Health and Safety Flashcards
What must RICS regulated firms ensure they provide?
Under the RICS Guidance Note: Surveying Safely - Health and safety principles for property professionals 2018 -
- a safe working environment
- safe work equipment
- safe systems of work
- competent staff
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What is the most prominent Health and Safety legislation for the employers and summarise what is requires?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, as amended
- duty to every employee to ensure, so far as practicable, the health, safety and welfare of all employees
- the sector is policed by the Health and Safety executive
- must report injuries and dangerous occurrences
- must have and review a risk assessment (if over 5-employees)
What is a hazard?
Anything that has the potential to cause harm e.g. a wet floor
What is a risk?
The probability or likelihood that someone will be harmed e.g. slipping on the wet floor
What is a risk assessment and when would you need one as an employer?
Under the H&S at Work Act 1974, a risk assessment is required when you have 5 or more employees.
1 - hazard identification
2 - identify the people at risk
3 - evaluate risk, considering likelihood and severity and what measures can be implemented to reduce that risk
4 - record findings on a suitable form
5 - review the risk assessment regularly
6 - circulate the risk assessment
What is a method statement?
A document detailing the hazards involved and step by step guide of how to do the job safely, including control measures
What should be included in a H&S policy document?
1 - policy setting out employers commitment to H&S
2 - details the organisations H&S structure, with roles and responsibilities
3 - a risk assessment
4 - details of planning, implementation and control measures
What is RIDDOR?
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995
Following 7 days of incapacitation, the injury must be reported to HSE within 15 days from the date of the accident.
Employers must keep a record of all 3-day plus injuries
An accident book must be kept for a minimum of 3-years after an occupations accident or injury
What legislation covers gross breaches of duty of care that lead to a persons death?
Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007
Unlimited fine or imprisonment
What is an employers fire safety responsibilities?
Fire Risk Management Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- the responsible person (occupier) is responsible for fire safety
- must be fire precautions in place following risk assessment
- staff training
- fire risk assessment
- regular review
- precautionary measures should be implemented (fire alarm system, fire-fighting equipment, safe exit-routes, emergency lighting)
Why was the Fire Safety Act 2021 implemented?
Grenfell
The responsible person of a residential building must reduce the risks imposed in the structure, external walls and any common areas of the building.
The fire service can now take enforcement action against responsible persons who fail to comply
What duty of care due you owe to authorised occupiers?
Under the Occupiers Liability Act 1957, those in control of a premises, has a duty to see that a visitor will be reasonably safe using the premises for the purposes for which he is invited or permitted by the occupier to be there.
Trespassers are covered by the Occupiers Liability Act 1984
What is asbestos and what types are there?
Asbestos is an insulating material which can cause serious health problems and fatal diseases if disturbed as it releases toxic fibres which lodge in the lungs. It causes 5,000 deaths per year.
Types -
- Brown
- Blue
- White
What are the requirements of asbestos under legislation?
Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 -
Asbestos management plan in place, must review regularly
Demolition / refurbishment survey when necessary
Licenced removal usually required
Any unlicensed work should be notified to HSE
