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B. Occupational health, wellbeing and welfare A free question from our original HS&E MAP practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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You suspect a plant operator has been drinking before coming to work.

What does the law say?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Knowingly letting them work risks prosecution
  2. B. It is a private matter and nothing to do with work
  3. C. They can work, as long as they don't drive the plant
  4. D. Only the police can deal with it
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says employers have a duty to protect workers, and knowingly allowing an employee under the influence of drink or drugs to carry on working could lead to prosecution.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. If it affects safety at work, the employer must act.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Anyone under the influence can put others at risk on site.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. The employer has duties to act.

Explanation

Employers must not knowingly let workers carry on working while under the influence of drink or drugs.

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