LO1 Flashcards
What is a hazard?
Something that could potentially harm someone or something that could cause an adverse effect on health.
What is a risk?
The chance of harm occurring.
How to do manual handling correctly?
Using the correct procedures when physically moving any load by lifting, putting down, pushing or pulling.
Name all types of hazards (9 types).
Environmental
Biological
Chemical
Psychological
Physical
Musculoskeletal
Working conditions
Working practices
Lack of security systems
Name 3 types of environmental hazards
Worn or damaged equipment
Uneven flooring
Trip hazards
Furniture
Slip hazards
Name 3 types of biological hazards.
Medical or other waste products not disposed of correctly
Poor levels of hygiene
Spread of infection and disease
Name 3 types of chemical hazards.
Medicines incorrect dose
Wrong medication
Cleaning materials
Incorrectly stored
Name 3 types of psychological hazards.
Bullying in the workplace
Stress
Fatigue
Long hours working
Coping with challenging behaviour
Name 3 types of physical hazards.
Excessive loud noise at work
Radiation from loud electromagnetic rays
Ringing in ears
Deafness
Name 3 types of musculoskeletal hazards.
Repetitive stress injuries
Muscular aches and pains
Manual handling of equipment
Muscle injuries
Display screen equipment incorrect posture
Badly positioned screen
Name 3 types of working conditions hazards.
Temperature
Noise levels
Travelling long distances (causing stress and tiredness)
Name 3 types of working practice hazards.
Excessive working hours
Lack of supervision for new staff
Using hoist incorrectly
Lack of concentration
Name 3 types of lack of security systems hazards.
Door locks
Alarm systems
Monitoring visitors
Security
Name 3 types of hazardous activities.
Assisting someone out of a wheelchair
Cleaning
Dressing wound
Helping someone out of bed/bath
Lifting heavy equipment
Using a hoist
Violent or abusive service users
Name 3 practical hazards.
Broken furniture / toys
Clutter
Extension cords
Poor lighting
Rugs
Stairs
Uneven flooring
Wet floors