2.6. Selecting appropriate tools, equipment and processes

Question 1

health and safety at work act HASAWA

Answer 1

1974
law that companies have to comply with, must display poster, provide approved leaflets
provide a safe place of work
provide safe equipment
ensure staff are properly trained
carry out risk assessments
provide proper facilities
appoint a competent person to oversee health and safety

Question 2

control of substances hazardous to health COSHH

Answer 2

2002
prevent, reduce or control workers exposure to substances that may be hazardous

Question 3

risk assessments

Answer 3

has to be publicly available to the people involved and verified
potential hazards
people at risk and how
actions already in place
further action required
action by
action target date
done

Question 4

mass production

Answer 4

large quantities, automation or assembly lines
27000 toothbrush handles in 24 hours

Question 5

batch production

Answer 5

stages, heavy use of jigs and templates, can be costly due to stages