NEBOSH Work Environment 1

Question 1

What is the minimum workplace temperature for sedentary work as recommended by the Approved Code of Practice to the Workplace Regulations?

Accepted Answer

16°C

Answer

13°C

Answer

19°C

Answer

21°C

Question 2

Under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, which of the following welfare facilities must an employer provide?

Accepted Answer

Suitable and sufficient sanitary conveniences, washing facilities, and drinking water

Answer

A gymnasium and shower facilities

Answer

A staff canteen with hot meals

Answer

Individual offices for all employees

Question 3

What does Regulation 7 of the Workplace Regulations require regarding workplace temperature?

Accepted Answer

The temperature during working hours must be reasonable, and a sufficient number of thermometers must be provided

Answer

A temperature of exactly 20°C must be maintained at all times

Answer

Air conditioning must be installed in all workplaces

Answer

Windows must be openable in all work areas

Question 4

What minimum workspace volume per person does the Approved Code of Practice recommend?

Accepted Answer

11 cubic metres

Answer

5 cubic metres

Answer

8 cubic metres

Answer

15 cubic metres

Question 5

Which regulation within the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 deals with ventilation?

Accepted Answer

Regulation 6 — ventilation

Answer

Regulation 5 — maintenance of workplace

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Regulation 8 — lighting

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Regulation 10 — room dimensions and space

Question 6

Under the Workplace Regulations, what provision must be made for workers who eat meals at work where no canteen exists?

Accepted Answer

A suitable and sufficient rest facility must be provided, which includes facilities to eat meals, including the means to prepare or obtain hot drinks

Answer

No provision is required if there is no canteen

Answer

Workers must be allowed to eat at their workstations

Answer

The employer must provide vouchers for external food outlets