M5 Health And Safety Flashcards
In terms of health and safety, what are the legislation are practices governed by?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
What does HSE stand for?
Health and Safety Executive
What is fire safety in the workplace governed by?
Fire Precaution (workplace) Regulations 1999
What is fire aid governed by in the workplace?
Health and Safety (first aid) Regulations 1981
What are classed as hazards under COSHH?
Toxic
Very toxic
Corrosive
Harmful
Explosive
Irritant
Flammable
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
What year was COSHH implemented?
1994
In what year did the Special Waste and Hazardous Waste Regulation come into place?
2005
What does ALARA stand for?
As low as reasonably achievable
What does RIDDOR stand for?
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrence Regulations
When did RIDDOR come into place?
1995
What does IRR stand for?
Ionising Radiation Regulations
What does IR(ME)R stand for?
Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations
When was RIDDOR last amended?
2013
When did the guidance booklet ‘Standards for the Dental Team’ come into effect?
Monday 30th September 2013
What are the specific roles identified within HTM guidance?
Registered manager
Decontamination Lead
Designated Person
What is principle 1 of the GDC standards?
Put patient interests first
What is principle 2 of the GDC standards?
Communicate effectively
What is principle 3 of the GDC standards?
Obtain valid consent
What is principle 4 of the GDC standards?
Protect patient information
What is principle 5 of the GDC standards?
Have a clear and effective complaints procedure
What is principle 6 of the GDC standards?
Work with colleagues in a way that serves in the patients best interest
What is principle 7 of the GDC standards?
Maintain, develop and work within your professional skills and knowledge
What is principle 8 of the GDC standards?
Raise concerns if patients are at risk
