Emergencies in the workplace Flashcards
1
Q
what should you do in a fire?
A
- Raise/sound the alarm
- Do not attempt to fight the fire unless you have had fire marshal training
- Stop work and leave everything
leave the building site immediately and head for the assembly point.
2
Q
What does a fire need to flourish and spead
A
remove one element and the fire wont happen
3
Q
what extinguisher is suitable for which fire
A
4
Q
what should you do if an accident occurs?
A
- Get hold of the first aider or your supervisor
-Phoning for the emergency services
-If you are a first aider offer help within the capabilities of your training.
5
Q
what should you do if hazardous spillage happens?
A
the employer should have a plan in place for how to deal with it based on the risk assessment
6
Q
in order to prevent electrical emergencies voltage used on-site should be transformed to
A
110
7
Q
The first action to take on suspecting that a material may contain asbestos is to:
A
inform the supervisor immediately
