Health and Safety Flashcards
What are the potential health effects of asbestos exposure
Asbestosis and mesothelioma
Which sign indicates a mandatory action in a construction site
Blue Circle with a White Symbol
What is an HSE inspector’s legal right when visiting a construction site
To enter without giving notice
Which of the following would result in a prohibition notice from an HSE inspector
Risk of serious personal injury
What is the consequence of failing to comply with a prohibition notice
A fine up to £20,000 or six months imprisonment
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
When working with asbestos, which material is least likely to contain it?
Wooden frames
What is the maximum fine for non-compliance with a court remedy order under health and safety laws?
£20,000
According to the HSE, how many plumbers die weekly from asbestos-related diseases?
Four
How many Plumbers die every week of asbestos?
Four per week
How many electricians die per week of asbestos?
six Electricians Die weekly of asbestos
why is it a good idea to report it if you find asbestos?
because its can course a deadly disease which could kill you in your later life
why was asbestos added to substances
Heat/Flame Proof Properties / Insulating Properties Strengthening Properties
what implications of asbestos can it Course
Scarring of the lungs known of asbestosis / Lung cancer known
as mesothelioma
What are the 3 Main types of asbestos
Chrysolite = White
Amosite = Brown
Crocidolite = Blue
when can asbestos used in?
Flues
Guttering
Soffit Boards
Pipe Insulation
Artex
Roof tiles
soil pipes
Plaster Coatings
Boiler gaskets
floor tiles
cold water cisterns
Corrugated roofing
Heat proof material
Ceiling tiles
what can asbestos be used in like mixed with?
it can be mixed with other materials, like cement which it harder to recognise.
why should you take care when working in old buildings before Year 2000
because they could still be present to asbestos.
what can asbestos course as a Risk.
they can course Widespread scarring of the lungs
Mesothelioma = A form of lung cancer
how long can asbestos be in your system and damage your body
it can remain dormant in your body for 20 Years before the illness gets worser which can end in death.
A fire involving flammable gases is categorised as?
Class C
When mechanical lifting situations such as the use of mechanical lifting devices are encountered during plumbing work activities, which one of the following regulations applies?
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
The Health and Safety Executive states
all hand tools used for plumbing or construction work should be regularly inspected at least once a week
Regular safety inspections should be recorded for
portable power equipment
Which one of the following can be checked for correct operation by pressing a button on the front of the device
Residual current device
Identify which of the following apply to persons under 18 years of age
not permitted to use any cartridge operated fixing device
Identify which of the following items must only be charged by a person holding the appropriate certificate?
An abrasive wheel on a bench grinder
It is necessary to regulate the draw-off rate of gas from an LPG cylinder because
too high a rate of draw off can cause control valves to become frozen
If toilet cleaning materials were added to a system that is being cleaned and disinfected
hazardous fumes could be produced
When working continuously with lead, which one of the following is likely to result where the appropriate precautions were not taken?
chronic illness
When working continuously in a situation where asbestos is present, which of the following is likely to result?
Chronic Illness
Extinguisher identification. What is the extinguisher shown filled in with?
Dry powder
In which of the following situations may it be necessary to take air samples?
when working in a public sewer
Which one of the following disused appliances is the disposal by tipping a controlled regulation?
Refrigerators
It would be necessary to take measures to protect a customer’s stair carpets when
replacing a bathroom suite on the first floor
When carrying out work on a private dwelling, it is necessary to liaise with your customer….
When carrying out work on a private dwelling, it is necessary to liaise with your customer….
Working in an environment where dry stone is in the air could result in…..
Silicosis
If a fire breaks out in a site store where LPG cylinders are stored, the first action to take is
set of any alarm or otherwise warn others to evacuate the building
A fire whose source is solid fuel is classed as
Class A
Identify which of following fire extinguisher types should not be used on a Class B fire
Water
With regard to fire fighting equipment, which of the following should be available at a work site
At least one 3kg dry powder OR 2kg carbon dioxide fire extinguisher
