Highfield Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF): Free Mock Test & Practice Questions

Highfield Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)

This qualification is designed for supervisors, managers, and team leaders with health and safety responsibilities. It provides the knowledge to manage risks effectively and ensure compliance with UK legislation.

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Q1. What is the primary piece of legislation that sets out the general duties for health and safety in Great Britain's workplaces?

A. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
B. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
C. The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007
D. The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992

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✓ Answer: B. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 is the principal statute that establishes the framework for workplace health and safety law in Great Britain.

Q2. In the HSE's 'Plan, Do, Check, Act' (PDCA) model for managing health and safety, what is the primary activity of the 'Check' stage?

A. Developing the health and safety policy and objectives.
B. Implementing risk control measures and safe systems of work.
C. Measuring and monitoring performance against set standards.
D. Reviewing the system's performance and implementing improvements.

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✓ Answer: C. Measuring and monitoring performance against set standards.

The 'Check' stage is about measuring performance to see if the plans and controls implemented in the 'Do' stage are working effectively.

Q3. According to the established hierarchy of control, which of the following is considered the MOST effective and desirable control measure?

A. Providing workers with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
B. Implementing administrative controls such as safe systems of work.
C. Substituting the hazardous process with a less hazardous one.
D. Completely eliminating the hazard from the workplace.

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✓ Answer: D. Completely eliminating the hazard from the workplace.

The hierarchy of control prioritises measures that remove the hazard entirely (elimination) as the most effective solution.

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How many questions are in the Highfield Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)?

The exam has 60 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 60-question format so your practice matches the real thing.

What is the pass mark for the Highfield Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (RQF)?

You need 40 out of 60 correct to pass, which is about 67%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.

How long do you get?

The test is timed at 120 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.

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