IOSH Introducing Managing Safely 4

Question 1

What does the term 'safety culture' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The shared attitudes, values, beliefs and behaviours relating to health and safety

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The number of safety signs displayed in a workplace

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The frequency of safety training courses

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The amount spent on personal protective equipment

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the three sections of a health and safety policy?

Accepted Answer

Risk register

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Statement of intent

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Organisation (responsibilities)

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Arrangements

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the IOSH Managing Safely course?

Accepted Answer

To give managers and supervisors the knowledge and skills to manage safety in their teams

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To train people to become health and safety officers

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To prepare candidates for NEBOSH examinations

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To qualify people as fire wardens

Question 4

Why should near misses be reported and investigated?

Accepted Answer

Because they indicate potential for future serious incidents and provide learning opportunities

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Because they always result in injury

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Because the HSE requires a report for every near miss

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Because they affect insurance premiums directly

Question 5

What does the 'Heinrich Triangle' (or accident triangle) illustrate?

Accepted Answer

The relationship between near misses, minor injuries and major injuries

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The three types of workplace hazard

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The hierarchy of control measures

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The structure of health and safety legislation

Question 6

What is meant by 'reasonably practicable' when applied to safety improvements?

Accepted Answer

Measures should be taken unless the cost is grossly disproportionate to the risk

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All possible measures must be taken regardless of cost

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Only free measures need to be implemented

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The cheapest option should always be chosen