Health and Safety Flashcards
What is the purpose of the RICS guidance note “Surveying Safely”.
A set of professional standards that outlines good practice principles for the management of H&S for firms and members.
It introduces concept of a “safe person” where everyone is responsible for surveying safely.
What are the 3 health affects associated with Asbestos?
1) Asbestosis
2) Lung Cancer
3) Mesothelioma (cancel in chest / abdomen)
What are the 3 types of asbestos?
1) Chrysolite
2) Crocidolite
3) Amosite
How is Asbestos identified and managed?
1) Management Surveys
2) Refurb and Demo Survey
What happens if Asbestos is discovered?
A licensed firm will either remove or protect it.
Where is asbestos commonly found in older buildings?
1) Cement gutters and downpipes
2) Floor and ceiling tiles
3) Corrugated roofs
4) Insulated boards
What is the name of the regulations the govern asbestos in UK?
Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
Are you aware of any professional standards issued by the RICS associated with asbestos?
Asbestos - 4th Edition - May 2021
When asbestos is found, what are the different methods for managing the material?
1) Remove
2) Encapsulate
3) Manage
What is the purpose of ‘Surveying Safely’?
The doc. sets our good practice for the management of H&S for RICS regulated firms and members. It encourages the concept of a “Safe Person”.
Is ‘Surveying Safely” an RICS regulation or Practice Information?
Practice information .
What is the concept of a ‘safe person’, as outlined in the RICS Surveying Safely 2018?
Everyone assumes behavioural responsibility for their own, their colleagues, and others’ health and safety while at work.
Can you list 5 H&S regulations applicable to a construction project?
1) Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
2) Management of H&S at Work Regulations 1999
3) Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015
4) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 (COSHH)
5) Working at Height Regulations 2005
What is the difference between a risk and hazard?
1) A risk is the likelihood of an accident happening
2) A hazard is the danger itself.
You say you have an understanding on asbestos and fire safety having undertaken training? What is your understanding on fire safety and awareness?
1) Governed by approved document B (Fire Safety)