IOSH Introducing Managing Safely 2

Question 1

What is meant by 'safety leadership' in the context of managing safely?

Accepted Answer

Visibly demonstrating commitment to safety through actions and decisions

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Issuing written safety policies only

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Appointing a health and safety consultant

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Conducting annual safety reviews

Question 2

Which moral argument supports managing health and safety at work?

Accepted Answer

Protecting people from harm because it is the right thing to do

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Avoiding prosecution by the HSE

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Preventing financial losses from accidents

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Meeting insurance requirements

Question 3

How many people are killed each year in UK workplace accidents, approximately?

Accepted Answer

Around 140

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Around 5,000

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Around 500

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Around 50

Question 4

What is the estimated annual cost of workplace injuries and ill health to the UK economy?

Accepted Answer

Around £20 billion

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Around £1 million

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Around £100 million

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Around £500 billion

Question 5

Which of the following best describes a manager's competence in health and safety?

Accepted Answer

Having sufficient knowledge, experience and training to manage risks effectively

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Having a degree in health and safety

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Being able to carry out all safety tasks without help

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Having worked in the industry for over 20 years

Question 6

What legal consequence can an individual manager face for health and safety failures?

Accepted Answer

Unlimited fines and up to two years' imprisonment

Answer

A verbal warning only

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A fixed penalty notice of £100

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Compulsory retraining only