An employer asks whether they need to appoint a competent person under the MHSW Regulations 1999. They have 50 employees in a low-risk office

Question

An employer asks whether they need to appoint a competent person under the MHSW Regulations 1999. They have 50 employees in a low-risk office environment. What is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

All employers must appoint one or more competent persons to assist with health and safety measures regardless of size or risk level

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The HSE will appoint one for them

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Only if they handle hazardous substances

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Competent persons are only required for employers with more than 250 employees

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Only high-risk industries need a competent person

Competent person appointment — DOccMed MCQ

An employer asks whether they need to appoint a competent person under the MHSW Regulations 1999. They have 50 employees in a low-risk office environment. What is the most appropriate advice?