ECS Health Safety and Environmental Assessment 03

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What should you ensure if you suffer an injury through a manual handling operation?

  • You get paid for the job
  • The injury is recorded (correct)
  • You get help and carry on working
  • You take time off work

Why should a serious accident be reported to the enforcing authority?

  • It helps the site find out what caused it
  • It is legal requirement (correct)
  • So that the site manager can see who is to blame
  • So that the company will be held responsible

What immediate action should you take if you suffer an injury through carrying a load?

  • Advise your doctor of your injury
  • Tell your supervisor or employer (correct)
  • Tell your working companion
  • Carry on working as best you can

Under RIDDOR, which one of the following must be reported to the enforcing authority?

<p>Fracture other than to fingers, thumbs or toes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following has the power to examine an accident record?

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Which of the following should be recorded in the accident book following an accident?

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Which one of the following accounts for most accidents each year on construction sites?

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Which of the following is NOT classified as a specified injury to a worker under RIDDOR?

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Which one of the following should you do if you witness a serious accident on site?

<p>Tell your supervisor what you saw happening (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A workmate tells you that he witnessed an accident the previous day and the victim was taken to hospital. He asks you for advice on what he should do. Do you tell them to:

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If a person at work suffers an injury (other than a specified injury) due to an accident at work, it is reportable under RIDDOR if they are incapacitated for work for:

<p>Over 7 days (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must an employer do with their accident records following completion of a construction project?

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At work who would you report a dangerous occurrence to?

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Following a reportable dangerous occurrence when must the enforcing authority be informed?

<p>Without delay (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Accidents causing any injury should always be recorded in:

<p>Your employer's accident recording system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is classified as a reportable occupational disease under RIDDOR?

<p>Occupational asthma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a person is injured at work, who should enter the details in the accident book?

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If you are involved in a minor accident at work, whose duty is it to report it to site management?

<p>It is your own responsibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You have suffered an accident at work which has made you incapable of your normal work for over 7 days. Which of the following actions MUST be taken by your employer?

<p>The relevant enforcing authority is informed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The collapse of scaffolding is only notifiable to the enforcing authority as a reportable dangerous occurrence when the scaffolding is which one of the following?

<p>Over 5 metres in height (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If there is a fatal accident on site, when must the Health and Safety Executive be informed?

<p>Without delay (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which of the following circumstances should an accident be recorded in the site's accident book?

<p>When an accident causes injury to an employee while at work (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following have to be entered into the accident book?

<p>All accidents causing an injury (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which of the following circumstances must injury accidents be recorded in the accident book?

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An entry must be made in the accident book when:

<p>An accident causes personal injury to an employee (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following MUST be recorded in an accident book after you have had an accident?

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Which of the following can you learn from an accident?

<p>Ideas on how you would prevent it happening again (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Could making an entry in the accident book help you if you later make a claim for compensation?

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Why is it important to report 'near miss' accidents to your employer?

<p>So lessons can be learned, preventing an accident next time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should you report serious accidents to?

<p>Your employer or supervisor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of carrying out an accident investigation?

<p>To determine the cause(s) and prevent similar accidents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You have witnessed a serious accident on your site and are interviewed by an HSE inspector. You should:

<p>Co-operate fully with the inspector and tell them exactly what you saw (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Injury Recording

All injuries sustained during a manual handling task must be documented.

Serious Accident Reporting

Reporting serious accidents to the relevant authorities is legally required.

Immediate Injury Action

Inform your supervisor or employer immediately following any work-related injury.

RIDDOR Reportable Fracture

Fractures (excluding fingers, thumbs, and toes) must be reported under RIDDOR.

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HSE Inspector's Role

HSE inspectors can investigate worksite accident records.

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Accident Book Entry

Accident books must record date, time, and other relevant details of an accident.

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Common Construction Accidents

Slips, trips, and falls are the most frequent causes of accidents on construction sites.

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Non-Reportable Injury (RIDDOR)

A fractured finger is not a reportable injury under RIDDOR.

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Witnessing a Serious Accident

Inform your supervisor about any serious accident witnessed.

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Witnessing a Serious Accident-Advice for Witness

Advise your workmate to inform their supervisor immediately if they witnessed a work-related accident.

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Reportable Accident Incapacity

Injuries resulting in more than 7 days of work incapacity are reportable under RIDDOR.

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Employer Accident Record Keeping

Employers must keep accident records safe after a construction project's completion.

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Reporting Dangerous Occurrence

Report dangerous occurrences immediately and without delay to the appropriate authority.

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Accident Recording Location

All Injury related accident should be recorded in your employer's accident recording system after an accident has happened.

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Reportable Occupational Disease

Occupational asthma is a reportable occupational illness under RIDDOR.

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Accident Book Entry (Who Enters)

The injured person, or someone on their behalf, should make the accident book entry.

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Minor Accident Reporting

Minor workplace accidents should be reported for site management.

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Employer Action After 7+ Days Incapacity

Employers must inform the relevant authorities.

