HSWA (1974) Flashcards
HSWA
Employer- responsible to provide safe environment
Employee - safety for themselves and others
Risk assessment
(VSA)
Visual sight assessment
Risk assessment- iD hazard
Who and how
Control measures
Record + communicate
Review
RIDDOR
Report injuries diseases, dangerous occurrences and regulations
COSHH
Control of substances hazardous to health
Man made and naturally occurring
MHOR
20kg max
Mechanical assistance
Other people
Break it down
PUWER
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.
Equipment is maintained,
Equipment is fit for purpose.
PPE
Gloves, trousers, boots, hart hat, visor, ear protection, first aid, non snag clothing
CNWR
Control of noise work regulations
85dB must wear ear protection
80-85 risk assessment
CVWR
Control of vibrations work regulation
Hand arm vibration syndrome
Each equipment has max use time
Calculator on website
Chainsaw safety features (11)
Scabbard, chain and bar, exhaust, front hand guard, chain brake, chain catcher, anti vibration mounts, rear hand guard, safety throttle, on off switch, safety stickers
Spark Plug
Black is bad, too rich. White is not enough oil. Brown is good.
Check if threads are damaged.
Check gap between electrode and rim 5mm.
Exhaust
Reduce noise and emissions.
Inspect. Check for damage
Secure.
Air filter
Prevents debris entering carburettors and helps maintain correct air/fuel ratio.
Clean with compressed air or tap it.
Sprockets
Rim and Spline,
Star
Clutch
Provide drive to chain.
Inboard - remove the circlip and washer. Remove the sprocket. Remove the sparkplug and insert the piston stop tool. Remove the clutch block and springs (clockwise).
