Which of the following best describes a “near‑miss” incident?, A delay in workflow, An unsafe event that could have caused injury but didn’t, A damaged tool requiring repair, An accident where minor injury occurs, Why must method statements be followed exactly as written?, They ensure consistency of brick colour, They reduce material wastage, They outline the required safe working procedures, They improve the speed of work, Which law requires employers to provide information, instruction and training regarding workplace safety?, Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, Work at Height Regulations, RIDDOR, What is the primary purpose of a hazard identification process?, To allocate workforce tasks, To complete quality control checks, To collect data for company reports, To identify anything with potential to cause harm, Why is it unsafe to use a ladder with missing feet or anti‑slip ends?, It slows down the worker, It affects the ladder’s colour, It cannot be folded correctly, It increases the risk of slipping or instability, Which of the following is a safe practice when lifting manually?, Twisting while lifting, Keeping your back straight and using leg muscles, Bending from the waist, Keeping the load away from your body, Why must electrical tools be checked for damaged cables before use?, To reduce risk of electric shock or fire, To improve tool speed, To maintain warranty, To ensure it fits storage correctly, What does RIDDOR require employers to report?, Minor cuts and bruises, All sick days, Serious injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences, Tool breakages, Which of the following situations requires the use of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)?, Working with wood shavings, Working in bright sunlight, Working with dust or airborne hazardous substances, Working in the rain, Why is good housekeeping essential in preventing slips, trips and falls?, It reduces tool noise, It speeds up cleaning tasks, It prevents paperwork loss, It reduces clutter and ensures walkways remain clear, Which of the following is a legal duty of the employer under HASWA?, To organise social events, To provide a safe working environment, To ensure all workers buy their own PPE, To check employee wages, Why is defective plant machinery considered a high‑risk hazard?, It may cause entrapment, impact or crushing injuries, It reduces productivity, It affects fuel usage, It increases costs, When should a worker stop using a piece of equipment?, When they are unsure how to use it safely, When the battery is low, When it has no instruction manual, When it doesn’t match the colour of PPE, Why must hazardous substances be stored correctly?, It reduces insurance costs, It improves workplace appearance, It makes them easier to find, It prevents leaks, spills or dangerous chemical reactions, Which of the following is a common sign of hand‑arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?, Lower back ache, Tingling or numbness in fingers, Sore throat, Headaches, Why should high‑visibility clothing be worn around moving machinery?, It is waterproof, It matches company branding, It allows operators to see workers clearly, It keeps workers warm, Under safe manual handling guidelines, when is a team lift recommended?, When the load is too heavy or awkward for one person, When the load is time‑sensitive, When the load is below knee height, When the load blocks visibility, Why is working at height one of the most strictly controlled site activities?, It uses fewer materials, It is the most expensive task, It produces less noise, Falls from height are a leading cause of workplace fatalities, What should workers do if they identify a new hazard on site?, Tell another worker, Keep working and avoid the area, Report it immediately to a supervisor, Write it down and wait for the end‑of‑day meeting, Why is PPE considered the last line of defence?, It is always worn incorrectly, It only works when all other controls cannot eliminate the risk, It is optional, It prevents all possible injuries

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