Regulations

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Regulations

: Which Act sets out the general duties of employers, employees and self-employed people to protect the health, safety and welfare of themselves and others at work?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at work Regulations
4. Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Which Regulations require employers to report any work-related death, major injuries, work-related diseases, or dangerous occurrences to the relevant enforcing authority?

1. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
2. Personal Protective Equipment at work Regulations
3. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrence Regulations (RIDDOR)
4. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)

What is the main purpose of Personal Protective Equipment at work Regulations

1. To provide a safe working environment for employees
2. To protect employees from hazardous substances
3. To ensure proper maintenance of lifting equipment
4. To reduce the risk of injury or disease

What must employers do to comply with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations?

1. Provide manual handling training
2. Make sure equipment is properly maintained
3. Ensure adequate space for manual handling
4. Provide adequate protective clothing

Which legislation requires employers to provide adequate training and supervision for manual handling?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to assess the risk of manual handling operations?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to provide information, instruction and supervision on the safe operation of lifting equipment?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to report any workplace incidents resulting in serious injury, ill health or death?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrence Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to assess the risks to health posed by hazardous substances and to put in place control measures?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and training in its use?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to provide a safe system of work for employees?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to ensure that all lifting equipment is fit for purpose and regularly inspected?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations

What legislation requires employers to identify the risks associated with the use of hazardous substances and put in place preventative measures?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrence Regulations

Which legislation requires employers to provide suitable and sufficient PPE for employees and ensure it is used?

1. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
3. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
4. Manual Handling Operations Regulations