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What is a hazard?

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Something that can harm you or other people.

Hazards can include physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic risks.

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Define risk.

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The likelihood that a particular hazard will cause harm and how serious that harm would be.

Risk assessment often involves evaluating both the probability of an incident and its potential consequences.

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What is a control measure?

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A precaution that is put in place to minimise or eliminate risk.

Control measures can include safety equipment, training, and procedural changes.

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True or False: We carry out risk assessments all the time in our heads without realizing it.

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True

This often occurs subconsciously as we navigate daily activities.

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Fill in the blank: A _______ is something that can harm you or other people.

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[hazard]

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Fill in the blank: The likelihood that a particular hazard will cause harm is known as _______.

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[risk]

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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a precaution that is put in place to minimise or eliminate risk.

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[control measure]

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What does a risk assessment evaluate?

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The likelihood of a hazard causing harm and the seriousness of that harm.

This evaluation helps prioritize safety measures based on potential impacts.

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What should be recorded after completing a risk assessment?

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The findings of the risk assessment and how it is implemented

This includes any actions needed and comparisons to good practices.

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What is the purpose of conducting a risk assessment?

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To bring dangers to our attention and limit the risk of accidents happening

Risk assessments are essential before starting any activity.

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In what contexts are risk assessments typically completed?

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  • Practical subjects in schools using equipment
  • School trips outside of premises
  • Workplaces to ensure employee safety
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What are the five stages to consider when completing a risk assessment?

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  • Identify the hazards
  • Decide who might be at harm
  • Evaluate the risks and decide on appropriate control measures
  • Record the findings of the assessment
  • Review the assessments and make revisions if necessary
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How can hazards be identified in the workplace?

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  • Walking around the workplace
  • Asking employees for their input
  • Visiting the Health and Safety Executive website
  • Accessing guidelines for tools and equipment
  • Assessing long-term health hazards
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Who could possibly be harmed during a risk assessment?

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  • Workers with disabilities or special needs
  • Employees who may not be present all the time
  • Members of the public
  • Other employees
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What should be evaluated when deciding on control measures?

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What procedures and protective equipment are already in place to prevent harm

This evaluation helps in determining the effectiveness of existing measures.

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What is a crucial step after reviewing a risk assessment?

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To prioritise and address high-risk hazards first to avoid serious consequences

This ensures that immediate threats are mitigated effectively.

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Why are risk assessments considered important by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)?

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They are a legal requirement; failure to complete them can result in lawsuits and fines

The HSE is Britain’s national regulator for workplace health and safety.

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What are the main purposes of risk assessments?

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  • Meet legal requirements
  • Prioritise hazards and control measures
  • Prevent injuries or illnesses
  • Assess the effectiveness of existing control measures
  • Identify who is at risk
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What is one consequence of failing to carry out risk assessments?

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Increased risk of accidents

Without a risk assessment, there is no understanding of hazards and control measures or who may be at risk.

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What happens during health and safety investigations if no risk assessment is found?

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The company may face enforcement actions

HSE inspectors will decide on enforcement actions when they find no risk assessment in place.

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What types of enforcement actions can occur due to failing to conduct risk assessments?

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  • Verbal or written warning
  • Formal caution
  • Improvement notice
  • Prohibition notice
  • Prosecution
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What emotional consequences may arise from accidents due to lack of risk assessments?

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Emotional and physical trauma

People may suffer emotional distress due to an accident and long-term consequences.

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How can project delays occur as a consequence of failing to carry out risk assessments?

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Workers may need medical attention or time off work

This leaves the company without staff to complete the project.

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What financial consequences can arise from failing to conduct risk assessments?

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High fines may lead to company closure

Companies may not be able to pay high fines and could be forced to close.

