07. Common Hazards 11-14

Question 1

slip / trip potential model which identifies the relative importance of the factors contributing to slips and trips. 6

Answer 1

EnvironmentFloor materials Contamination /obstruction UseBehaviourFootwear

Question 2

The HSE (2007) have defined stress as:-

Answer 2

“Stress is the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them.”

Question 3

The Management Standards define the characteristics of an organisation where the risks from work-related stress are being effectively managed. The standards cover six primary sources of stress at work:

Answer 3

Demands – issues related to workload, work patterns and the work environment; Control – how much say the person has in the way they do their work; Support – levels of encouragement, sponsorship and resources provided by the organisation, line management and colleagues; Relationships – promoting positive working to avoid conflict and dealing with unacceptable behaviour; Role – whether people understand their role within the organisation and whether the organisation ensures they do not have conflicting roles; and Change – how organisational change is managed and communicated in the organisation. For each of the six sources of stress there are clearly defined standards and descriptions of desirable work conditions

Question 4

(13) Vibration Vibration occurs when

Answer 4

a body moves rhythmically back and forth through a fixed point.

Question 5

Hand Arm Vibration (HAV) Exposure Action Value (EAV) (above which employers are required to take action to control exposure)

Answer 5

2.5 m/s2 A(8)

Question 6

Hand Arm Vibration (HAV) (maximum amount of vibration an employee may be exposed to on any single day)

Answer 6

5 m/s2 A(8)

Question 7

(14) Welfare Facilities 4

Answer 7

Sanitary conveniences and washing facilities Drinking water Facilities for changing and accommodation for clothing Facilities for rest and to eat meals