Knowing the Procedures for Handling Biological Hazards in the Workplace
What is the primary legislation governing biological hazards in the UK workplace?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013
Which of the following are steps in a risk assessment for biological hazards?
Identifying the hazard
Evaluating the risks
Implementing control measures
Ignoring minor risks
Documenting the findings
Which of these pathogens can be classified as a biological hazard in the workplace?
HIV
Influenza virus
Asbestos fibers
Salmonella bacteria
Lead dust
What is the purpose of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations?
To protect workers from health risks arising from exposure to hazardous substances
To ensure all workplaces have first aid kits
To mandate regular fire drills
To regulate working hours
Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is commonly used to protect against biological hazards?
Gloves
Face masks
Safety goggles
Steel-toe boots
Hard hats
What should be done immediately if an employee is exposed to a biological hazard?
Report the incident and seek medical attention
Ignore it if there are no immediate symptoms
Continue working and report it at the end of the day
Only report it if symptoms develop
How often should risk assessments for biological hazards be reviewed?
Regularly, or whenever there are significant changes
Once every ten years
Only when an incident occurs
Never, once completed
Which UK agency is responsible for enforcing workplace health and safety regulations?
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
National Health Service (NHS)
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
Environmental Agency
What is the first step in dealing with a biological spill in the workplace?
Evacuate the area and secure it
Clean up the spill immediately
Ignore it until someone else notices
Call the police
Which of the following is NOT a method for controlling biological hazards?
Engineering controls
Administrative controls
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ignoring the hazard
Which of the following is a key principle of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations?
Prevent or control exposure to hazardous substances
Ensure all employees work from home
Mandate annual health check-ups for all employees
Provide free meals to employees
What should be included in a biological hazard emergency response plan?
Emergency contact numbers
Evacuation procedures
First aid measures
Daily lunch menu
Decontamination procedures
Which of the following are examples of engineering controls for biological hazards?
Biological safety cabinets
Ventilation systems
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Handwashing facilities
Regular training sessions
What is the role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in controlling biological hazards?
To provide a barrier between the worker and the hazard
To eliminate the hazard completely
To replace administrative controls
To ensure compliance with fire safety regulations
Which of the following actions should be taken when handling biological waste?
Use appropriate containers for disposal
Label the waste clearly
Store waste in designated areas
Dispose of waste in regular trash bins
Burn the waste immediately
What is the significance of proper hand hygiene in preventing biological hazards?
It reduces the risk of spreading infectious agents
It eliminates the need for PPE
It replaces the need for vaccinations
It ensures compliance with food safety regulations
Which document outlines the procedures for dealing with biological hazards in the workplace?
Biological Safety Manual
Employee Handbook
Fire Safety Plan
Annual Report
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