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Health And Safety In The Workplace! Trivia - Quiz

How do you ensure health and safety in the workplace? Different companies or work stations have substances, machinery, or utilities that may pose harm to health or cause injuries. It is, therefore, important to have properly laid down guidelines on how things should be done. This quiz will be perfect for testing your understanding of the health and safety act and its implication to workers and hazards at the workplace.

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the principle objective of the Health and Safety in Employment Act?
- A.
  
  To stop ACC having to pay out lots of money for injured people
- B.
  
  Promote the safety and welfare of all paid workers
- C.
  
  Cover your self if an accident happens
- D.
  
  So that you know what PPE to wear
- E.
  
  Provide and maintain a safe working environment
Correct Answer
B. Promote the safety and welfare of all paid workers

Explanation
The principle objective of the Health and Safety in Employment Act is to promote the safety and welfare of all paid workers. This means that the act aims to ensure that workplaces are safe and healthy for employees, and that their well-being is protected. It focuses on preventing accidents, injuries, and illnesses, and promoting a safe working environment for everyone.

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2.

What year was the Health and Safety in Employment Act passed?
- A.
  
  1959
- B.
  
  2009
- C.
  
  1992
- D.
  
  1961
Correct Answer
C. 1992

Explanation
The correct answer is 1992. This is the year when the Health and Safety in Employment Act was passed. This act is a legislation that aims to promote and maintain safe and healthy working conditions in New Zealand. It sets out the responsibilities of employers and employees to ensure workplace safety, including the identification and management of hazards, provision of training, and the establishment of safety policies and procedures.

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3.

What other legislation cover work being carried out on the building site?
- A.
  
  The Transport Act
- B.
  
  The Buiding Act
- C.
  
  The Historic Buildings Act
- D.
  
  The Animal Protection Act
Correct Answer
B. The Buiding Act

Explanation
The Building Act is the correct answer because it is the legislation that specifically covers work being carried out on a building site. This act sets out regulations and requirements for construction, alteration, and maintenance of buildings to ensure safety and compliance with building codes. It addresses various aspects of construction, including permits, inspections, structural integrity, fire safety, and accessibility. The other acts mentioned in the question, such as the Transport Act, Historic Buildings Act, and Animal Protection Act, may have their own regulations and requirements but do not specifically pertain to work on a building site.

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4.

What is the first step when assessing the hazard risk?
- A.
  
  Walk around the site
- B.
  
  Identify the Hazard
- C.
  
  Assess the risk
- D.
  
  Read the Health and Safety in Employment Act
Correct Answer
B. Identify the Hazard

Explanation
The first step when assessing the hazard risk is to identify the hazard. This involves carefully examining the site and surroundings to determine any potential sources of danger or harm. By identifying the hazard, one can then proceed to assess the risk associated with it and take appropriate measures to mitigate or eliminate the risk. Reading the Health and Safety in Employment Act may provide additional guidance and legal requirements, but it is not the initial step in assessing the hazard risk.

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5.

Name one of the three method to overcome hazards on site.

Correct Answer
Eliminate
isolate
minimise

Explanation
The three methods to overcome hazards on a site are to eliminate, isolate, and minimize them. Elimination involves completely removing the hazard from the site, such as removing a dangerous piece of machinery. Isolation involves separating the hazard from workers or other areas, for example, by installing barriers or using personal protective equipment. Minimization involves reducing the risk associated with the hazard, such as implementing safety protocols or providing training to workers. These three methods work together to create a safer work environment by either removing, separating, or reducing the hazards present.

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Health And Safety In The Workplace! Trivia

What is the principle objective of the Health and Safety in Employment Act?

What year was the Health and Safety in Employment Act passed?

What other legislation cover work being carried out on the building site?

What is the first step when assessing the hazard risk?

Name one of the three method to overcome hazards on site.