SIA Door Health & Safety at Work 3

Question 1

If a door supervisor witnesses a colleague sustain an injury at work, what is the immediate priority?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the scene is safe and provide or summon appropriate first aid

Answer

The immediate priority following any workplace injury is to ensure the safety of others and to provide or call for appropriate first aid for the injured person.

Question 2

What is the correct technique for manually lifting a heavy item?

Accepted Answer

Keep the back straight, bend the knees, and hold the load close to the body

Answer

Safe manual handling requires a straight back, bent knees, and keeping the load close to the body to minimise strain on the spine.

Question 3

Which of the following injuries sustained at work must be reported to the HSE under RIDDOR?

Accepted Answer

A fracture to the arm sustained while working

Answer

A fracture to the arm is a 'specified injury' under RIDDOR and must be reported to the HSE by the employer.

Question 4

A door supervisor notices that a fire exit is being used for storage and is partially blocked. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Report the obstruction to management immediately as it is a serious safety hazard

Answer

A blocked fire exit is a serious health and safety and fire safety hazard that must be reported to management immediately so it can be cleared without delay.

Question 5

When should an entry be made in an accident book?

Accepted Answer

Any time a work-related injury or illness occurs, however minor

Answer

An accident book entry should be completed for any work-related injury or illness regardless of severity, creating a record that helps identify patterns and improve safety.

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Door Health & Safety at Work 3