H&S Flashcards
Level 1 - H&S
What does a H&S file include?
- Brief description of the works
- Any residual hazards not eliminated through design and construction
- Structural information
- Hazardous material
- Location, nature and markings of significant services’.
- As built drawings
- H&S information about removing or dismantling plant.
Level 1 - H&S
What are the differences in role between PD and the Designer?
- PD Plan, manage, monitor and co-ordinate H&S in the pre-con phase of a project
- Designer are to reduce, eliminate or control forseeable risk that may arise when preparing their design.
Level 1 - H&S
What are the differences in role between in PC and the Contractor?
- PC Plan, manage, monitor and co-ordinate health and safety in the construction phase of a project
- where as, the Contractor does the same but for construction works under their control
Level 1 - H&S
What are the differences in role between Clients and the Worker?
- Client should make suitable arrangements for managing the project
- where as, the Workers should be consulted on matters that affect their H&S & welfare
Level 1 - H&S
How was the project notified?
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Level 2 - H&S
How have you evaluated a H&S project delivery proposal?
- Examining their working methodology and logistics, ensuring they deliver the works safely.
- For the purpose of scoring the quality aspect of the tender criteria
Level 2 - H&S
Tell me about how you ensure good health & safety practices whilst visiting site.
- Inform my employer of location and time of site visit
- Sign the visitors register when entering and departing site
- Sit site induction
- Introduce myself to site manager
- Wear appropriate PPE
Level 1 - H&S
What are the key differences between H&S at work Act 1974, CDM15 and the HSE?
- CDM15 covers the management of H&S and welfare when carrying out construction projects
- HSE is a independent body that ensure occupational H&S risks are being properly controlled
- HSAWA 1974 sets out general duties which employers have towards employee & members of the public.
Level 1 - H&S
What are the key documents required to be in place under CDM15 and their benefits?
- Pre-construction information – informs prospective contractors bidding for work of the H&S welfare requirement
- Construction Phase Plan – details how the contractor will manage the works safely during the construction phase plan
- H&S file – forms part of the PCI, includes H&S risks that should be considered for subsequent projects
Level 1 - H&S
What legislation governs H&S in construction?
- H&S ACT 1974
- Building Safety Act 2022
- Construction Design Management Regulations 2015
- Fire Safety Act 2021
- Equality Act 2010
Level 1 - H&S
What are the penalties for breaching the H&S Act?
- Verbal or written advise
- Improvement or prohibition notices
- Prosecution
Level 1 - H&S
What are the penalties under the H&S Act 1974?
It’s dependant on the breach and what section of the Act it falls under.
Level 1 - H&S
What are the principles of H&S?
- Secure H&S and welfare for people at work
- Protect others against risk to h&s arising from work activities
- Control dangerous substances
- Control emissions into atmosphere
- Employer must have H&S document detailing H&S structure
Level 1 - H&S
Name seven points of PPE?
- Hard hat
- Goggles
- Gloves
- Mask
- Steel toe cap boots
- Hi-Vis
- Ear defenders
Level 1 - H&S
Under CDM15, who are the key duty holders?
- PD
- PC
- Client
- Contractor
- Workers
