IOSH Introducing Managing Safely 5

Question 1

How can managers demonstrate visible safety leadership?

Accepted Answer

By conducting regular safety walks, engaging with workers, and addressing concerns promptly

Answer

Visible safety leadership means being physically present on the shop floor, talking to workers about safety, observing practices, addressing concerns immediately, and demonstrating through actions that safety is a priority.

Question 2

What is the role of employee safety representatives?

Accepted Answer

To represent employees in consultation on health and safety matters

Answer

Safety representatives, whether appointed by a trade union or elected by the workforce, represent employees in consultation with the employer on health and safety matters. They can inspect the workplace, investigate complaints and attend safety committee meetings.

Question 3

What impact can poor health and safety have on an organisation's reputation?

Accepted Answer

Significant negative impact, potentially losing customers, contracts and the ability to recruit

Answer

Poor health and safety can severely damage an organisation's reputation, leading to loss of customers and contracts, difficulty recruiting and retaining staff, negative media coverage, and loss of stakeholder confidence.

Question 4

Which of the following is an indirect cost of a workplace accident?

Accepted Answer

Low morale and reduced productivity among remaining staff

Answer

Indirect (hidden) costs include reduced morale, loss of goodwill, management time spent investigating, overtime to cover absent workers, recruitment costs, and reduced productivity. These often exceed the direct costs significantly.

Question 5

According to IOSH, what percentage of workplace accidents are caused by management failures?

Accepted Answer

Around 70%

Answer

Studies and HSE research indicate that the majority of workplace accidents — commonly cited as around 70% or more — are attributable to management failures such as inadequate training, poor procedures, lack of supervision, or failure to maintain equipment.

IOSH Managing Safely Practice Test

IOSH Managing Safely Practice Test

IOSH Introducing Managing Safely 5