Module 7.1 Flashcards
Who are duty holders?
- Employers
- Employees
Everyone is responsible for the upkeep of health and safety in the workplace.
What are the two types of FOD?
- External
- Internal
Advice and information regarding Health and Safety are produced in the form of what?
- Industry Guidance INDGs
- Health and Safety Guidance HSGs
Guidance on how to comply with HS regs.
Who creates INDGs and HSGs?
Health and Safety Executive HSE
If a company has 5 or more employees does the HS policy have to be written down?
Yes it does.
What does ACOP stand for?
Approved Codes Of Practice
How do ACOPs differ from INDGs and HSGs?
They have legal status and provide practical advice on how to comply with HS regs.
If someone is prosecuted for a breach of HS procedures and did not follow an ACOPs, what must be done?
The employer must prove they complied to the HS procedures another way or the court will find that person at fault.
What regulation requires employers to put arrangements in place to control HS risks?
HS at work 1999
What provides guidance for leaders, owners, trustees and line managers on how to implement and oversee an organisations HS arrangements?
HSG65
What are the 4 parts that HSG65 give guidance on?
- Core elements of managing HS
- Deciding if done what needs to be done
- Delivering effective arrangements
4.Useful resources
What INDG outlines the use of PPE at work?
INDG174
Who must pay for PPE?
The employer
Who is responsible for using PPE?
The employee is responsible for their own.
What is the PPE regulation?
PPE at work regulations 1992
What does the PPE regulation require, in regards to use and storage ?
- Properly assessed before use
- Maintained and stored properly
- Instructions on how to use safely
- Used correctly by employees
What is a piece of PPE marked with if it is in accordance with regs?
All PPE products marked with a CE
What INDG outlines respiratory protection equipment?
INDG479
What does PUWER 1998 stand for?
Provision and Use Of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Under HSWA 1974 employees have a responsibility to whom?
Themselves and to each other
Those with responsibilities under the HSWA are called?
Duty holders
The HSWA is regulated by?
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
How does the HSE provide advice and information?
Using INDGs and HSGs
Through what means does the HSE provide practical advice on how to comply with the law?
Approved Codes of Practices ACOPs
What regulation requires employers to put arrangements in place to control health and safety risks?
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Who must have a health and safety policy?
All employers
What leaflet provides guidance on PPE?
INDG 174
The use of barrier creams will minimise the development of what?
Dermatitis
What regulation places duties on people and companies who own, operate, or have control over work equipment?
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
Why can employers be prosecuted under PUWER?
As it is supported by an ACOP
What regulations cover aircraft jacks?
LOLER and PUWER
What leaflet provides guidance on COSHH?
INDG 136
What does MSDS stand for?
Material Safety Data Sheet
The MSDS is required by which regulation?
UK Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Regulation
What document is produced from the MSDS?
The COSHH assessment
What does manual handling mean?
Transporting or supporting a load by hand or bodily force
What regulation prevents death or personal injury to any person from electricity?
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
With an electric shock what determines the severity of the injury?
Magnitude, duration and path of current through the body
What is the regulation regarding manual handling?
Manual Handling Operation Regulations 1992
What should be done before use of compressed gases?
Purging of the system
What is the purpose of purging?
To rid of contaminants in the hose. These could cause corrosion
Compressed air in the work is supplied at what psi?
80psi
When not using a pneumatic system what should be done?
Disconnect the air line
If oxygen comes in contact with oil or grease what can occur?
Spontaneous combustion
What must be ensured about pressure gauges?
Within calibration dates
Why must the aircraft be grounded before refuelling?
To eliminate ignition sources
What two things are low in fuel?
Flash point and volatility
Are there tools used only for oxygen related tasks?
Yes there are.
What lubricants can be used in oxygen related tasks?
Only use of approved lubricants
What solutions must be used to clean oxygen systems?
Oil-free solutions
What check must be done before charging oxygen breathing systems?
Smell check
What must all oils and chemicals have to make them allowed for use?
MSDS
What standardises the required accompanying documents for all hazardous chemicals?
Global Harmonised Standards GHS
What are the 3 elements of the fire triangle?
Oxygen, heat and fuel
What does DSEAR 2002 stand for?
Dangerous Substances and Explosives Atmosphere Regulations 2002
What does DSEAR 2002 outline?
Requires employers to assess the risk of fires and explosions arising from work activities.
What type of fuel are class A fires?
Wood, paper and fabric
What type of fuel are class B fires?
Petrol, oils and lubricants
What type of fuel are class C fires?
Flammable gases
What type of fuel are class D fires?
Metals
What type of fuel are class F fires?
Cooking oils and fats
What class fires can water extinguishers be used on?
Class A fires. Make class B worse
What class fires can carbon dioxide extinguishers be used on?
Class B, can also be electrical
What class fires can dry powder extinguishers be used on?
Called ABC extinguishers. Can be used on electrical up to 1kV.
What class fires can foam extinguishers be used on?
Class A and B
What class fires can wet chemical extinguishers be used on?
Class F and A
What class fires can halogenated hydrocarbon extinguishers be used on?
Class B and C. Can be used on A and D but are less effective
Are halogenated hydrocarbon extinguishers still produced?
No. Due to clean air act 1994.
Can halogenated hydrocarbon extinguishers be purchased?
Yes recycled ones can.
What damage to humans can be caused by halogenated hydrocarbon extinguishers?
Asphyxiation
What extinguisher has a cream label?
Foam
What extinguisher has a yellow label?
Wet chemical
What extinguisher has no coloured label?
Water
What extinguisher has a blue label?
Powder
What extinguisher has a black label?
CO2
What is the difference between and accident and an incident?
Accident actually happened and an incident nearly happened.
What does COSHH stand for?
Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health
When is an MSDS needed?
When a chemical is hazardous, or materials that contain a small amount of hazardous materials.
How are often are MSDSs updated?
Every 3 years unless new data comes out.
What must a risk assessment cover?
How accidents and ill health can occur. Concentrating on real risks that are most likely and which will cause the most likely harm.
If there is a chemical spill what 4 steps should be taken?
- Alert and evacuate
- Secure the space
- Confine the chemicals
- Clean up
What must be done to drains if a spill is nearby one?
Drain must be covered to stop water being contaminated.
Name 4 precautions that must be taken when working with electricity?
- Don’t work with wet hands or feet or in a wet are
- Use pneumatic tools
- Ensure undamaged insulation
- Don’t dangle wires over sharp edges
- Never trail wires through liquids
- Only use approved electrical equipment in hazardous areas
- Equipment checked regularly
What is important to remember when recharging compressed gas systems?
- Purge the lines
- Ensure all connections are tight
- Increase pressure in small increments to ensure the gas doesn’t get hot and give incorrect readings
- Check calibration of gauge
