NGC2 Gen Flashcards
Definition of Carcinogenic
having the potential to cause cancer.
Definition of Irritant
a substance that causes slight inflammation or other discomfort to the body.
Definition of Mutagenic
In genetics, a mutagen is a physical or chemical agent that changes the genetic material, usually DNA, of an organism and thus increases the frequency of mutations above the natural background level
Identify the 3 key sections of the H & S Policy.
Statement of intent.
Organisational responsibilities
Arrangements for implementation
Explain what is whole body vibration.
Whole-body vibration (WBV) is transmitted through the seat or feet of employees who drive mobile machines, or other work vehicles, over rough and uneven surfaces as a main part of their job. Large shocks and jolts may cause health risks including back-pain
Control measures for whole body vibration.
Select low vibration vehicles Good seat design, sprung/damped Level traffic routes Training Maintenance Job rotation Health surveillance limit the duration of exposure ensuring the work schedules have adequate rest periods.
Whole body vibration symptons
Fatigue Headaches Stomach problems Motion sickness Back pain Insomnia
Give the meaning of WRULD work related upper limb disorder.
WRULD is work related upper limb disorders.
This is a general term to describe problems with the neck, shoulder and arms, including the forearm, elbow, wrist and fingers.
Identify some WRULDs
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Tenosynovitis
Tennis elbow
Identify some WRULDs
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Tenosynovitis
Tennis elbow
Tendinitis
Identify symptoms of WRULD
Tenderness Aches and pains Restriction in joint movement Swelling Loss of strength Redness Reduced sense of touch and manual dexterity
Identify the basic health, welfare environmental needs that must be provided for.
A supply of drinking water Washing facilities and sanitary conveniences Accommodation for clothing Rest and eating facilities Seating Ventilation and lighting Temperature.
Identify occupations that are more at risk with violence.
Any task or activity that requires dealing with the general public.
Care providers ( nurses, home carers etc).
Education services (teachers).
Cash transactions or collections.
Work that represents authority ( police, traffic wardens, fire, ambulance, government inspectors).
Identify control measures for violence at work.
Training of employees
Provide employees with information on clients with a history of violent
Better seating, decor, lighting in public waiting rooms.
Physical security measures such as cctv, alarm systems, physical barriers, wide counters and raised floor on the employee side.
Use cheques, credit cards or tokens instead of cash.
Bank money more frequently and vary the route and timings.
Avoid lone working.
Good lighting on car parks.
Provision of security staff.
Identify the types of substances misused at work.
Solvents,
Illegal drugs
Misuse of prescription drugs
Alcohol
Identify control measures for substance misuse at work.
Clear policy on drugs and alcohol
Awareness training for staff and managers.
Encourage those with a problem to seek help.
Drug screening and testing
Confidential counselling and support.
Discipline as a last resort
Identify the Working at height hierarchy
Avoid working at heights
Prevent falls
Minimise the distance and consequence
Identify the Working at height hierarchy
Avoid working at heights
Prevent falls if working at height cannot be avoided
Minimise the distance and consequence of a possible fall
Identify types of access equipment
Ladders/step ladders
Scaffolds
Mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs)
Trestles staging platforms.
Identify control measures of falling objects
Brick guards
Netting or sheeting
Catch fans
Covered walkways
Barriers/signage
Safe method of getting tools / materials to the work platform e.g. platform
Safe removal of waste e.g. waste chute into covered skip
Identify Excavation hazards
Materials falling onto people working in excavations.
People and vehicles falling into excavation.
People being struck by plant
Ingress of water
Fumes from vehicles and plant (co2).
Lack of oxygen
Biological hazards, e.g. leptospirosis, drains/sewer, solid or liquid waste.
Identify control measures for an excavation
Support excavation with timbers Trench boxes Tiered ladders for access Battered or bench sides of excavation Waste stored away from sides Signs, barriers, edge protection PPE, hard hats, hi vis clothing Keep vehicles away use stop blocks Trained and competent plant operators. Backfill other excavations when not being worked on
Identify hazards with Safe movement of vehicles in the workplace
Collision with, plant, building, vehicle, pedestrians.
Define ergonomics
Ergonomics fits the job to the person not the person to the job.
