Site Safe NZ Health and Safety at Work Act

Question 1

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, who is defined as a PCBU?

Accepted Answer

A person conducting a business or undertaking

Answer

PCBU stands for 'Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking' and is the primary duty holder under the HSWA 2015.

Question 2

What is the primary object of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015?

Accepted Answer

To provide a balanced framework for securing the health and safety of workers and workplaces

Answer

The primary object of the HSWA 2015 is to provide a balanced framework for securing the health and safety of workers and workplaces by protecting them from harm.

Question 3

Under the HSWA 2015, what must a PCBU do 'so far as is reasonably practicable'?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the health and safety of workers

Answer

PCBUs must ensure the health and safety of workers so far as is reasonably practicable, considering what is possible, available, and appropriate in the circumstances.

Question 4

Which regulator is primarily responsible for enforcing the HSWA 2015?

Accepted Answer

WorkSafe New Zealand

Answer

WorkSafe New Zealand is the primary workplace health and safety regulator responsible for enforcing the HSWA 2015.

Question 5

What is an 'officer' under the HSWA 2015 required to exercise?

Accepted Answer

Due diligence to ensure the PCBU complies with its duties

Answer

Officers (such as company directors and chief executives) must exercise due diligence to ensure the PCBU meets its health and safety obligations.

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Site Safe Practice Test

Site Safe NZ Health and Safety at Work Act