Work Act Flashcards
Regulations require that PPE is
Properly assessed before use, maintained and stored properly, provided with instructions, used correctly
Gloves, gauntlets, wrist cuffs, armlets should be worn to protect from
Disease, impact, chemical, temperature extremes, electric shock
Boots must be worn to protect from
Electric shock, disease, chemicals, impact
Goggles must be worn to protect from
Dust, gas/vapour, radiation
Puwer
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
Puwer requires that equipment provided for use at work is
Suitable for intended use, safe for use, used by people who have received the correct information
Correct PPE for slinging is
Overalls, hard hat, high vis vest, boots
Correct lifting techniques
Lift in stages, bring load to knees then lift up to carrying position middle of load should be lined with waist. Hold object close to your body, make sure load doesn’t block sight, don’t twist body
Riddor
Report of Injuries, Disease and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations