H&S Flashcards
What are the different types of asbestos?
There are three main types of asbestos, called Chrysotile, Amosite and Crocidolite, also known as white brown or blue.
What are the CDM Regulations?
These regulations are a set of health and safety regulations in the United Kingdom that apply to construction projects. They aim to improve health and safety in the construction industry by promoting a coordinated approach to managing health and safety risks throughout the lifecycle of a construction project.
What is the purpose of the HSE?
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is a regulatory body responsible for promoting and enforcing health, safety, and welfare at work. Its primary purpose is to protect the health, safety, and well-being of workers and the public by ensuring that employers meet their legal obligations in terms of workplace safety. The HSE sets standards, provides guidance, conducts inspections, investigates accidents, and enforces health and safety laws in various sectors.
What is an F10?
- The F10 form is used to notify the HSE of the project.
- It should contain:-
o The address of the construction site.
o The name of the local authority where the site is located.
o A brief description of the project and the construction work it entails.
o Contact details for the client and Principal Contractor.
o It should give an indication of the time allowed by the client for the PC to plan and prepare for the construction work
o It should provide a planned date for the start of work, duration of construction phase and give a number of people at work on site at any one time.
What would you find in the Construction Phase Plan?
- A Project description.
- Processes for management of the works including site inductions, training, communication, welfare facilities, design coordination, site rules and emergency procedures.
- Arrangements for controlling significant site risks such as handling of deliveries, working at height, deep excavations, preventing falls, site segregation, maintenance of plant and equipment, removal of asbestos, reducing noise and vibrations and manual handling.
What would you find in the H&S File?
- H&S information that is useful for the planning of future works or maintenance.
- This comprises:-
o A brief description of the work carried out.
o Any residual hazards which remain and how they have been dealt with for example surveys or other information concerning asbestos, contaminated land, water bearing strata and buried services.
o Key structural principles for example, bracing and sources of substantial stored energy.
o Hazardous materials used for example lead paint, pesticides,special coatings which should not be burnt off.
o The nature and location of significant services, including underground cables, gas supply equipment and fire-fighting services.
What are residual risks?
Construction projects involve various activities, such as excavation, working at heights, handling heavy machinery, and working in potentially hazardous environments. Despite implementing safety measures and controls, residual risks may still exist due to factors such as unforeseen circumstances, changes in site conditions, human error, or limitations in risk control measures.
What does CSCS stand for?
Construction Skills Certification Scheme.
What is a risk assessment?
- A risk assessment is simply a careful examination of what, in your work, could cause harm to people, so that you can weigh up whether you have taken sufficient precautions or should do more to prevent harm.
- The law does not expect you to eliminate all risk, but you are required to protect people as far as ‘reasonably practicable’.
What are the core Principles of Surveying Safely (2nd Edition 2019)?
RICS Surveying Safely is a set of guidelines developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of surveyors and those involved in surveying activities. The guidelines aim to promote safe working practices and mitigate risks associated with surveying tasks.
The key aspects of RICS Surveying Safely can be summarized as follows:
Risk management: The guidelines emphasize the importance of risk assessment and management to identify potential hazards and implement appropriate control measures. This includes assessing risks related to the site, environment, and specific surveying tasks.
Health and safety policies: RICS recommends establishing clear health and safety policies and procedures within surveying organizations. These policies should address issues such as personal protective equipment (PPE), work at height, electrical safety, and safe handling of hazardous substances.
Competence and training: Surveyors should possess the necessary competence and skills to carry out their tasks safely. Employers are encouraged to provide regular training and development opportunities to ensure surveyors are up to date with the latest health and safety practices.
Collaboration and communication: Effective communication and collaboration between surveyors, clients, and other stakeholders are essential for maintaining a safe working environment. The guidelines emphasize the importance of clear and open lines of communication to ensure everyone involved is aware of potential risks and appropriate safety measures.
Well-being and mental health: RICS recognizes the importance of supporting the well-being and mental health of surveyors. It encourages employers to provide resources and support to help surveyors manage stress and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Technological advancements: RICS Surveying Safely acknowledges the role of technology in enhancing safety in surveying activities. It highlights the potential benefits of using remote sensing technologies, drones, and virtual reality for reducing risks and improving efficiency.
Overall, RICS Surveying Safely provides comprehensive guidance to surveyors and organizations involved in surveying activities, ensuring that health and safety considerations are prioritized throughout the surveying process. By following these guidelines, surveyors can minimize risks and promote a safe working environment for themselves and others.
What is a PCI and what would you find in it?
“pre-construction information” means information in the client’s possession or which is reasonably obtainable by or on behalf of the client, which is relevant to the construction work and is of an appropriate level of detail and proportionate to the risks involved, including—
(a)information about—
(i)the project;
(ii)planning and management of the project;
(iii)health and safety hazards, including design and construction hazards and how they will be addressed; and
(b)information in any existing health and safety file;
What is a Principal Designer?
The Principal Designer must plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety during the pre-construction phase (design and planning stage) of a project involving, or likely to involve, more than one contractor.
What is a Principal Contractor?
The principal contractor must plan, manage, monitor and coordinate health and safety during the construction phase of a project involving, or likely to involve, more than one contractor.
What is a client’s duties under CDM?
The client must make suitable arrangements for managing their project, enabling those carrying it out to manage health and safety risks in a proportionate way.
How would you identify asbestos?
It can’t be fully identified, without testing, however it was used in many applications pre-2000 (before it’s use was banned) This includes pipe lagging, wall boarding, textured wall finishes, roof panels etc.
