IOSH Introducing Managing Safely

Question 1

What are the three main reasons for managing health and safety in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Moral, legal and financial

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Political, social and economic

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Ethical, regulatory and competitive

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Personal, organisational and governmental

Question 2

Which of the following best describes a positive safety culture?

Accepted Answer

One where safety is everyone's responsibility and is integrated into daily operations

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One where employees follow rules only when supervisors are present

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One where the safety officer handles all health and safety matters

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One where accidents are hidden to maintain a good safety record

Question 3

Under UK health and safety law, who has the primary duty to ensure workplace safety?

Accepted Answer

The employer

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The Health and Safety Executive

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Individual employees

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The local authority

Question 4

What is the role of a manager in health and safety according to IOSH Managing Safely?

Accepted Answer

To lead by example, manage risks and ensure compliance in their area

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To delegate all safety responsibilities to the safety officer

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To carry out all risk assessments personally

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To attend safety committee meetings on behalf of the team

Question 5

Which of the following is a financial consequence of poor health and safety management?

Accepted Answer

Increased costs from compensation claims, lost production and fines

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Improved staff morale

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Reduced insurance premiums

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Higher employee retention rates

Question 6

What does 'so far as is reasonably practicable' (SFAIRP) mean in health and safety?

Accepted Answer

The cost and effort of reducing a risk must be weighed against the degree of risk

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Safety measures must be implemented regardless of cost

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Only the cheapest safety measures need to be implemented

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Safety measures are optional if they are expensive