Health and Safety Flashcards
When does health and safety apply?
At all times, not just when on a building site.
Who is in charge of health and safety on site?
The principal contractor. Though all owe a duty of care to the health and safety of themselves and others.
CLC stands for?
Construction Leadership Council. It draws upon businesses across the industry to improve health and safety in construction.
What does CSCS stand for?
Construction Skills and Certification Scheme
How long are CSCS cards valid for?
Typically five years.
CDM stands for?
The Construction Design and Management regulations 2015.
What is an F10?
It is a notification to the HSE of construction works.
What does the HSE stand for?
Health and Safety Executive.
Relevant H&S legislation?
Health and Safety at Work act 1974.
What does the H&S at work act 1974 do?
Primary piece of legislation for keeping employees safe and securing welfare in the UK.
What RICS guidance notes are available for this topic?
RICS Surveying Safely Guidance Note.
What do RAMS mean?
Risk Assessment and Method Statement.
RAMS purpose?
Risk Assessment is undertaken to identify (and where possible eliminate) risks, and then a Method Statement is prepared to control residual risks.
Management tools for H&S on site?
Toolbox talks.
Safety leadership tables.
Acknowledgements and prizes.
Typical preconstruction pack content?
Project description
Site information
Any risks / hazards identified
Any survey information
Client requirements
Welfare details
