2.1a Health and safety

Question 1

Hazards in fieldwork

Answer 1

Aspects of fieldwork can cause hazards such as:
adverse weather conditions,
difficult terrain,
problems associated with isolation,
contact with harmful organisms

Question 2

Risk

Answer 2

Is the likelihood of harm arising from exposure to a hazard.

Question 3

Risk assessment

Answer 3

Risk assessment involves identifying control measures to minimize risk.

Question 4

Control measures

Answer 4

Control measures include appropriate equipment, clothing, footwear, and means of communication.