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Reportable Scaffold Collapse

Scaffold collapses over 5 meters in height must be reported to the authority.

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Fatal Accident Reporting Time

Fatal accidents require immediate information to the Health and Safety Executive.

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Accident Book Recording Circumstances

Accidents causing injury to an employee during work usually need recording.

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Accident Book Entries-Mandatory

Any accident causing injury must be entered into the accident book.

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Accident Book Entry-Injury Occurs

Record injuries that arise from work accidents in the accident book.

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Accident Book Entry-Personal Information Required

Details of your occupation must be part of any accident report.

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Accident Learning Opportunities

Accidents can be opportunities to understand how they could have been prevented.

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Accident Book and Compensation Claims

Accident book entries can be beneficial in compensation claims.

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Near Miss Reporting Purpose

Reporting near misses helps in learning lessons to prevent future accidents.

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Serious Accident Reporting Person

Serious workplace accidents should be reported to your employer or supervisor.

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Accident Investigation Aim

Accident investigations seek to understand the cause(s) of accidents and prevent further incidents.

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HSE Inspector Interview Response

Fully cooperate with HSE inspectors during interviews by accurately detailing what was witnessed.

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Study Notes

Manual Handling Injuries

  • Ensure you report the injury to your supervisor
  • Seek first aid if required
  • If you experience any pain, discomfort, or stiffness seek medical advice

Reporting Serious Accidents

  • Serious accidents must be reported to the enforcing authority to prevent future accidents
  • Reporting allows the enforcing authority to investigate the cause of the accident and take appropriate action to prevent recurrence

Immediate Action Following Injury

  • Report the incident to your supervisor
  • Seek immediate first aid if needed
  • Seek medical advice as required

RIDDOR Reporting Requirements

  • Under RIDDOR, any death or any serious injuries must be reported to the enforcing authority

Accident Record Examination Authority

  • The enforcing authority has the power to examine an accident record

Accident Book Records

  • The details of the accident, including date, time, location, and nature of the injury, must be recorded in the accident book

Construction Site Accidents

  • Falls from height account for the most accidents on construction sites each year

Specified Injury under RIDDOR

  • Loss of consciousness is not classified as a specified injury under RIDDOR

Witnessing a Serious Accident on Site

  • Immediately alert your supervisor
  • Stay at the scene and assist where possible
  • Do not move injured persons unless there is a risk of further harm

Workmate Advice

  • Advise your workmate to immediately report the accident to their supervisor
  • Emphasize the importance of seeking medical attention if needed

Reportable Injury Under RIDDOR

  • Any injury that incapacitates a person for more than 7 days must be reported under RIDDOR

Employer Obligations with Accident Records

  • At the completion of a construction project, employers must retain their accident records for at least 3 years

Reporting Dangerous Occurrences

  • Report dangerous occurrences to your supervisor

Reporting Dangerous Occurrences to Enforcing Authority

  • The enforcing authority must be informed within 7 days of the incident

Accident Recording

  • All accidents causing injury should be recorded in the accident book

Reportable Occupational Disease Under RIDDOR

  • Occupational asthma is classified as a reportable occupational disease under RIDDOR

Accident Book Entry

  • The person who witnessed the accident should enter the details in the accident book

Minor Accident Reporting

  • It is the duty of the person involved in a minor accident to report it to site management

Employer Actions Following Incapacitating Injury

  • Employers must investigate the accident
  • They must report the accident to the enforcing authority
  • They must keep records of the accident

Reportable Scaffolding Collapse

  • The collapse of scaffolding is only reportable if it is used in construction work

Reporting Fatal Accidents

  • The Health and Safety Executive must be informed immediately following a fatal accident on site

Accident Book Recording

  • Any accident resulting in an injury must be recorded in the site's accident book

Required Accident Book Entries

  • The date and time of the accident
  • The location of the accident
  • The nature of the accident
  • The details of the injured person(s)
  • Details of any witnesses

Injury Accident Recording

  • Any accident resulting in an injury, regardless of severity, must be recorded in the accident book

Accident Book Entry Requirements

  • All accidents causing injury must be recorded in the accident book

Accident Book Benefits

  • An accident book can help determine the cause of an accident
  • It can help prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future
  • It can provide a record of accidents for statistical purposes

Accident Book and Compensation Claims

  • An entry in the accident book can help prove a claim for compensation

Reporting Near Miss Accidents

  • Reporting near miss accidents allows employers to identify potential hazards and take steps to prevent accidents

Serious Accidents Reporting

  • Serious accidents should be reported to your supervisor
  • They should also be reported to the enforcing authority

Accident Investigation Aim

  • The aim of carrying out an accident investigation is to identify the root cause of the accident
  • It is also to determine what measures can be taken to prevent similar accidents

HSE Interview

  • Cooperate fully with the inspector
  • Provide honest and accurate information
  • Do not speculate or guess
  • Do not make any statements that could prejudice the investigation
  • Be polite and respectful
  • Do not admit liability

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