health and safety

Question 1

what is HASAWA?

Answer 1

HASAWA( health and safety at work act) holds the requirements for the management of health and safety at work and others.

Question 2

who does the health and safety work act cover?

Answer 2

• all people at work
• the self employed
• the general public
• all people and activities

Question 3

when was HASAWA introduced?

Answer 3

1974

Question 4

how much people does and employer have to hire before the health and safety work act has to be followed?

Answer 4

5.

Question 5

define what an act is in construction?

Answer 5

An act is a compulsory rule that are legally enforceable and must be followed to avoid

Question 6

what are HSE guidance notes

Answer 6

set of instructions written by a health and safety executive to help workers interpret and understand what is required by the law so they can comply with it

Question 7

what does ACOPs stand for?

Answer 7

Approved codes of practice.

Question 8

What is the role of a HSE inspector

Answer 8

• make sure workers are complying with the health and safety law
  -give guidance and advice on work or process
• take photos and samples
• seize evidence
• issue notices
• prosecute

Question 9

what is ACOPs

Answer 9

A set of notes that give examples on how to comply with the law.

Question 10

what does HASAWA ensure for workers?

Answer 10

All workers must be given PPE.

Question 11

what are the responsibilities of the members on the construction team ?

Answer 11

• The protection of themselves and others from risk at work
• the control of dangerous substances
• the control of dangerous emissions

Question 12

what are the health and safety penalties for non compliance

Answer 12

20,000 pounds fine
6 month imprisonment