201: Health and Safety Flashcards
What do red signs mean?
Prohibition
What do green signs mean?
First aid/emergency exit
What do yellow signs mean?
Warning
What do blue signs mean?
Mandatory
What are the 3 parts of the fire triangle?
Oxygen, Fuel, Heat
What do black labeled fire extinguishers contain?
Carbon dioxide
What do cream labeled fire extinguishers contain?
Foam
What do blue labeled fire extinguishers contain?
Dry powder
What do red labeled fire extinguishers contain?
Water
What does a class F fire involve?
Cooking oil and fat
What do unclassified fires consist of?
Electrical fire
What does a class D fire involve?
Fires where water is ineffective/dangerous
What does a class C fire involve?
Flammable gasses
What does a class B fire involve?
Flammable liquids, petrol and spirits
What does a class A fire involve?
Wood, paper, textiles, carbonaceous materials
What are 5 ways to stay safe on a ladder?
Don’t over reach. Ensure the ground is flat. Check condition of ladder. Make sure there are 3 points of contact. Angle the ladder at 75 degrees.
What’s the definition of ‘Arms reach?’
Over 2.5 meters away, excluding metal objects or ladders
What is RIDDOR?
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
Which regulation covers supply and use of equipment?
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)
Which regulation reduces the risk to employees hearing?
Control of Noise at Work (CNW)
What are 5 examples of access equipment?
Step ladder. Pole ladder. Scaffolds. Folding work platform. Arial work platform.
What are 2 PPE for feet?
Steel toe boots. Toe guards
What are 2 PPE for lungs?
Face mask. Gas mask
What are 2 PPE for ears?
Ear protectors. Ear plugs
What are 2 PPE for eyes?
Safety goggles. Safety glasses
What are 2 hazards for feet?
Stepping on sharp objects. Dropping heavy objects
What are 2 hazards for lungs?
Dust. Asbestos
What are 2 hazards for ears?
Prolonged exposure to high frequencies. Noise above 75 decibels
What are 2 hazards for eyes?
Dust. Sharp objects
What are 2 PPE for the head?
Helmet. Bump cap
What are 2 hazards for the head?
Falling heavy objects. Low ceiling entranceways
What are 3 COSHH materials?
Chemicals. Bio-Agents. Fumes
What are the 5 HSE outlines when taking a risk assessment?
Identify. Decide. Evaluate. Record. Review
What is CHIP?
Chemical Hazard Information and Packaging
What is a hazard?
Something with the potential to cause harm
What is a risk?
The likely hood of harm being done
What is PTW?
Permission To Work
What is RAMS?
Risk Assessment and Method Statements
What should be the angle and ratio of a ladder?
75 degrees. Ratio of 4 up 1 across
What are the 3 points of contact on a step ladder?
Chest. Shins. Feet
How long should a pole ladder be?
Up to 12 meters
What is PPC?
Pollution Prevention Control
What is WEEE?
Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
What is CDM?
Construction, Design and Management
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment
What is COSHH?
Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health
What is HASAW?
Heath And Safety At Work
What is the meaning of ‘Statutory’?
Legally binding
What are the 2 types of injury?
Acute. Chronic
What is a chronic injury?
An injury where the result can take weeks, months or even years to develop
What is an acute injury?
An injury where the pain is immediate and obvious
What are the 3 main types of asbestos and their colours?
Chrysolite - White
Amosite - Brown
Crocidolite - Blue
What is asbestos?
A fibrous material that is opencast mined from the ground
What is the information in the on-site guide?
In compliance with statutory regulations.
What are the electrical standards for voltage detecting devices known as?
GS38
What is the site voltage used for powertools?
110v - Centre tapped
Where is asbestos most likely to be found in an older building?
Old cisterns
What does BSEN mean in relation to standards?
British Standard European Number
What is RPE?
Respiratory Protective Equipment
