Health And Safety Flashcards
What does the abbreviation COSHH stand for and what does it cover?
Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health
Covers the use, storage and emergency procedures of fuels and chemicals.
What does the abbreviation LOLER stand for and what does it cover?
Lifting Operations Lifting Equipment Regulation covers lifting and all hazards to do with working aloft
What does the abbreviation HSWA stand for and what does it cover?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 covers safety as a whole from you and your employers responsibility’s to general housekeeping.
What does the abbreviation RIDDOR stand for and what does it cover?
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, Dangerous Occurrences Regulation. covers when and how to report near misses and injuries
What does the abbreviation PUWER stand for and what does it cover?
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulation covers how equipment is stored, tested and used.
what 6 things must your employer do under HSWA?
- a safe working environment
- safe access and egress from the workplace
3.appropriate training and instruction
4.infomation to employees to ensure their safety
5.safe machinery and material handling - a written H&S policy
what is the definition of PPE
Personal Protective Equipment is defined as all equipment worn or held by a person at work which protects them from one or more risks
what are the 4 requirements for PPE?
- check before use
- maintained and stored properly
- instructions on proper use
- correctly used by the employees
what does gloves, gauntlets, wrist cuffs and armlets protect you from?
Abrasion
temperature extremes
cuts and punctures
impact
chemicals
electric shock
skin infection
disease
contamination
what does goggles and face visors protect you from?
chemical or metal splashes
dust
projectiles
gas and vapour
radiation
what does breathing apparatus and face masks protect you from?
dust
gas and vapour
oxygen deficient environments
what are the 4 requirements for equipment under PUWER?
1.suitable for use
2.safe for use and well maintained
3.only used by trained persons
4.safety measures and markers in place
what is considered a hazardous substance?
substances used directly in work activities
substances generated in work activities
naturally occurring substances (grain / dust)
biological agents
what are the 15 sections of a hazard data sheet?
1.Identification of the substance/preparation & the company
2.Information on the ingredients
3.Hazard identification of the product
4.First aid measures
5.Fire fighting measures
6.Accidental release measures
7.Handling and storage
8.Exposure controls and personal protection
9.Physical and chemical properties
10.Stability and reactivity
11.Toxicological information
12.Ecological considerations
13.Disposal considerations
14.Transport information
15.Regulatory information
section 8 is the most important
under COSHH 2002 what must the employer do?(8)
- asses the risks
- decide what precautions to use
- establish control measures
- ensure control measures are used
- monitor exposure levels
- health surveillance
- plan work procedures
- train all employees in safe use of chemicals
what are the requirements under LOLER?
equipment is:
inspected before and after use
right for the job
safely marked
and work must be planned
what PPE is used for slinging operations?
Overalls
DMS boots
Hard hat
Hi-vis vest
what do we do to make lifting safe?(5)
use lifting aids when possible
lift in stages
keep the load close to the body
keep your view clear
do not twist the body
what injures are reportable under RIDDOR 1995?(7)
fractures excluding fingers or toes
dislocation of shoulder, hips or spin
lose of sight
burns to the eyes
electric shock
injuries that require hospital admission
acute illness that require medical attention
who do you report injuries to?
line manager or department rep
must be work related
define risk
the likely hood of a accident
define hazard
the cause of a accident
what is the definition of confined space in the RN?
a enclosed space
kept closed
with no ventilation for 24hrs
what compartments are considered confined spaces?(8)
fuel tanks
fresh water tanks
ballast tanks
machinery sumps
gear casing
heat exchangers
watertight compartments
sewage treatment plants
what are the hazards of a confined space?
gases
vapour
fuel
depleted oxygen levels
what is the name of the gas meter used in confined spaces?
leader multi gas monitor
what is the procedure before enter a confined space?
the space must be:
cooled
force ventilated for 24 hours
gas levels tested
be issued a gas free certificate
if the space is not under the proper gas level it must be ventilated for 12 more hours then test again and this is repeated until the space is gas free
what is the PPE required for a vented fuel tank?
overalls
DMS boots
barrier cream
paper coveralls ( for dirty tanks)
what are the precautions for confined spaces?(7)
no smoking
safety sentry at entrance
maintain communication
life line attached to workers
breathing apparatus for the sentry
gas monitor carried
means to summon help
what compartments have restricted access?(7)
Inflame stores
paint shop
fruit and veg store
refrigeration plant rooms
battery shop
magazines
hydraulic plant rooms
what are the requirements for entering a refrigeration plant room?
inform rating in charge of the compartment
man below tally
Breathing apparatus out side space
exhaust fans on
no smoking
test IRLDS before entrance
trapped personnel lamp outside
safety number outside
check door mechanism works
what is the definition welding/burning?
welding
gas burning
brazing
use of blow lamps
grinders
and any job using heat for repair
what PPE is required for a welding sentry?
welding goggles
stored pressure fire extinguisher
fire blankets
surcoat
what must be done before welding/burning?
remove all combustibles
cover electrical insulation
cover what can not be removed
what must be done after welding/burning?
welder waits 20 mins then inspects for fire risk then signs log book
welding sentry waits 30 mins then inspects for fire risk then signs log book
DEMSR to sign the log book
must not leave before 30mins after works
what are the requirements for working in a machinery space?
check hazard log sheet
select the correct PPE
get permission
inform the Senior rate of the compartment
use the peg in and out system
what materials can lagging be made of?(10)
Asbestos
Calcium silicate
Nilflam
Rockwool
Sealfas
Foamseal
Fibre glass rope
Armouring (Portland dust)
Power Plastic Cement (Calcium silicate fibres- known as slackers)
Modlag
what PPE should be used when working with lagging?
disposable overalls
skull caps
respirator
DMS boots (ovies not to be tucked in)
gloves
goggles
what are the precautions for working with lagging?
work during the silent hours
restrict access and spread of dust
a dust free certificate must be obtained once work is done
why do we us Tag out lock out systems?
to isolate and inhibit equipment to reduce risk
what areas are considered aloft?
all masts
funnels
ship superstructure and aerials excited by other ships
submarine conning towers
divers down
what are the two parts the hazard state board?
part A
shows all systems that need isolating before work begins
part B
storage for keys or fuse that isolate equipment
controlled by the OOD or OOW
what are the precautions for RADHAZ?(2)
deck areas around aerials is to be marked with a yellow circle
warning signs for high radiation must be displayed on deck
what are the precautions for divers down?(6)
shaft brake ON and locked
steering gear isolated
any underwater discharge near dive sit isolated
all sonar turned off and locked off
cathodic protection locked off
CPP system isolated
why is the LOTO system important?
As it prevents systems being energised or pressurised with out the knowledge of the person working that system
