health and safety Flashcards
what dies HSE stand for and what do they do?
health and safety executive
independant watchdog for work related health and safety and illness to reduce work related deaths and injuries
what does RIDDOR stand for
reporting of incidents, diseases and dangerous occurences
what is criminal law
covers crime or minor offences where the accused is presumed innocent until proved guilty beyond reasonable doubt and cases are heard in a crown court
what is civil law
disputes between individuals
in a county court in front of a magistrate and more serious cases in a high court
what is ACOPs
approved codes of practice for high risk activity such as x-rays
what is SOPs
standard operating procedures dependant on local facilities
what insurance is required for veterinary practice
employers liability, public liability and professional negligence
what does MHSWR stand for
mangement of health and safety at work regulations 1999
what is PUWER
provision and use of work equipment regulations
how many employees does a business need to have to have to provide written safety information
5
why are risks more likely with students
immaturity, lack of experience and lack of awareness
regulation 6 states that a competant person must be appointed to assist the employer to comply wit obligations - who is this at langford
bill millard
what regulation states that employees must inform their emplyer of anything wrong with health and safety regulations
12
what regulation covers pregnant women and nursing mothers
13
when would you not be required to produce a medical certificate for excusing someone from work
pregnant women from night work in certain conditions
