BC2, Module 1.3: Construction oHS Legislation And Hazard Management Flashcards
(19 cards)
What are the consequences of failing to uphold the duty of care?
Failing to uphold the Duty of Care can result in severe consequences such as legal action, fines and reputational damage.
What js the purpose of the OHS legislation?
It protects the health and safety of workers and the public in and around construction sites.
It does this by setting out key responsibilities for employers, workers and other stakeholders.
The key components of OHS legislation
- Duty of Care: The legal obligation to ensure the safety of others in the workplace. This applies to employers, employees and contractors.
- Safe work practices: Guidelines and procedures designed to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Reporting and record keeping: Requirements for documenting incidents, inspections and training activities.
Why is it important to comply with the OHS legislation?
To ensure the safety of myself and others.
A safe work environment contributes to productivity, morale and overall project success.
What are the responsibilities of workers, employers and supervisors under the Duty pf Care?
- Employers: must provide a safe working environment, adequate training, and the necessary resources for workers to perform their tasks safely.
- Supervisors: are tasked with overseeing daily operations to ensure compliance with Safety procedures and protocols.
- Workers: are required to follow established safety practices and report any hazards or unsafe conditions.
Give 3 safe work practices?
- Using PP
- Folleing site rules: Adhering to signage, traffic management plans and access restrictions
- Reporting hazards: Identifying amd communicating potential risks ensures the can be managed effectively.
What are the steps in risk management?
- Identifying hazards: This is the systematic examining of the worl environmen, tools and procedures to find potential risks.
- Risk assessment: Determining the likelihood these hazards will cause harm and evaluate the severity of the potential outcomes.
- Implementing controls: Introducing measures to eliminate or minimize risks.
- Review and Monitor: Regularly reviewing risk management practices to ensure their effectiveness amd making adjustments if necessary.
What is risk management?
Risk management is the process of identifying hazards, assessing the risk they pose and implementing control measures to eliminate or minimise the hazard.
Risk Assessment involves evaluating….
- the likelihood of the hazard causing harm
- the severity of potential outcomes
- the frequency amd duration of exposure to the hazard
What are some risk control measures?
- Elimination: removing the hazard completely, such as using an automated equipment to reduce manual lifting.
- substitution: Replacing a Hazardous material/process with a safer alternative, like using toxic paints
- Engineering controls: Isolating people from the hazard through design and modifications, such as installing ventilation systems to reduce dust exposure.
- Administrative controls: Changing the way people work, such as implementing safety procedures or training programs.
- PPE: providing protective gear to rediluce the impact of exposure to hazards.
Explain why risk management is not a one time activity
Risk management requires continuous monitoring and improvement. Construction sites are constantly changing and new hazards can emerge.
Common hazards on construction sites
- Falling Objects: tools, materials or debris can fall from heights
- Electrical hazards: Exposed wiring, faulty equipment, and contact with power lines can cause electric shock or fires.
- Slip and trip dangers: Uneven surfaces, misplaced tools, debris, wet areas can lead to slips, trips, and falls.
How does the hazard of falling objects arise and how do we mitigate it?
Cause: poor tool/material handling or inadequate securing of tools and equipment at height.
Control measures:
- install guardrails and toe boards
- secure tools amd materials using lanyards or netting systems.
- require workers to wear hard hats at all times on site
How do electrical hazards arise and how do we mitigate them?
Cause: can arise during installation of temporary power systems or from failing to inspect and maintain electrical equipment.
Control measure:
- regularly inspecting and maintaining electrical tools and equipment
- using Ground Fault Circuit Interupters (GFCI) to prevent electrical shocks
- Marking and isolating live power lines
How do slip amd trip hazards arise and how do we mitigate them?
Cause: Poor housekeeping practices or by environmental factors like rain or mud
CM:
- Maintain a clean and organized work site, ensuring tools and materials are stored properly
- Identify amd repair uneven surfaces or potholes promptly
- Provide anti slip mats and ensure proper drainage to manage wet areas.
Why is risk management important?
It identifyies and address hazards before they lead to incidents
Examples of Engineering controls include…
- Installing guardrails amd safety nets to prevent fall from heights
- implementing a ventilation system to control airborne contaminants
- designing machinery with safety interlocks amd automatic shut off systems.
Examples of Administrative controls…
- Implementing clear signage and labeling to warn of hazards
- provide comprehensive safety training for all workers
- scheduling regular safety inspections amd audits
- enforcing work/rest schedules to prevent fatigue related incidents
Effective hazard control requires ongoing ___________ and ____________.
Evaluation and adaptation
