Health And Safety

Question 1

Employers responsibilities are…

Answer 1

Provide suitable workplace
Provide protective clothing if needed
Provide training
Prepare Heath and safety policy

Question 2

Employees responsibilities…

Answer 2

Take care of others and self
Do not misuse equipment
Co-operate with employer

Question 3

What happens if an organisation does not follow the H&S rules.

Answer 3

The HSE can send inspectors to visit and enforce penalties

Question 4

What penalties can they enforce?

Answer 4

Impose fines
Prosecute the owners
Close the premises

Question 5

What are the fire regulations

Answer 5

Fire equipment should be checked regularly
Fire exits should be clear
Employees should know what to do in event of fire

Question 6

H&as for using computer screens

Answer 6

Regular breaks
Suitably designed workstations
Adjustable seating/keyboard

Question 7

H&S rules about accident report forms

Answer 7

All accidents should be entered in the accident book/form
Details of accident (time date place) should be noted
Serious accident should be investigated

Question 8

Firms also have to think about security. What ways can employees secure property and staff

Answer 8

Intercoms or security doors
ID badges to be worn by staff and visitors
Ensure visitors are always supervised

Question 9

How can they protect info and technology

Answer 9

Use of passwords
Anti-virus software is used
Use shredders to destroy info

Question 10

What are some general security measures

Answer 10

Use security guards

CCTV

Question 11

Describe H&S in the workplace

Answer 11

It is a responsibility of everyone
Employees have a responsible to look after themselves and others and any equipment they use
Employers have a responsibility to provide necessary training and equipment