9.9 - Hazards In The Workplace Flashcards
Who is responsible for regulating safety in the workplace in the UK
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
Where can employers find regulations and procedures for safety
The Health and Safety at Work act 1974
If hazards cannot be eliminated, what must the employer do
Make employees aware of them and informed of how to avoid them using training and signs
What must warning a sign be to be effective
- Clearly identify the hazard
- Describe the danger
- Tell employees what to do or not to do
What colour are Prohibition Signs
Red
What colour are Mandatory signs
Blue
What colour are Safe Condition signs
Green
What colour are warning signs
Yellow
What colour are fire signs
Red
What colour are information signs
Black
An employee responsible for health and safety is required by law to
- Identify hazards in the workplace
- Remove hazards where possible
- Mitigate the risks to employees
- Not interfere with, nor misuse anything provided for health and safety
What are the basic actions in an emergency
- Stay calm and assess the situation
- Make area safe
- Call for help
What is a safety management system
A proactive and integrated approach to managing safety
What are the core aspects of an SMS
- Systematic
- Pro-Active
- Explicit
What are the four functional components of an SMS
- Safety Policy
- Safety Risk Management
- Safety Assurance
- Safety Promotion
What is an SMS composed of
4 functional components and 12 elements
