POPIMAR

Question 0

What dose POPIMAR stand for?

Answer 0

Policy Organisation Planning Implementing Measure Performance Audit Review

Question 1

What does the law require a written health and safety policy statement to include?

Answer 1

A statement of intent which includes the safety aims and objectives of the organisation. The organisation detailing the people with specific health and safety responsibilities The arrangements in place in terms of systems and procedures

Question 2

When would you review the health and safety policy?

Answer 2

Organisational or technological changes Changes in personnel or legislation Poor safety performance The policy is no longer effective After enforcement action Periodically

Question 3

What reasons could cause a health and safety policy to be unsuccessful ?

Answer 3

Policy not understood or communicated to the workforce Insufficient resources available to implement the policy More focus on rules rather than management commitment Lack of monitoring, poor PPE and safe poorly maintained equipment

Question 4

What are the effects of a positive health and safety performance ?

Answer 4

Improved communication and consultation Minimise financial losses Improved production Improved public image Involvement of directors and senior managers

Question 5

What are the legal requirements for having a health and safety policy ?

Answer 5

Section 2.3 of the health and safety at work act 1974. Requires employers with five or more employees to prepare and review a written health and safety policy.