing health and safety in the workplace and is accompanied by
associated regulations.
Question Reference From : Environmental, Health and Safety Legislations
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