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Question 1

What is the primary legislation covering occupational health and safety in Great Britain?
A) The Employment Rights Act 1996
B) The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
C) The Equality Act 2010

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Who is responsible for enforcing health and safety laws in Great Britain?
A) The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
B) The Health & Safety Executive (HSE)
C) The National Health Service (NHS)

Answer 2

B

Question 3

What do Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) provide?
A) Legal loopholes to avoid health and safety regulations
B) Practical advice on how to comply with the law
C) A list of companies exempt from health and safety laws

Answer 3

B

Question 4

What is a requirement under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?
A) Conducting risk assessments and recording significant findings (if five or more employees)
B) Hiring a full-time doctor for workplace health checks
C) Eliminating all workplace risks entirely

Answer 4

A