3 - risk control

Question 1

What categories does risk control fall into

Answer 1

Behavioural, technical, procedural

Question 2

What 4 factors must be considered when choosing the right control measures

Answer 2

1. Time - long or short term measures
2. Practicability - Availability of technology
3. Effectiveness of control
4. Cost of implementation
5. Reliability of control equipment
6. Statutory obligation and associated standards
7. Competence and reliability of personel

Question 3

What are the principles of prevention

Answer 3

1. If possible avoid risk altogether
2. Evaluate risks that cannot be avoided
3. Combat risks at source
4. Adapt work to requirements of the individual
5. Take advantage of technological and technical progress
6. Implement risk prevention measures to form part of a coherent policy and aproach
7. Give priority to measures which protect the whole workplace so give the greatest benefit
8. Ensure that workers, whether employees or self employed understand what they must do

Question 4

What hierarchy and order do the methods of risk control go in:

Answer 4

Try less risky option
Prevent access to hazard
Organise work to reduce exposure to hazard
Provide adequate instruction, information, training and supervision
Issue personal protective equipment
Provide welfare facilities

Question 5

A safe system of work is a … procedure which results from … examination of a … In order to identify all the ….

Answer 5

Formal, systematic, task, hazards

Question 6

All systems of work should be … but where the potential consequence of … are high the system of work should be in …

Answer 6

safe, harm, writing

Question 7

What are the special cases where a safe system of work is needed

Answer 7

1. Cleaning and maintenance operations
2. Employees working alone
3. Breakdowns or emergencies
4. Controlling activities of contractors
5. Loading, unloading and movement of vehicles

Question 8

T/F Permits to work are usually not required for high risk activities as they have a special control measure

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What does the effectiveness of PPE rely on

Answer 9

1. Comprehensive user training
2. Availability of correct equipment at all times
3. Good supervision and enforcement

Question 10

What are the 6 objectives of the permit to work system

Answer 10

1. Reduce to a minimum the risk of injury or ill-health to those carrying out the work
2. Ensure proper authorisation for the procedures and work
3. Make clear to those carrying out the work the exact identity, nature and extent of the work
4. Ensure the person in charge of the plant or area is aware of all the work to be carried out
5. Provide a record of the nature of the work, the precautions taken and the people involved
6. Provide a formal hand-back procedure to ensure that the part of the plant affected by the work is in a safe condition to return to production

Question 11

What is the 8 point plan of considerations for a safe system of work

Answer 11

1. How the task is to be done
2. The task risk assessment should make provision for any potential hazards
3. Existing instructions or procedures that may need to be adopted
4. Who will do the work and what skills are needed
5. Supervisory requirements and competencies requires
6. What other site activities are also happening
7. What emergency procedures and preparedness plans are needed
8. Constantly monitor to ensure compliance and review the work

Question 12

T/F PPE does not need to fit properly or be comfortable, as long as it protects you

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What activities are high risk permits issued for

Answer 13

Electrical work on high voltage apparatus
Work in confined spaces
Working at height
Hot work - cutting and welding

Question 14

T/F With regard to contractor permits, special consideration should be given to contractors as they are not direct employees of the company

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What does a red and white circular sign typically indicate

Answer 15

Prohibition

Question 16

Which colour combination is commonly associated with mandatory action in signage

Answer 16

Blue and white circle

Question 17

What are the duties in relation to PPE

Answer 17

Use of PPE provided in accordance with training and instruction
Return PPE to the accommodation provided after use
Report any loss or obvious defect

Question 18

With signage, what does a yellow and black triangle sign signify

Answer 18

Warning

Question 19

What type of information is typically conveyed through a green and white square sign

Answer 19

Information

Question 20

What colour is commonly associated with fire safety signage

Answer 20

red and white square

Question 21

T/F Equipment should always be chosen based on the identified hazards and suitability for users

Answer 21

True

Question 22

With regard to PPE, employers are to provide employees with adequate and appropriate information, instruction and training on:

Answer 22

1. The risks which the PPE will avoid or limit
2. The purpose for which and manner in which PPE should be used
3. Any action required by the employee to maintain the PPE

Question 23

Your company will almost certainly have … safety rules you must read and understand, as these set out the need to work … and … how this should be done

Answer 23

Site, safely, describe

Question 24

T/F dust masks significantly reduce your breathing

Answer 24

False

Question 25

The people in control of the work premises have the primary responsibility for which group of people on the site

Answer 25

Contractors

Question 26

What 6 factors should be considered with control of contractors

Answer 26

1. Do they have an adequate H&S policy
2. Will they provide adequate supervision of their work and workers
3. Do they have skilled staff with appropriate qualifications
4. Have they produced risk assessments and method statements for the specified work
5. Do their tools and equipment comply with legal requirements
6. Do they have adequate insurance cover