Section 1 - Element 1 test

Question 1

When do the Regulations require employers to use a safety signs?

Answer 1

when there is a significant risk to health and safety that has not been avoided or controlled by other methods.

Question 2

What are the four types of signs

Answer 2

1) prohibition
2) warning
3) mandatory
4) emergency, first aid. (signs giving information)

Question 3

Prohibition sign

Answer 3

red- a sign prohibiting behaviour likely to increase or cause danger (e.g. no running, no diving, shallow water)

Question 4

Warning sign

Answer 4

yellow, orange - a sign giving warning of a hazard or danger (e.g. danger: electricity)

Question 5

Mandatory sign

Answer 5

blue - a sign prescribing specific behaviour (e.g. eye protection must be worn)

Question 6

Emergency escape, first aid sign

Answer 6

green - a sign giving information on emergency exits, first aid, AED location or rescue facilities (e.g. Emergency exit)

Question 7

What is the role of the lifeguard?

Answer 7

to maintain a safe and healthy environment for swimmers.

Question 8

Through what does the lifeguard maintain a safe and healthy environment for the swimmers (7)

Answer 8

maintaining a positive attitude
being professional
maintaining observation
providing good supervision
early intervention
accident prevention
rescue