Health And Safety + Law Flashcards
What penalties can be handed out for health and safety breaches
The penalties that could be handed out are fines, site shut down or a prison sentence
What safety equipment is needed in construction
Hearing protection, eye protection , repository protection, head protection, safety footwear, hand protection and visibility clothing
Why is safety protection important in construction
It can decrease the likelihood of injury and even death
What is public liability insurance
Public liability insurance covers claims made against your business by clients, contractors and the public for accidental injury or damage to their property
Why is public liability insurance important
It can protect your company or yourself from massive insurance claims or prison sentences
How can you reduce noise and emissions from plant on site
By putting acoustic moveable barriers in place to manage levels of noise pollution, turn off plant when not in use, ensure employees are wearing PPE. Turn on and off at certain times.
To reduce emissions you could youse smaller generators so they don’t release as much emissions.
Why are safety signs important in construction
They communicate helpful information that can help decrease injury and fatality rates
What is the provision of The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 PUWER
place duties on people and companies who own, operate or have control over work equipment. PUWER also places responsibilities on businesses and organisations whose employees use work equipment