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How can failing to carry out risk assessments affect a company's reputation?
Losing customers ## Footnote Accidents may damage the company's reputation, leading people not to want to use the company in the future.
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What is a pillar drill used for?
A pillar drill is used for drilling single holes in a range of materials where high accuracy is required. ## Footnote Common materials include softwood, hardwood, metal sheets, and different polymers.
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What control does a pillar drill provide to the user?
A pillar drill provides full control over different speeds depending on the materials being drilled. ## Footnote This allows for better adaptation to various drilling tasks.
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How can the drill depth be adjusted on a pillar drill?
The drill depth can be set to a specific millimetre, allowing for precise drilling of multiple holes at the same depth and angle. ## Footnote This feature is essential for consistency in projects.
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What are the potential hazards when using a pillar drill?
Potential hazards include eye injuries and hair or clothing getting caught in the machine. ## Footnote Safety precautions are necessary to prevent these injuries.
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What safety measures should be followed when using a pillar drill?
* Tie back long hair * Wear safety goggles * Tuck in loose clothing and roll back sleeves * Wear an apron to protect from debris * Ensure the drill bit is securely fitted in the chuck * Clamp workpiece in a suitable work vice or G-clamp ## Footnote These measures help mitigate risks associated with drilling.
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What does a risk assessment rating of 'Low (L)' indicate?
A risk assessment rating of 'Low (L)' indicates little or no impact to a person or the company. ## Footnote This rating reflects minimal safety concerns.
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What does a risk assessment rating of 'Medium (M)' signify?
A rating of 'Medium (M)' signifies an activity that has a risk that could cause an impact, but not a serious one. ## Footnote This requires some safety measures but is not critical.
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What could a 'High (H)' risk assessment rating lead to?
A 'High (H)' risk assessment rating could lead to life-changing damage to a person or reputational damage to the company. ## Footnote Activities with this rating require strict safety protocols.
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What are finishing tools used for?
To get a specific finish on any surface ## Footnote Finishing tools are often used in the last stage of a manufacturing task.
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What is the purpose of finishing in manufacturing?
To protect workpieces or for aesthetic reasons ## Footnote Finishing can also remove excess materials, blemishes, and smooth surfaces.
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What are the four categories of tools and equipment in engineering?
* Marking out tools * Modification tools * Joining tools * Finishing tools
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What are marking out tools used for?
To scribe lines, create centre punch, measure lengths, and mark off sections, angles, and circles ## Footnote They are often used in the planning stage of a manufacturing task.
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How do marking out tools contribute to manufacturing success?
By reducing the chance of mistakes ## Footnote Accurate measuring and marking out is key to ensuring the success of a task.
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What are the two types of metal modification tools?
* Single-point tools * Multi-point tools
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What is the primary function of single-point tools?
To get rid of extra material through cutting edges
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What processes are multi-point tools crucial for?
Grinding, drilling, and milling
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What do joining tools do?
They firmly hold materials together to form permanent or non-permanent joints
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What factors determine the choice of joining tools?
The type of joining required and the materials that are used
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What are some health and safety measures to consider when using hand and power tools?
* Avoid eye injuries due to flying bits of material * Prevent impact injuries due to hammers * Avoid cutting of hands or fingers * Check for damaged handles that can cause injuries
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What are some precautions to take before using tools and equipment?
* Inspect tools, equipment, and machines before use * Keep tools clean * Lock tools away when not in use * Use the correct tool for the job * Carry equipment with sharp edges away from the body
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What are quality control measures?
Sets of checks on the outputs during the manufacturing process to ensure quality standards are met ## Footnote Quality control measures include measuring the quality of outputs, determining if they meet accepted standards, identifying issues, and rectifying them promptly.
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What is the purpose of emergency power cut-off buttons?
Stops machinery quickly when there is a risk of injury or the workflow requires stopping ## Footnote Users should push the emergency stop button if they encounter difficulties on a machine.
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What color are isolation buttons typically signposted with?
Red on a yellow background ## Footnote Isolation buttons are found on machines or on the wall to ensure safety.
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What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE)?
To protect individuals from risks to their health and safety while at work ## Footnote The PPE at Work Regulations (1992) expands the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
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What type of footwear is recommended in industry?
Steel toe-capped boots ## Footnote These prevent heavy objects from damaging feet and provide sufficient grip on contaminated surfaces.
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When should safety glasses be worn?
When there is any risk of debris entering the eyes ## Footnote This includes using equipment like disc sanders, pillar drills, hand drills, and scroll saws.
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What is the function of guards on machines?
To prevent injuries from moving parts and to protect against cuts and flying debris ## Footnote Modern machines may have safety features that disable operation if guards are not in position.
