Safe Pass Health and Safety Legislation Ireland 2

Question 1

What must every employee do under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005?

Accepted Answer

Take reasonable care of their own safety and that of others

Answer

Section 13 of the 2005 Act requires employees to take reasonable care for their own safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Question 2

What is a 'competent person' as defined in Irish safety legislation?

Accepted Answer

Someone with sufficient training, experience and knowledge to perform a task safely

Answer

A competent person is defined as someone who has sufficient training, experience, and knowledge appropriate to the nature of the work to be undertaken.

Question 3

Under Irish law, can an employee be penalised for reporting a safety concern?

Accepted Answer

No, employees are protected from penalisation

Answer

The 2005 Act protects employees from penalisation for reporting safety concerns or exercising their safety rights in good faith.

Question 4

What is the maximum fine for a summary conviction under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005?

Accepted Answer

€3,000

Answer

A summary conviction under the 2005 Act can result in a fine of up to €3,000 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment.

Question 5

Who must be consulted when preparing a Safety Statement?

Accepted Answer

Employees or their safety representatives

Answer

Employers must consult with employees or their elected safety representatives when preparing and reviewing the Safety Statement.

Safe Pass Practice Test

Safe Pass Practice Test

Safe Pass Health and Safety Legislation Ireland 2