SIA CCTV Health & Safety 3

Question 1

In the context of a CCTV operator, what does 'lone working' mean?

Accepted Answer

Working in isolation without close or direct supervision

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Operating a single camera without any technical assistance

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Working a night shift alone in a control room with no other staff in the building

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Monitoring one specific location from multiple camera angles

Question 2

Which regulations specifically require employers to assess and manage risks associated with lone working?

Accepted Answer

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

Answer

The Lone Workers (Protection) Act 2010

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The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 2022

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The Working Time Regulations 1998

Question 3

A CCTV operator is working alone and experiences a sudden medical emergency. Which measure would most effectively ensure their safety?

Accepted Answer

A working lone worker alarm or regular automated check-in system

Answer

A detailed written log of their shift activities and observations

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Access to CCTV footage of the control room itself

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A laminated copy of the building floor plan on the desk

Question 4

How does the HSE define work-related stress?

Accepted Answer

The adverse reaction people have when work demands and pressures exceed their ability to cope

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The physical strain caused by repetitive manual handling tasks

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Any situation at work that requires a fast or urgent response from an employee

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Working in excess of 48 hours per week on a regular basis

Question 5

Under the Working Time Regulations 1998, what is the maximum average working week for most workers in the UK?

Accepted Answer

48 hours

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35 hours

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40 hours

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56 hours

Question 6

What is the purpose of a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP)?

Accepted Answer

To ensure individuals who cannot use standard evacuation routes can evacuate safely

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To map the fastest evacuation route out of a building for all members of staff

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To provide a list of emergency contact numbers for all staff in the building

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To document the exact location of every fire exit and fire extinguisher on site

Question 7

Which of the following best describes a 'near miss' in health and safety terminology?

Accepted Answer

An unplanned event that had the potential to cause injury or damage but did not

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An incident that results in a minor, recordable injury to an employee

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A situation where emergency services were called to the premises but were not needed

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An accident in which equipment was damaged but no person was physically hurt