Health and Safety (Submission) Flashcards
What PPE did you take to your inspection in Walthamstow and what were the associated risks?
Because it was an active site I took a High vis, steel toe-capped boots and a safety helmet.
What is a key takeaway/chapter from the RICS Guidance Note: Surveying Safely?
It provides good practice principles for the management of H&S for firms and members.
It addresses the concept of a ‘safe person’.
RICS members have a duty to advise on Asbestos and Fire Safety.
Firms must provide a safe working environment, equipment and competent staff.
What are your company’s lone working procedures?
buddy system
Open diary access/ details
mobile phone
personal attack alarm
don’t tend to go alone where possible
What does the cover of RICS Surveying Safely look like?
RICS logo
Title
Date
White blocks stacked at different levels.
What is the 5-step approach for an H&S risk assessment?
- Identify = HAZARD
- who is at risk
- assess the likelihood = RISK (RICS Surveying Safely risk matrix y= severity of outcome and x = likelihood of occurrence)
- note it down
- Review it. (get rid, mitigate)
What is the main legislation for Asbestos and what are the main principles?
Control of Asbestos (2012).
Identifies common ACM
What is an EWS1 form and when is it needed?
It is a certification that a qualified professional has assessed for safety in line with government guidance of the External Wall System of a Property.
all multi-occupancy buildings of any height need one although they are not designed for hotels. I would look at the Guidance Note for valuers (2021) to assess if the building requires one.
If a building has a significant proportion of cladding and vertically stacked balconies it will need one.
What is deleterious material and can you give me some examples?
Something which deteriorates over time.
Asbestos
Lead
Chlorides
When is an H&S policy required?
When a company has over 5 employees.
Why is H&S important?
It is important for my own protection and others. Whilst it is also legislation and part of my company policy.
What is the Health and Safety Executive?
They police the H&S at work Act (1974).
What are the key principles of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)?
- Employers must ensure the safety of their employees at work.
- Risk assessments must be undertaken.
- must report injuries.
What is Savills H&S policy?
- adequate training
- adequate PPE
- Risk Assessment
- monitoring of accidents
What is the Hackitt Review?
Undertaken in 2018 following Grenfell, 11th June 2017.
Independent review of building regulations for fire safety specifically focused on multi-storey resi buildings.
DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND ONGOING MANAGEMENT.
What is the key legislation for fire safety?
The Fire Safety Act (2021) and Building Safety Act (2022).
What are the key takeaways from the Fire Safety Act (2021)?
Identifies the responsible person = employer/ occupier of the property. Or the owner if vacant. they must assess, manage and reduce fire risk posed by structures, external walls and common areas.
What are some examples of actions which should be taken by the ‘responsible person’ under The Fire Safety Act (2021)?
- residents have suitable fire safety instructions
- evacuation plans in place and regularly updated
- regular lift inspections which are reported to the fire and rescue services.
What is the Building Safety Act (2022)?
Provided residents and homeowners with more rights, powers and protection through a framework to ensure compliance by applying tougher penalties.
There must be a clear pathway on how residential buildings should be constructed, maintained and made safe.
What are the fines under the H&S (offences) Act (2008)?
max. £20,000 and 12 months imprisonment.
Any works to asbestos must be undertaken by who?
Licensed contractor.
Non-licensed work must be notified to the Helth and Safety Executive who polices H&S.
What are some common ACM?
- roof sheeting and tiles
- asbestos cement
- insulation
- guttering and drain pipes
What insurance should a company take out in terms of Health and Safety?
Employers Liability insurance and Public Liability.
What are the two types of asbestos surveys?
Management
Refurbishment
What are the key principles of the construction (Design Management) Regulations (2008)?
It is legislation to ensure health and safety during construction/development.
Identifies the Duty Holder as the principle designer, contractor and client.
