NEBOSH Workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment 2

Question 1

What is a dynamic risk assessment and when is it used?

Accepted Answer

A continuous, on-the-spot assessment of changing risks in real-time, used when circumstances change during work activities

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A risk assessment done monthly

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A computer-based risk tool

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A risk assessment for dynamic machinery only

Question 2

What specific construction hazards are prevalent in Gulf region workplaces?

Accepted Answer

Working at height, crane operations, excavation collapse, hot weather exposure, confined spaces, and lifting operations in high-rise construction

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Construction is always safe in the Gulf

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Only falling objects

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Gulf construction has the same hazards as temperate climates

Question 3

What is a COSHH assessment and when is it required?

Accepted Answer

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health — an assessment required whenever workers may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, dusts, or biological agents

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A construction safety checklist

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A computer safety assessment

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Only required for chemical factories

Question 4

How should risk assessments address vulnerable workers such as migrant workers in the Gulf?

Accepted Answer

Consider language barriers, unfamiliarity with local hazards, cultural factors, accommodation conditions, and ensure training is provided in workers' native languages

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Vulnerable workers do not need special consideration

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Only provide translated safety signs

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Vulnerable workers should not be employed in hazardous work

Question 5

What is the ALARP principle and how does it apply to risk management?

Accepted Answer

As Low As Reasonably Practicable — risks should be reduced until further reduction would be grossly disproportionate to the benefit gained

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As Low As Reasonably Practical — meaning all risks should be completely eliminated

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A type of emergency alarm system

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A regulatory reporting requirement

Question 6

When should a risk assessment be reviewed and updated?

Accepted Answer

After incidents, when work processes change, when new hazards are identified, when new workers join, or at regular planned intervals

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Only annually

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Only when required by the regulator

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Risk assessments never need updating