Health And Safety Flashcards
When was the consumers right act established?
2015
What is the consumers right act?
Protects customers against faulty goods, unreasonable services and unfair terms
What do the consumers right act enable?
It allows customers to seek refunds, replacements or repairs
If the promise doesn’t live up to reality
what BSI stand for?
British standard institution
When’s BSI awarded?
If quality, manufacturing and products meets standards
What’s does the lion mark indicate?
Quality and safety where in mind during design
Code of practice was followed
What are the codes of practice?
- ethically made
- safely manufactured
- sustainability improved
What does the CE mark indicate?
Product meets the EU safety and environmental requirements
What does the CE mark ensure?
Consumer safety
What is the toy regulations?
Deals with all aspects of toys
What should a toy have if indented for children beneath 36 months?
No chocking hazard
Must fit entirely in a cylinder
What must toy manufacturers do?
- safety assessments
- manufacturing information on packaging
- includes instructions
- investigate and record any complaints
What does the consumers act cover?
- faulty goods
- faulty digital content
- when services don’t match
What is the purpose of health and safety at work?
• provide a safe place
• provide safe equipment
• properly train staff
• provide proper facilities
• carry out risk assessments
What was the CE replaced with in 2021?
UKCA
Because we left the EU
