Health And Safety 80% Flashcards
What is the health and safety work act 1974
I covers all the rules u must follow
Applies to everyone
What are the key regulations
Maintenance of the salon and equipment
Ventilation, temp, lighting
Salon hygiene
Workspace
Condition of floor
Water supply
Aria to rest
Toilet
Windows
What 3 things do you need to do when handling a heavy object
Lift the delivery load in the correct way
If it is heavy ask for help
Split the box up if you can
What dose PPE stand for
Personal protection equipment
What must the employer do regarding PPE
They must provide PEE
They must replenish PEE
They must train the staff how to use PEE correctly
Must identify when to properly use PEE
What must the employees do regarding PPE
They must report any damage or loss of PEE
They must wear PEE when required
They must examine PEE befor wearing it and make sure it’s in good condition
They must clean and store PEE after use
What dose COSHH stand for
The control of substances hazardous to health regulations
What word do you use related to COSHH
SHUD
What dose SHUD stand for
S - storage
H - handling
U - use
D - disposal
What are the employees responsibilities for COSHH
You must follow the instructions of the manufacturer product
Store chemicals in a cool dry place away from sun light
Follow the instructions of how to disposeing it properly
Handel the product safely
What are the rules when handling equipment with electricity
Understand the instructions befor using it
Always switch of the electricity before plugging or unplugging something
Use dry hands
Make sure it looks clean and is in good condition
Report any damaged items
What dose RIDDOR stand for
The reporting of injuries, disease and dangerous occurrences regulations
What rules must you follow when RIDDOR happens
If a client/staff member is injured or killed on the premises you must take them to the hospital
If a staff member is unable to do their full rage of duty’s for three days
If a doctor says you have a disease
When something bad could of happened but didn’t
What is a hazard
Something that has potential to cause harm
What is a risk
Is the likelihood of the hazard coming true