Application

Question 1

Cossh stand for

Answer 1

Control of substances hazardous to health regulations

Question 2

Health hazard

Answer 2

Cause eye damage, skin rashes and can be dangerous if ingested

Question 3

Corrosive

Answer 3

Cause skin burns and permanent eye damage

Question 4

Flammable

Answer 4

Can catch fire if heated or comes into contact with flame

Question 5

Acute toxicity

Answer 5

Cause life threatening effects even in small quantities

Question 6

Symbols with orange labels

Answer 6

Out of date but use red diamond shape as correct ones to use

Question 7

Health and safety work act

Answer 7

Law covers all aspects of workplace. Purpose is to prevent death, injury and ill health to those at work and affected by work activities

Question 8

What ibspections does the health and safety executive do

Answer 8

Implements health and safety policy
Assesses risks in workplace
Provides facilities for workers
Consults workers on health and safety issues
Failures will include fines and imprisonment

Question 9

Comah stands for

Answer 9

Control of major accident hazards
Legislation that supports and guides organisation when dealing with dangerous substances

Question 10

DSEAR

Answer 10

Dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres regulations 2002