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What is a safety zone?
An area marked on the floor where no one else should enter when a machine is in use ## Footnote Safety zones can also indicate where people can walk in factories and may show traffic flow or speed limits.
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What is the importance of workshop extraction systems?
To create a pollution-free environment that is clean, safe, and healthy ## Footnote Extractors filter out particles in the air, preventing inhalation of toxic materials or dust.
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How often should extraction units be tested?
Every 14 months under Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) testing ## Footnote This ensures that extraction systems remain safe for use.
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Fill in the blank: Quality control checks must be undertaken throughout the manufacture to check that products meet the _______.
requirements set out in the product or project brief
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True or False: Isolation buttons can only be found on machines.
False ## Footnote Isolation buttons can also be located on the wall.
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What should be worn to protect the body in a workshop?
Aprons and overalls ## Footnote These protect against debris and contaminants that may cause harm.
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What shape is used to represent the input/output in a flow chart?
A parallelogram ## Footnote A parallelogram represents information entering the system or product.
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What is a production plan?
A document that sets out crucial information about each stage of production ## Footnote It helps ensure that the manufactured product and its components meet the same quality standards.
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Name three tools effective for planning projects.
* Flow charts * Gantt charts * Spreadsheets ## Footnote These tools aid in organizing and visualizing project tasks and timelines.
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Who introduced the 'Flow Process Chart' to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers?
Frank and Lillian Gilbreth in 1921 ## Footnote They were industrial engineers who contributed significantly to the development of flow charts.
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In which decade did Allan H. Morgensen use flow charts to enhance business efficiency?
1930s ## Footnote Morgensen's work demonstrated practical applications of flow charts in business processes.
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Which US consumer goods company implemented flow charts in the 1940s?
Proctor and Gamble ## Footnote This implementation marked a significant step in using flow charts in industry.
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What was introduced to flow charts in 1947?
A symbol system ## Footnote This helped standardize the representation of processes in flow charts.
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List two industries that use flow charts.
* Education * Sales * Businesses * Computing ## Footnote Flow charts are versatile tools utilized across various sectors.
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How can flow charts be used in manufacturing?
To show the manufacturing or production process from start to finish ## Footnote They help visualize each step in the production line.
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What does an oval shape in a flow chart represent?
Start or End ## Footnote An oval should contain the word 'Start' or 'End'.
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What is the purpose of arrows in a flow chart?
To show the relationship between shapes ## Footnote Arrows connect each shape and indicate the flow of the process.
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What does a rectangle represent in a flow chart?
A process or a step ## Footnote It can indicate a single action or an entire sub-process.
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What does a diamond shape indicate in a flow chart?
A decision ## Footnote It often has multiple arrows representing different outcomes.
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Fill in the blank: A rectangle in a flow chart could represent a single step such as '______'.
add 100 grams of flour ## Footnote This shows a specific action within a larger process.
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What is shown on the vertical axis of a Gantt chart?
The task ## Footnote The vertical axis lists all tasks that need to be completed.
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What is represented on the horizontal axis of a Gantt chart?
The timeframe ## Footnote The horizontal axis can represent months, weeks, days, or the duration of a project.
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What do shaded boxes in a Gantt chart indicate?
The duration of each task ## Footnote Shaded boxes visually show how long each task is supposed to take.
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What is the first step in planning with a Gantt chart?
Listing the tasks that need to be completed ## Footnote This step is essential for establishing the project scope.
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What is the second step in planning with a Gantt chart?
Agreeing on a timeframe for each task ## Footnote This involves determining how long each task will take.
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What is the third step in planning with a Gantt chart?
Assigning who is responsible for each task ## Footnote This step ensures accountability within the project.
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What is the fourth step in planning with a Gantt chart?
Deciding on the task order ## Footnote Establishing the order of tasks is crucial for project flow.
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Who developed the Gantt chart?
Henry Gantt ## Footnote Henry Gantt was a US mechanical engineer who developed the chart in the 1910s.
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What was the original purpose of the Gantt chart?
To report production planning and resource loading for companies ## Footnote It was a method created by Henry Gantt for better project management.
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How were Gantt charts traditionally created?
By hand as bar charts ## Footnote Traditional hand-drawn Gantt charts often required many revisions.
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How are Gantt charts typically created today?
On a computer ## Footnote Modern software allows for easier updates and revisions.
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What type of chart is a Gantt chart classified as?
A bar chart used in project planning ## Footnote Gantt charts visually illustrate a project schedule.

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