NGC1 Gen Flashcards
Outline the 4 types of safety signs
1 Prohibition
Circular sign with a white background with red borders and a black symbols, they give instructions to NOT do something.
Example no smoking sign.
2 Mandatory
Blue background with white borders and symbols, they. Give instructions that you MUST do something.
Example must wear safety boots.
3 Warning
Warning signs are triangular, with yellow backgrounds and black borders and symbols. They WARN of a particular hazard or risk.
Example slippery floor signs from cleaners.
4 safe condition
Safe condition signs indicate a place of safety or a safe route to follow. They are rectangular and have green backgrounds, with white borders and symbols.
Example First aid station.
Powers of inspectors
Enter premises at a reasonable time.
Take a police officer or authorised person.
Request premises to be left undisturbed.
Take measurements, photographs & recordings.
Dismantle or test any articles / substance.
Take possession of any articles or substance.
Take samples.
Seize, destroy render harmless any article / substance which is a source of imminent danger.
Interview any persons, get a signed declaration.
Access to reasonable facilities and assistance.
Inspect and take copies of any records.
Anything else necessary to enable the inspector to carry out their duties.
Advantages and disadvantages of an internal auditor carrying out a H&S audit.
Advantages:
Less expensive
Auditors already familiar with the workplace and what is practicable for the industry
Can see changes since last audit
Improves ownership of issues found
Builds competence internally
Familiarity with the workforce and individuals
Disadvantages:
Auditors may not notice certain issues
Auditors may not have good knowledge of industry or legal standards
Auditors may not possess auditing skills so may need training
Auditors are not independent so may be subject to internal influence
Advantages and disadvantages of an external auditor carrying out a H&S audit.
An external auditor
Advantages
Independent of any internal influence
Fresh pair of eyes
Already has audit experience
May have wider experience of different types of workplace
Recommendations often carry more weight
More likely to be up to date with legal requirements.
Disadvantages
External auditors are expensive
Time- Consuming
May not understand the business so make impractical suggestions
May intimidate workers so get incomplete evidence
Identify the minimum requirements for first aid provisions.
Adequate
Facilities
Equipment
Personnel
Outline what an organisation should consider when assessing its first aid requirements.
Hazards associated with the workplace.
Level of risk.
Accident and ill health history.
Total number of employees.
Vulnerable groups, e.g. young workers, trainees, disabled.
Geographical spread of workplace.
Shifts and work patterns, possible sickness and other absence.
Distance to emergency services.
Remote working, lone working, travelling employees.
Employees working at other employers sites.
Members of the public.
Facilities required for first aid.
Dedicated first aid room (if appropriate).
Suitable lighting, heating and ventilation if a room is supplied.
Chair/bed and appropriate equipment within the room.
Sink, soap, drying facilities.
Clinical waste bin.
Accident book.
Phone.
Suitable signage.
Identify first aid kit contents.
Should have:- Plasters. Eye pads. Triangular bandages. Large & medium dressings. Safety pins. Sterile wipes. Shears. Gloves. Eyewash and an advice leaflet.
Must not have:-
Tablets or medicines including antiseptic creams.
Personal factors for first aiders.
Willing to accept being a first aider.
Be able to cope in stressful situations.
Be physically fit.
Good communication skills and awareness of their limitations e.g. fear of blood is a common limitation.
Identify the possible content of the arrangements section of a health and safety policy.
Risk assessment.
Health and safety training.
Monitoring health and safety performance.
Contractor selection and management.
Communication and consultation with employees.
Safe systems of work / permit to work.
Disciplinary Procedures for non compliance.
Emergency procedures.
Accident reporting and investigation.
Personal protective equipment.
First aid.
Visitor safety.
Welfare facilities.
Environmental controls, e.g. waste.
Arrangements for control of specific hazards e.g. hazardous substances, manual handling, transport, machinery etc.
Key features of an audit
A lengthy process, examining the whole management system.
A full, compressive report is produced.
Involves internal / external auditors who observe, interview and review documents.
Requires detailed planning, and carried out infrequently.
Considerable resource and effort required.
Key features of an inspection.
Shorter timescale, simple observation of workplace.
Less detailed, can be carried out by supervisors / safety reps.
Short report / checklist.
More frequent and less time and resource than an audit.
Gives early indication of declining standards.
Identify the 4 C’s in a health & safety culture.
Competence
Control
Communication
Co-operation.
Identify factors influencing safety culture.
Accident rate Absenteeism Sickness rates Staff turnover Level of health & safety compliance Complaints from staff and customers
Identify the H&S policy sections
Statement of intent
Organisational Responsibility’s
Arrangement of implementation
