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Under HASAWA, who is responsible for health and safety at the workplace?
the employer and the employees
ACOPs
approved codes of practice
when working with asbestos, which material is least likely to contain it?
wooden frames
COSHH
Control of substances hazardous to health
How many colours of of asbestos is there?
3
Which of these is a common hazard on construction sites?
tripping hazards
what does PPE stand for
Personal protective equipment
blue circle with a white symbol
mandatory sings
What cancer do you get from asbestos?
Mesothelioma
what does HSE stand for?
Health and safety executive
What is the first step to comply with COSHH?
Asses the risk
HASAWA
Health and safety at work act
What year was health and safety at work act developed?
1974
What colours are asbestos?
white, brown, blue
Where can i find asbestos?
Any industrial or residental builing or refurnished before the year 2000
What signs indicate behaviour is prohibited?
Prohibited sings
What sings make people aware of possible danger?
warning signs
What is a common risk in a workplace?
Blocked pathways
What is the purpose of health and safety (HSE) guidance notes?
to provide technical advice on how to comply with laws
Three common types of PPE
hard hat, work boots and safety goggles
Hot work must not be carried out in a work location in which
Naked flames must not be used
A fire involving flammable gases is categorised as
Class B
When mechanical lifting situations such as the use of mechanical lifting devices are encountered during plumbing work activities, which one of the following regulation applies?
Lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998
It is necessary to regulate draw-off rate of gas from LGP cylinder because
Too high a rate of draw off can cause control valves to become frozen