Hazards - Controls & Planning

Question 1

Name 7 common workplace hazards.

Answer 1

1) Ground conditions: e.g. pavement condition, slopes/ramps/inclines/underground services.
2) Overhead hazards: e.g. Elec power lines, bridges.
3) Poor lighting
4) Surrounding structures e.g. buildings/obstructions
5) Traffic e.g. pedestrians, vehicles and other plant.
6) Weather e.g. wind, lightning and rain.
7) Forklift instability e.g. overloading, irregular loads, poor load placement.

Other hazards include:
— Dangerous materials

Question 2

Name 9 task related hazards.

Answer 2

1) Characteristics of the load.
2) Adequate and safe communications
3) Access and egress to the work area
4) Location and specific details of the task
5) Permits that may be required for the task
6) Equipment requirements and availability
7) Forklift capacity
8) Method of attachment
9) Blind spots - due to corners, the mast or the load

Question 3

What 3 factors comprises risk analysis?

Answer 3

1) Consequence (outcome of the event occurring)
2) Likelihood (Chance of the event occurring)
3) Risk Level (the combined result of the 2 above)

Question 4

List the Hierarchy of Hazard Control (6 different types of hazard controls) in order from most effective to least effective:

Answer 4

EVERY SUNDAY I EAT APPLE PIE

E - ELIMINATION
S - SUBSTITUTION
I -  ISOLATION
E - ENGINEERING CONTROLS
A - ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS
P - PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Question 5

List 6 hazard control measures to protect pedestrians, other workers, vehicles or mobile plant.

Answer 5

1) Use a flag person to control traffic
2) Set up flashing hazard lights
3) Set up warning signs and barriers
4) Set up pedestrian/vehicle exclusion zones
5) Organising hoardings, gantries or scaffolding
6) Following Traffic management plan procedures
7) Adequate lighting (especially if working at night)

Question 6

What are 5 things you should think about before starting a job?

Answer 6

1) Selecting correct equipment
2) Ground conditions
3) Work area ventilation
4) How much room you have to work in
5) The type of load

Question 7

What is a hazard?

Answer 7

A hazard is a thing or situation with the potential to cause harm or damage.

Question 8

What is a risk?

Answer 8

A risk is the change of a hazard causing harm or damage.

Question 9

Who can you consult about hazards or risks (7 options) and why?

Answer 9

1) Safety officers
2) Site engineers (where applicable)
3) Supervisors
4) Colleagues
5) Managers who are authorised to take responsibility for the workplace or operations
6) Health & Safety Reps
7) WH&S Committee members

These people may have information about site hazards and hazard controls that can/should be implemented to manage the risks.

Question 10

List 3 pedestrian type control measures you could implement before you start work.

Answer 10

1) Using a safety observer (spotter)
2) Setting up barricades and traffic control to keep the area clear
3) Placing pedestrian controls (barricades, signs etc) to limit the number of people in the area.
4) Insulate power lines
5) Set up additional lighting in an area
6) Wear the correct PPE e.g. hi-vis clothing and non-slip work boots