Unit B (Construction)

PART 2
Health and Safety
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1.1 Describe the responsibilities in a working environment

1.2 State the importance of reporting accidents and near misses
1.3 Understand a typical accident reporting procedure
1.4 State who is responsible for making accident reports.
1.5 Identify safety and warning signs
2.1 Describe the causes of accidents in the workplace
2.2 Associate potential causes of accidents at work
2.3 Describe the safety triangle and its importance
3.1 Identify the correct PPE for tasks within the workplace
3.2 Examine PPE to confirm its integrity for continued use
3.3 Explain the reasons why the identified PPE is required
4.1 Define the term “working at height”
4.2 State the employee’s responsibility under current legislation and official guidance whilst working at height
4.3 List hazards / risks in the workplace associated with working at height
4.4 State how hazards/ risks associated with working at height can be controlled
4.5 State the regulation that controls the use of suitable equipment for working at height
5.1 State the purpose of Risk Assessments and Method Statements
5.2 Be able to read, understand and follow a risk assessment
5.3 State the legal requirements for Risk Assessments and Method Statements
5.4 State common causes of work related fatalities and injuries
5.5 State the implications of not preventing accidents and ill health at work
6.1 List the major causes of fires in the workplace
6.2 Identify the different types of fire extinguishers
6.3 Describe when the different types of fire extinguisher should be used and by whom
7.1 List the main points of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations and why is it
important to correctly store them
7.2 List possible substances hazardous to health under current legislation
7.3 List common risks to health that these substances could affect
7.4 State the type of hazards/ risks that may occur in the workplace linked with the use of drugs and alcohol
7.5 State the important of hygiene at work both for the environment and personal

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Q13) What is the purpose of a Method Statement and how does this assist in ensuring the safety
of workers where moving plant is used?
(ref; B – 5.1, C – 5.4)

Q14) What are the implications of not preventing accidents and ill health at work? (ref; B – 5.5)

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Q15) Circle at least 6 hazards then make a list of them together with the associated risk giving
each one a Risk Rating between 1 and 5 . (ref; B – 4.3, 5.4 C 6.1, C 6.2)

Give a likely hood rating of 1 (lowest risk) to 5 (highest risk / fatality)

Risk
Hazard
1) ______________________( )
1) _______________________
2) ______________________( )
2) _______________________
3) ______________________( )
3) _______________________
4) ______________________( )
4) _______________________
5) ______________________( )
5) _______________________
6) ______________________( )
6) _______________________

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Q16) Complete the diagram below and list the major causes of fires in the workplace
. (ref; B – 6.1)

Major causes of fire

1) ________________________________________________________

2) ________________________________________________________

3) ________________________________________________________

4) ________________________________________________________

5) ________________________________________________________

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(ref; B – 6.2, 6.3)

Q17) Fill in the table above to show when the different types of fire extinguisher
should be used and state who should use a fire extinguisher below.

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Q18) What is the full title C.O.S.H.H, describe why is it important for correct storage
and complete the signs below (ref; B – 7.1, 7.2, 7.3)
Full Title and year

Describe

Hazard Hazard Hazard

Example Example Example

Hazard Hazard Hazard

Example Example Example

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Q19) Match material to related hazard and then write a specific place to be found
(ref; B – 7.3 C – 1.3, 4.1)

Hazard and Risk Item Where can it be found

Splinters and dust are created when this natural

product is cut which can cause breathing
problems and minor injuries.
These small items are usually hammered or
screwed into materials and have sharp points or
edges. They can cause a number of cuts,
abrasions or more serious injuries.
This product has a glue in it which when the
product is cut can cause breathing problems as
the dust gets in to the lungs.
This can cause burning and irritation to the eyes
and also leave chemical burns on skin

Some types of this product contain solvents

which can cause an irritation if inhaled or
swallowed.
This substance is used in plumbing operations
and can burn the skin if still hot.

This element is present in old paint, flashings and

old water pipes. If absorbed into the body it can
cause brain damage.
Some people may have played with toys made of
this when younger.
This material has been banned from use. It can
cause lung and breathing problems as the fine
fibres become stuck in lung tissue.

SOLDERS ( 1 ) FIXINGS ( 2) ASBESTOS ( 3 )

LEAD ( 4 ) LIME ( 5 ) PAINTS ( 6 )

MEDIUM DENSITY FIBRE BOARD ( MDF) ( 7 ) SAWN TIMBER ( 8 )

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Q20) What type of hazards and risks may occur in the workplace linked with the use of drugs
and alcohol (ref; B – 7.4)

Hazard Risk and to who?

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Q21) State the importance of hygiene at work both for the environment and the individual
(ref; B – 7.5)
Environmental

Personal

Q22) List 4 facilities that have to be provided and what condition they must be in. (ref; B – 7.5)

Facility Condition
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Site Manager
EXAMPLE David Smith
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Site Office Picture Questions

Q23) Who is the SITE MANAGER (ref; B – 1.1)

Q24) How many PROHIBITION signs are there and what do they state: (ref; B – 1.4)

Q25) What items of P.P.E must be worn? (ref; B – 3.1)

Q26) Name two types of signs that are missing from the picture? (ref; B – 1.5)

i)_________________________________ii)____________________________________

Q27) What must all visitors do? (Remember the video ‘Setting Out’)

Q28) What is the first thing you should do when entering a site?

Q29) What would you expect to happen next?

Q30) What is a tool box talk?

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