Workplace Regulations and Acts .Pt 1 (Engineering)

Questions and Answers

What is the main difference between standards and regulations?

Standards are voluntary while regulations are legally binding

Which legislation requires employers to keep a written record of their health and safety policy?

HASAWA

What is the main purpose of the Electricity at Work Regulations?

To prevent danger from any electrical systems and equipment

What do employers need to provide according to HASAWA?

Adequate training, welfare provisions, and a safe working environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the MHSWR?

To build on HASAWA and provide more detailed guidance on health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What do employers need to carry out according to the MHSWR?

In-depth risk assessments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of employers, employees, and the self-employed regarding electrical systems?

To ensure electrical systems are constructed, maintained, and used in a way that prevents danger Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 'Written Scheme Of Examination' under the PSSR regulations?

To ensure pressure systems are designed and used safely Signup and view all the answers

What type of machinery is covered by the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations (2008)?

Any machinery powered other than by manual effort Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Working at Height Regulation (2005)?

To prevent death and injury caused by a fall from a height Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring work at height is properly planned, supervised, and carried out?

The employer or controller of work at height Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the LOLER regulations?

To ensure all lifting equipment is thoroughly tested and fit for purpose Signup and view all the answers

What must all lifting equipment be labelled with under the LOLER regulations?

The Safe Working Load (SWL) Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Declaration Of Conformity'?

A document stating a machine has been properly tested and meets regulations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Health and Safety Regulations

Standards are voluntary technical specifications created by organizations, whereas regulations are legally binding.
The Misuse of Drugs at Work Act is a relevant legislation.

Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)

Employers must provide:
- Adequate training to ensure all staff understand and follow health and safety procedures
- Adequate welfare provisions for staff at work
- A safe working environment that is properly maintained
- Relevant information, instruction, and supervision regarding health and safety
Employers with 5 or more employees must keep a written record of their health and safety policy
Employers must keep staff updated on policies and arrangements related to health and safety

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999)

Employers must carry out in-depth risk assessments that include:
- Information about the risks in the workplace
- Information about how employees are protected
- Training for employees on how to deal with risks

Electricity at Work Regulations (1989)

Electrical systems must be:
- Constructed in a way that prevents danger
- Maintained as necessary to prevent danger (including a 5-year fixed installation inspection)
- Used in a way that prevents danger
Employees should only use electrical equipment if they have the correct training, knowledge, experience, and supervision

Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (2000)

All pressure systems need a suitable ‘Written Scheme Of Examination’
This regulation concerns:
- The safe design and use of pressure systems
- Preventing injury due to failure of a pressure system or one of its parts

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations (2008)

This regulation covers new machinery sold or used in the UK
Machinery includes:
- Any machinery that is powered other than by manual effort
- Safety components
- Components that only work when attached to a machine
- Lifting equipment and accessories
- Chains, ropes, and webbing
All machinery needs to be assessed to meet the regulations
Every machine which has been properly tested will have a ‘Declaration Of Conformity’ and a ‘CE marking’

Working at Height Regulation (2005)

This regulation was put in place to prevent death and injury caused by a fall from a height
The regulations apply to:
- Employers or those who control work at height
The persons in control of work at height must:
- Make sure work is properly planned out, supervised, and carried out by competent people
- Ensure correct equipment is being used
- Conduct risk assessments

Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (1998)

This regulation applies to businesses and organizations whose employees use lifting equipment
The regulation states that:
- All lifting equipment must be thoroughly tested and fit for purpose
- All activities which require the equipment are properly planned out, supervised, and carried out safely
- All equipment must be labelled with their SWL
- Accessories must be marked to show any characteristics that may affect their safe use