Health and Safety

Question 1

What’s the difference between a hazard and a risk?

Answer 1

A hazard identifies something with the potential to cause harm.

A risk is the likelihood of the harm being realised.

Question 2

What is the overarching legislation governing Health and Safety?

Answer 2

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

Question 3

What are the main principles contained within H&S 1974?

Answer 3

• Adequate training of staff to ensure health and safety procedures are understood and adhered to
• Adequate welfare provisions for staff at work
• A safe working environment that is properly maintained and where operations within it are conducted safely
• Suitable provision of relevant information, instruction and supervision

For workplaces with five or more employees, employers must keep a written record of their health and safety policy