Health and Safety Flashcards
1
Q
What is HASAWA?
A
Heath and Safety at Work Act 1974
2
Q
What is PUWER?
A
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulation 1998
3
Q
What does PUWER cover?
A
The use of power tools and electrical equipment
4
Q
What is RIDDOR?
A
Reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulation 2013
5
Q
What is COSHH?
A
Control of substances hazardous to health 2002
6
Q
What is PPE?
A
Personal Protective Equipment
7
Q
What is CDM?
A
Construction Design and Management Regulation
8
Q
What is the aim of HASAWA?
A
To ensure everyone is safe at work
9
Q
What must an employer have if they have 5 or more employees?
A
A written health and safety policy
10
Q
Does HASAWA just cover people at work?
A
No, It covers anyone that may be effected by work activities i.e. members of the public
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