Health and Safety (level 2)

Question 1

What is the key legislation when it comes to H&S

Answer 1

The H&S at work Act 1974

Question 2

Who is the H&S at work Act policed by

Answer 2

Health and Safety executive

Question 3

What does the health and safety at work act cover

Answer 3

1. employers responsibilities

2. empoyees responsibilities

Question 4

What are my responsibilities as an employee

Answer 4

1. To be familiar with the guidance
2. To act within level of knowledge/experience e.g dont try operate machinery etc
3. To wear the appropriate PPE
4. To ensure I report any H&S safety hazards I might see when onsite or in an office

Question 5

What is my employers responsibility

Answer 5

1. to ensure there is appropriate guidance
2. to provide appropriate/relevant training
3. to ensure PPE is readily available to those who need it
4. To provide a safe work environment

Question 6

What is the key RICS H&S guidance?

Answer 6

RICS surveying safety 2018

Question 7

What does RICS surveying safety cover

Answer 7

1. good practice principles
2. responsibilties of members and firms
3. things to consider when on site

Question 8

Explain how I might carry out a risk assessment

Answer 8

1. idenfity hazard
2. evaluate who is at risk
3. measure risk
4. record risk
5. follow up and review

Question 9

What are the three types of asbestos

Answer 9

1. white
2. blue
3. brown

(there are others but these are the main 3)

Question 10

How would I identify if a building has asbestos in it

Answer 10

1. check last inspection check report
2. check asbestos register
3. lastly go by building age and material used on site

Question 11

Where might you find asbestos

Answer 11

Asbestos was use commonly in construction material up till about 2000. So is could be possibly present in anything constricted before this time. Things like roof panels, pipes and insulation boards.

Question 12

What are the dangers of asbestos

Answer 12

it can cause asbestosis and lung cancer as well as other health issues.