Health and Safety (Level 2) Flashcards

1
Q

Explain how you ensure the security of your personal possessions on site?

A

Bring only essential items
use locked storage
keep belongings within sight
wear clothing with zipped pockets
follow site security rules

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2
Q

Explain how you ensure your personal safety on site?

A

Conduct risk assessment
Wear PPE
Check site access requirements
Stay aware and vigilant on site
Follow emergency procedures
Follow RICS Surveying Safely

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3
Q

Tell me about how you ensure good health & safety practices whilst on site?

A

wear PPE and check site rules
Sign in and follow safety procedures
Be vigilant
Avoid working alone if possible - use buddy system
follow RICS surveying safely

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4
Q

Tell me about when you have used PPE on an inspection?

A

A construction site
I wore a hard hat and steel toe capped boots and a high visibility jacket

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5
Q

What would you do if you suspected asbestos existed on a site inspection?

A

Stop work immediately
Do not touch or attempt removal
Report concerns
Check asbestos survey/register
Seek specialist advice
Follow RICS and HSE guidance

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6
Q

Tell me about any specific precautions you would take when inspecting a dilapidated property

A

Risk Assessment
PPE
Stay safe distance
Check Structure
Avoid unsafe areas
Ensure safe access
Report hazards

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7
Q

What hazardous materials have you come across in your work?

A

Mould/damp - instructed for a dehumidifier to be installed - sought expert advice

Lead paint - sought specialist advice

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8
Q

Office Building - Cheapside

Did you undertake a desktop inspection?

A

Yes, studied floor plans and looked at tenancy schedule and photos

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9
Q

Why is it important to understand a property before inspection?

A

Identify potential hazards and risks
prepare with the right tools and PPE
Ensure compliance

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10
Q

What PPE did you take when inspecting Cheapside?

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Steel toe capped boots, High vis, Hard Hat Goggles

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11
Q

Tell me about your clients health and safety policy (Cheapside)

A

Risk assessments
PPE requirements
Site safety plan
Training and supervision
Regular inspections

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12
Q

Who is responsible for your safety on site?

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Everyone

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13
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Office Building - High Holborn

What was the purpose of the tenants meetings?

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To update on building matters

To listen to tenant concerns

To discuss the service charge

Health and Safety matters

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14
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High Holborn - How did you inform the building manager?

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Over email and call

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15
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High Holborn - did you ensure that it was rectified following the meeting?

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Yes

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16
Q

High Holborn - did you follow up with the tenants? How did you inform them?

A

Yes - this was discussed in the meeting

17
Q

What is the key legislation for asbestos?

A

Control of asbestos regulations 2012

RICS PS Asbestos,2021

18
Q

Types of asbestos?

A

Ammosite (brown) banned 1985
Crocidolite (blue) banned 1985
Crysotile (White) banned 1999

19
Q

Is it a criminal offence to breach the H&S at Work Act 1974?

A

Yes it is a criminal offence. HSE enforces the law

20
Q

Explain your understanding of the Fire Safety Act 2021?

A

Following the Hackitt Review post Grenfell

Applies to all residential premises in England and Wales

Requires a responsible person to assess, manage and reduce fire risks

External walls, doors and balconies fall under the Fire Safety Order 2005

Puts legal duty on building owners/managers

Strengthens enforcement post-Grenfell especially in multi-occupied buildings

21
Q

What is RIDDOR

A

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

Must report these to HSE or local authority within 15 days from the date of the accident

Trigger date is over 7 days incapacitation

22
Q

What are the 5 steps needed to manage risk

A

Identify hazards and people at risk

Assess the risks

Control the risks

Record findings

Review

23
Q

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

A

Arose following the Grenfell and Hackitt Review

Improved building safety - particularly in high rise residential

Registration of high risk building

Establishes principle accountable persons

Golden thread of information - Digital record of safety info

Phased implementation

24
Q

What is the structure of Surveying Safely 2018? (8)

A

Personal responsibilities for RICS members and firms

Assessing hazards and risks

Workplace Health & Safety

Occupational hygiene and health

Visiting premises and sites

Fire safety

Residential property surveying

Procurement and management of contractors