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1.L5 OSHA EXAM

The document outlines a written assessment for a Level 5 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health, administered by the TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council. It consists of two sections: short answer questions and essay questions, covering various topics related to occupational health and safety practices, legislation, and hazard management. Candidates are instructed to complete the assessment within three hours, adhering to specific guidelines.

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1.L5 OSHA EXAM

The document outlines a written assessment for a Level 5 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health, administered by the TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council. It consists of two sections: short answer questions and essay questions, covering various topics related to occupational health and safety practices, legislation, and hazard management. Candidates are instructed to complete the assessment within three hours, adhering to specific guidelines.

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

TVET CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION COUNCIL


(TVET CDACC)

Qualification Code :
Qualification : Level 5
Unit Code :
Unit of Competency : Demonstrate Occupational Safety and Health Practices

WRITTEN ASSESSMENT

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE

i. Time allocated: THREE (3) hours.


ii. This paper has two sections A and B. Attempt questions in each section as per
instructions given in the section.
iii. You are provided with a separate answer booklet.
iv. Marks for each question are indicated in the brackets.
v. Do not write on the question paper

Name of the Candidate: ……………………………………………………………………

Registration Code of the Candidate………………………………………………….…….

Date: ………………………………………………………………………….…………......

Signature:

This paper consists of THREE (3) printed pages.

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

SECTION A: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS(40 MARKS)

Attempt ALL questions in this section

1. .Define the following terms as used in Occupational safety and Health


i. Health audit

(2 Marks)
ii. Safety audit

(2 Marks)

2. What are the three roles that employees play in promoting occupational health and safety?
(3 marks)
3. What is an occupational health and safety program, and why is it important for organizations?
(2marks)
4. What are the three purposes of occupational health and safety legislation and regulations?
(3 marks)
5. Give three ways that organizations can use to ensure the effectiveness of hazard and risk
prevention or control measures? (3 marks)
6. Define "risk matrix" as used in the context of risk analysis. (2 marks)
7. Give three ways employers can use to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety
legislation and regulations? (3 marks)
8. State four methods of identifying hazards in the workplace (4 marks)

9. List three importance of doing risk (3 marks)


10. State four reasons for maintaining safety in the workplace (4 marks)
11. List three examples of safety gears in the workplace and give their uses (3Marks)
12. What are the three key elements that should be included in a contingency plan for
occupational health and safety? (3 marks)
13. State three challenges organizations may face during the risk analysis process. (3 marks)

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

SECTION B:ANSWER ANY THREE QUESTIONS(60 MARKS)

14. (a) Explain the categories of workplace hazards giving examples


(10Marks)
(b) Discuss the importance of conducting regular workplace hazard assessment, explain the
steps in conducting thorough hazard assessment and how it contributes to maintaining a safe
working environment. Provide examples to support your explanation. (10Marks)

15. (a)Outline the roles of the employer and employees in the workplace with regard to safety
(8Marks)
(b)Discuss the significance of effective communication in promoting occupational health and
safety in the workplace. Explain how clear communication channels , safety meeetings,
training programs contribute to creating a safety –conscious environment. Provide real -world
examples of communication strategies used to enhance safety culture.
(12Marks)

16. (a) Examine the key elements of effective contingency planning in occupational health and
safety (10Marks)

(b)Discuss the importance of contingency measures in occupational health and safety


management (10Marks)

17. Explain ten principles of Occupational Health and Safety (20 Marks)

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