C5.4 Training

Question 1

PUWER Reg 9

Answer 1

all persons who use work equipment shall receive adequate training in safe use, risks and precautions

Question 2

training definition

Answer 2

helping people to learn how to do something

Question 3

competence definition

Answer 3

combination of training, skills, experience, knowledge and knowing limitations

Question 4

induction training

Answer 4

when start a new job
make aware of risks
familiar with procedures

Question 5

induction content

Answer 5

review H&S policy
first aid
PPE
fire & emergencies
specific training requirements
welfare arrangements
restrictions on areas/ equipment
rules, signs, signals

Question 6

when to train

Answer 6

induction - new starters
changes in work activity
new technology / equipment
new method of work
new substances
new work patterns
refresher training

Question 7

supervisor training

Answer 7

hazards, controls, correct use of equipment
identify deviations from safe practice
H&S policy
legal aspects
causes / consequences of accidents
risk assessments
accident prevention methods
disciplinary procedures
active / reactive monitoring techniques

Question 8

young / vulnerable person training

Answer 8

unfamiliar risks in workplace
special needs
mental / physical disability

Question 9

what does level of supervision depend on

Answer 9

staff competence

level of risk

Question 10

specific training - self propelled equipment

Answer 10

facilities to prevent unauthorised use
facilities to minimise effects of collision
brake / stopping device
emergency brake as appropriate
aides to driver vision
lighting
fire fighting equipment

Question 11

specific training - chainsaws

Answer 11

dangers from chain / saw teeth
manual handling risks
work at height dangers
PPE

Question 12

specific training - wood working machines

Answer 12

equipment specific
PPE
causes of accidents
safe working practices

Question 13

specific training - power presses

Answer 13

specific to equipment
automatic guards
training for inspectors

Question 14

specific training - abrasive wheels

Answer 14

specific to equipment
use of guards
risks
markings on wheels - type, size, max operating speed
how to store / handle wheels
how to inspect / test wheels
functions of components
how to assemble to ensure correctly balanced
correct adjustment / use of work rest
PPE

Question 15

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regs 2008 - instruction manual requirements

Answer 15

name and address of manufacturer
designation of the machinery
EC declaration of conformity
general description of machinery
drawings, diagrams etc for maintenance / repair
intended use
warnings on how not to use
assembly / installation instructions
residual risk info
protective measures inc PPE
operating method, inc emergency / breakdown
noise / vibration info