H&S Flashcards
What are the CDM Regulations 2015
The main set of regulations for managing the health, safety and welfare of construction projects
What were the key changes in 2007 to the CDM Regs
- Replacement of CDM Coordinator with PD
- Removing the exemption for domestic clients but passing the CDM duties to the contractor
- Changing the requirement to appoint PD where there is more than one contractor”
What is the role of the principal designer
Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate H&S in the pre contract phase of a project
What is an F10
The F10 is a document that is submitted to the HSE to notify them of a scheme when notifiable
When Is a project notifiable
“When it hits one of the below
- +500 man hours
- +30 days in duration
- More than 20 site operatives”
Who should ensure the F10 is in place
The client
What does a site induction consist of
”- Outline of the project
- First aid arrangements
- Site specific risks - Site rules”
Do you know what a PCI document is
“Pre construction information pack
Contains info the client already possesses about the site
Parts
- Project details
- Planning and management of works
- Arrangements for controlling significant site risks
- Plan for H&S file”
What CSCS Card do you have
Academically qualified persons card
How long does your CSCS card last for
5 years
What is the HASWA 1974
To provide adequate training to staff to ensure H&S procedures are understood and adhered
What do domestic client have to do now. How/ who can they pass it onto
Same as client
The responsibilities are normally passed to the contractor or principle contractor
Or it can be passed to the PD with written confirmation”
What would be in a site induction
“It covers all risk on site:
Fire exits Evacuation procedures PPE requirements Operating hours Site specific risks Site rules"
What would be in a site induction
“It covers all risk on site:
Fire exits Evacuation procedures PPE requirements Operating hours Site specific risks Site rules"
What risks have you come across on site
"Site traffic Slips trips falls Dust Fire Working at height Crane=over head working Moving plant"
What would be part of your desktop risk assessment
Identify Hazards
Decide who will be harmed and how
Evaluate risk and take precautions to prevent them
Record the risk assessment
Review and update risk assessment throughout job”
What is a hazard
Hazard: something that could potentially cause harm.
What is a risk
Risk: the degree of likelihood that harm will be caused
What has the CLC operating guidance been
“It provides site operating procedures for operating safely during the pandemic to reduce transmission;
Safe travel Safe access & Egress Hand washing Toilet procedures Mess area rules Close working rules Cleaning rules
It was withdrawn on the 4th April 2022
What is a SWMP
It is a site waste management plan to ensure as little waste as possible is going to the tip
When do you need a SWMP
When a scheme is over £300k
Does the RICS provide any guidance on health and safety
The RICS produces Surveying Safely
What is Surveying Safely
It sets out good practice and principles for H&S for members & firms
When should the client appoint a PD
As early as possible during the design process
What were the key changes to the CDM regulations in 2015?
”- CDM coordinator replaced with principal designer
- Notifiable projects with the F10 notice
- Domestic clients are no longer exempt
- simplified structure “
where would you see the F10 notice on site?
if a F10 notice is required, this should be clearly identified as the first thing you see when you arrive on site. When signing in
what does CSCS mean?
Construction Skills Certification Scheme
