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

The Approved Code of Practice to the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 recommends a minimum temperature of 16°C for sedentary work (such as office work). For work involving severe physical effort, the minimum is 13°C. These are not absolute legal limits but ACoP guidance carries significant weight.

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

The Workplace Regulations 1992 (Regulations 20-22) require employers to provide suitable and sufficient toilets, washing facilities (including hot and cold running water, soap and drying facilities), and an adequate supply of wholesome drinking water. These are non-negotiable minimum welfare requirements.

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

Regulation 7 requires that the temperature in workplaces during working hours is reasonable, and that a sufficient number of thermometers are provided to enable workers to determine the temperature. The ACoP then provides the guidance figures of 16°C and 13°C.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

11 cubic metres

Answer

The ACoP to the Workplace Regulations recommends a minimum of 11 cubic metres per person in a workroom. This calculation should exclude any space more than 3 metres above floor level and should account for furniture and fittings that reduce usable space.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Regulation 6 — ventilation

Answer

Regulation 6 requires that every enclosed workplace is ventilated by a sufficient quantity of fresh or purified air. Where mechanical ventilation is used, it must include an effective warning device to alert occupants to system failure.

NEBOSH IGC Practice Test

NEBOSH IGC Practice Test

NEBOSH Work Environment 1