Health and Safety

Question 1

What types of hazards can be presented in fieldwork?

Answer 1

• adverse weather conditions
• difficult terrain
• problems associated with isolation
• contact with harmful organisms

Question 2

What is risk?

Answer 2

the likelihood of harm arising from exposure to a hazard.

Question 3

What are control measures?

Answer 3

Control measures include appropriate equipment, clothing, footwear, and means of communication.

Question 4

Describe risk assessment.

Answer 4

• Risk assessments involve identifying hazards associated with the activity, assessing the risk and clearly outlining control measures that will be put in place to minimise risk to individuals involved.
• This should also include control measures to minimise risk to the environment or organisms in the area to be investigated.