Health And Safety In The Workplace! Trivia

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

    • The Transport Act
    • The Buiding Act
    • The Historic Buildings Act
    • The Animal Protection Act
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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.

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  • 2. 

    What is the first step when assessing the hazard risk?

    • Walk around the site

    • Identify the Hazard

    • Assess the risk

    • Read the Health and Safety in Employment Act

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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  • 3. 

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

    • 1959

    • 2009

    • 1992

    • 1961

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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    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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    What is the principle objective of the Health and Safety in Employment Act?

    • To stop ACC having to pay out lots of money for injured people

    • Promote the safety and welfare of all paid workers

    • Cover your self if an accident happens

    • So that you know what PPE to wear

    • Provide and maintain a safe working environment

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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