NEBOSH Workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Question 1

What is the five-step risk assessment process recommended by NEBOSH?

Accepted Answer

Identify hazards, identify who might be harmed, evaluate risks and decide on precautions, record findings, and review and update regularly

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Only identify hazards

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Assess and record only

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Hire a consultant to do it

Question 2

What is the difference between a hazard and a risk in NEBOSH terminology?

Accepted Answer

A hazard is something with the potential to cause harm; risk is the likelihood and severity of that harm actually occurring

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They are the same thing

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Risk is always higher than the hazard

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Hazards are physical and risks are financial

Question 3

What heat-related hazards are particularly relevant to Gulf region workplaces?

Accepted Answer

Heat stroke, heat exhaustion, dehydration, and reduced cognitive function from working in temperatures exceeding 45°C common in UAE summer months

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Heat is not a workplace hazard

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Only sunburn is a concern

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Heat only affects outdoor workers

Question 4

What is a risk matrix and how is it used in risk assessment?

Accepted Answer

A grid that plots the likelihood of harm against its severity to determine the risk level (low, medium, high) and prioritize control measures

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A mathematical formula for calculating costs

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A type of PPE selection tool

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A legal document required by regulators

Question 5

Who should be involved in conducting workplace risk assessments?

Accepted Answer

Competent persons with relevant knowledge, involving workers who understand the actual tasks, and reviewed by management

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Only the safety officer

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Only external consultants

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Anyone available, no competence needed

Question 6

What types of workplace hazards must be considered in a NEBOSH risk assessment?

Accepted Answer

Physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, psychosocial, and environmental hazards applicable to the specific workplace

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Only physical hazards

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Only the most obvious hazards

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Only hazards that have caused accidents before