NGC 1 Element 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What barriers get in the way of good standards of health and safety?
A
Time Poor management attitude Lack of planning Unrealistic targets Lack of competence Pressures from management Conflicting demands and changing priorities Complexity of organisation Empires within an organisation Poor equipment Lack of staff Work relationships etc...
2
Q
What are the main reasons for maintaining good standards of health and safety?
A
Moral
Legal
Financial
3
Q
Name of the moral reasons for good health and safety in the workplace?
A
Accidents cause harm and even death
Inflicts pain and suffering on employees or others
4
Q
Name the insured costs?
A
Injury
Ill-health
Damage
5
Q
Name the uninsured costs?
A
Product and material damage Legal costs Emergency supplies Cleaning up site Production delays Temporary labour Lost orders Investigation time Fines Loss of expertise Damage to equipment Cost investigations
6
Q
What are the key facts about employers liability insurance act 1969?
A
Minimum of £5 million insurance cover
Penalty of £2500 per day for not having insurance
Certificate must be displayed in the workplace
