2.3 Policies and legislation Flashcards
Which legislation outlines the law on health and safety at work in the UK?
Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) (1974)
What are an employee’s 3 responsibilities outlined by HASAWA?
- Take care of their own safety and the safety of others
- Cooperate with their employer on safety matters
- Not interfere with or misuse anything that is provided for safety
What are 4 ways to ensure safety?
- Clear away anything that could cause people to trip over
- Keep the floors clean
- Use proper manual handling techniques when lifting heavy objects
- Report/take necessary action for risks
What should fitness professionals do to reduce the risk of accidents? (x2)
- Risk assessments
- Ensure control measures are put in place
What should you do when lifting heavy objects? (x4)
- Bend your knees
- Keep your spine neutral
- Keep the weight close to your body
- Get help if you can’t lift it yourself
What is Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) (2002)?
Guidelines on safely handling harmful substances
What are the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992)?
Guidelines on reducing the risk of injury when lifting heavy objects
What is Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences (RIDDOR) (2013)?
Guidelines on reporting workplace accidents and incidents
What is the purpose of accident and incident report forms?
To show a record in case of disputes
What is Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999)?
Guidelines on complying with HASAWA
What are the 3 key documents fitness professionals must know about in their organisation?
- Health and Safety Policy
- Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
- Normal Operating Procedures (NOP)
What is does the Normal Operating Procedures (NOP) outline?
The procedures necessary for the smooth running of the facility - staff rotas, opening and closing procedures, etc.
