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What is the primary difference between a 'hazard' and a 'risk' in occupational health and safety?
What is the primary difference between a 'hazard' and a 'risk' in occupational health and safety?
- A hazard is always immediately dangerous, while a risk is a potential future danger.
- A hazard is the potential to cause harm, while risk is the likelihood of that harm occurring. (correct)
- A hazard is the likelihood of harm, while risk is the potential to cause harm.
- There is no difference; the terms are interchangeable in occupational health and safety.
Which of the following scenarios best describes a 'risk' related to a 'hazard'?
Which of the following scenarios best describes a 'risk' related to a 'hazard'?
- A blocked fire exit (hazard).
- The possibility of slipping on a wet floor (risk). (correct)
- The potential for a fire to start (risk).
- A wet floor (hazard).
Manual handling is best described as:
Manual handling is best described as:
- Any activity involving repetitive movements.
- Any activity that involves bending and awkward postures.
- Any activity that involves lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, holding or restraining. (correct)
- The use of machinery to move heavy objects.
What is the most important reason for reporting all accidents and incidents in the workplace, regardless of severity?
What is the most important reason for reporting all accidents and incidents in the workplace, regardless of severity?
According to S.M.A.R.T lifting technique what does 'A' stand for?
According to S.M.A.R.T lifting technique what does 'A' stand for?
When manually handling a load, what is the primary reason for keeping the load close to your body?
When manually handling a load, what is the primary reason for keeping the load close to your body?
Which actions should you take during a fire evacuation?
Which actions should you take during a fire evacuation?
What is the most appropriate first step to take when starting a new job to ensure proper accident reporting?
What is the most appropriate first step to take when starting a new job to ensure proper accident reporting?
Which of the following items should typically be included on an incident report form?
Which of the following items should typically be included on an incident report form?
You are about to lift a heavy box, and you're unsure if you can manage it alone. What is the MOST appropriate course of action?
You are about to lift a heavy box, and you're unsure if you can manage it alone. What is the MOST appropriate course of action?
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What is a Hazard?
What is a Hazard?
Anything with the potential to cause harm.
What is a Risk?
What is a Risk?
The likelihood of harm occurring due to exposure to a hazard.
What is Manual Handling?
What is Manual Handling?
Activities involving lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, holding, or physical restraint.
What is S.M.A.R.T Lifting?
What is S.M.A.R.T Lifting?
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Name some basic Manual Handling steps
Name some basic Manual Handling steps
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What information must be on an Incident Report?
What information must be on an Incident Report?
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In event of fire, what must you do?
In event of fire, what must you do?
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Study Notes
- Hazard refers to anything with the potential to cause harm.
- Risk refers to the likelihood of harm as a result of exposure to a hazard.
- Example of risk: Getting caught in a fire when exposed to the hazard of a blocked fire exit.
Manual Handling
- Manual Handling involves lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, holding, or restraining.
- It may include stretching, bending, sustained and awkward postures, and repetitive movements.
S.M.A.R.T Lifting Technique
- S - Size up the load.
- M - Move the load as close to the body as possible.
- A - Always bend your knees.
- R - Raise the load with your legs.
- T - Turn your feet in the direction that you want to move the load.
Manual Handling Basics
- Assess the load and the route to be used.
- Use legs to lift, not your back.
- Keep the load close to the body.
- Ask for assistance or use mechanical aids if the load is too heavy for one person.
- Never attempt to lift an object that is too heavy.
Accident Reporting
- All accidents and incidents must be reported and documented.
- Find out the correct procedure when starting a new job.
- An incident report form may need to be completed.
- Reporting incidents is a personal responsibility.
- Accidents provide vital evidence for the future.
- Reporting incidents helps safety officers track hazards and prevent re-occurrence.
Information to Report on an Incident Form:
- Who was Injured
- Time and Date
- Exact Injuries
- How it Happened
- If First Aid or Hospital was Required
- Any Witnesses
- Signature by the injured party, witness and supervisor
What to do in the event of fire
- Report the fire to a supervisor and follow all instructions.
- Do not use lifts.
- Evacuate in an orderly fashion.
- Go to the known assembly point.
- Do not re-enter the building until deemed safe.
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Learn about hazards and risks associated with manual handling, including lifting and carrying. This covers safe techniques like the S.M.A.R.T method and basic principles. Understand how to assess loads, use proper lifting form, and prevent injuries.
