Confined Space Training Certificate Legal Responsibilities

Question 1

Which primary piece of legislation underpins all UK confined space safety law?

Accepted Answer

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

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Confined Spaces Regulations 1997

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Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

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Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992

Question 2

What specific duty does Regulation 4 of the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 place on employers?

Accepted Answer

To avoid confined space entry where reasonably practicable; if not, to follow a safe system of work and have rescue arrangements in place

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To carry out a risk assessment for all work activities

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To ensure all plant is maintained in a safe condition

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To provide health surveillance for workers exposed to toxic gases

Question 3

Who does the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 apply to?

Accepted Answer

Employers, the self-employed, and employees who work in or are responsible for confined spaces

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Only large employers with more than 50 employees

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Only employers in the construction and utility sectors

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Only employers who have previously had a confined space fatality

Question 4

What is the HSE's enforcement power if it finds a confined space is being operated in a way that creates imminent danger?

Accepted Answer

The HSE can issue a Prohibition Notice immediately stopping the work

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The HSE can only issue a fine after a formal investigation

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The HSE must notify the employer 28 days before taking enforcement action

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The HSE can only act after an injury has occurred

Question 5

What is the employer's duty under COSHH Regulations 2002 in relation to confined space atmospheric hazards?

Accepted Answer

To assess the risk from hazardous substances in the confined space atmosphere and implement controls to protect health

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COSHH does not apply to confined spaces

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COSHH only applies to chemicals deliberately used as part of the work process

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COSHH obligations are the responsibility of the equipment supplier

Question 6

What is the duty of a designer under the Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 regarding confined spaces?

Accepted Answer

To eliminate or reduce confined space risks through design where possible, and to communicate residual risks to the principal designer

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Designers have no duty regarding confined spaces under CDM

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To complete the risk assessment for all confined space entries during construction

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To provide rescue equipment for all confined spaces in the design