Engineering Workshop Hazards Flashcards
1
Q
What could cause general hazards in a workshop ?
A
Lighting
GEV/LEV
Lifting equipment
Manual handling
Ergonomics - machines and workstations
Vehicles
Hazardous substances
Electricity - Inc equipment
Leads, plugs and sockets
Pressurised plant and systems
2
Q
Which regulation and ACOP explains what a safe place of work must have?
A
Workplace (health and safety and welfare) regulations 1992
3
Q
What main factors does workplace (health and safety and welfare) regulations 1992 cover?
A
A safe place of work
Safe movement
Ergonomic work stations
Cleanliness
4
Q
What activities in a workshop may be particularly hazardous?
A
Machining
Welding and flamecutting
Radiography
Painting