IOSH Introducing Managing Safely 6

Question 1

What document sets out the HSE's framework for managing health and safety?

Accepted Answer

HSG65 — Managing for Health and Safety

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The Robens Report

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The Woolf Report

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ISO 45001

Question 2

What is the legal status of an Approved Code of Practice (ACoP)?

Accepted Answer

It has a special legal status — following it is normally enough to comply with the law

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It has the same force as law

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It is purely advisory with no legal standing

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It only applies to high-risk industries

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'welfare' in the context of the HSWA 1974?

Accepted Answer

Provisions such as toilets, washing facilities, drinking water, rest areas and first aid

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The salary and benefits package for employees

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The organisation's pension scheme

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Counselling services for stressed employees

Question 4

What is the significance of the corporate manslaughter conviction for an organisation?

Accepted Answer

It can result in unlimited fines, a publicity order and a remedial order

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It only results in a small fine

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Individual managers cannot be prosecuted alongside it

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It only applies to companies with over 250 employees

Question 5

Why is it important for managers to keep up to date with health and safety legislation?

Accepted Answer

Because legislation evolves and non-compliance can lead to enforcement action, fines and imprisonment

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Legislation never changes, so it isn't important

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Only safety officers need to know about legislation

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Legislation is only relevant during HSE inspections

Question 6

What role does communication play in managing health and safety effectively?

Accepted Answer

Clear, regular two-way communication ensures everyone understands risks, responsibilities and procedures

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Communication is only necessary during emergencies

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Safety information should only be communicated through written policies

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Communication about safety should be limited to the annual safety briefing