HSWA Flashcards
Section 2(1)
Case
To ensure so far as reasonably practicable HSW of all employees
Definition of Res Practicable
Edwards vs NCB 49
Collapsed bridge
Section 2(2) Part A
A Plant
Maintenance of plant and systems of work
Section 2(2) Part B
Biohazard
Storage and transport of articles and substances
Section 2(2) Part C
Inc Case
Communication
Instruction, training and supervision
R vs Swan Hunter shipbuilders 82
Ship fire oxygen hose
Section 2(2) Part D
Doors
Place of work is in safe condition includes access and egress
Section 2(2) Part E
Environment
Facilities and welfare
Section 2(3)
Safety Policy
5 or more employees
Specifies how each individual complies with the Act
Section 3
Inc Case
3rd Parties
Ensure not exposed to risk
Provide info
(R v Swan Hunter Shipbuilding) 82
Ship fire oxygen hose
R v Porter 08
boy fell down steps
Section 4
Floor
The premises
Premises used by non employees
Select management Ltd v Westminster Council 84
Section 6
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Supply Chain
Designers, Manufacturers, Importers, Suppliers
Design, Constructions, tested, examined, adequate info,
Includes substances don’t pose any health risks
Section 7
Lucky number 7
Employees lucky to have job
Someone under contract of employment
Take reasonable care of Themselves
Section 8
Gate - Horsing around
Interfered or misuse
Intentionally or recklessly misuse anything for H&S
Section 9
Nein
No cost to employees safety gear
Section 20
Powers a Plenty Powers of inspectors Any time perceived danger turn up and enter Examine and investigate Enforce H&S law Take samples
Section 33
Enter a Plea
Breaches of H&S
Mag Court
Fine, 6 months, or both
Conviction or indictment
Crown court
Fine, 2 years, both
£200 a day fine for none compliance of improvement/prohibition notice
