WJEC Construction: Safety and Security in Construction

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What is the main purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at work?

To decorate the workplace

To provide an aesthetic appeal

To intimidate coworkers

To protect the user against health or safety risks (correct)

What is the main goal of the Working at Heights Regulations 2005?

To inspect the ceilings

To prevent falls from heights (correct)

To increase the height of buildings

To install elevators

What is asbestos commonly used for before its dangers were known?

Insulation, flooring, roofing, and decorative ceilings (correct)

Cooking utensils

Construction of buildings

Medical equipment

What does a prohibition sign with a picture of a pedestrian signify?

Pedestrians are prohibited Signup and view all the answers

What does a mandatory sign with a picture of a helmet signify?

Helmets must be worn Signup and view all the answers

What does a warning sign with a picture of flames signify?

There is a risk of fire Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of a water fire extinguisher?

Wood, paper, and flammable liquids Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for banning asbestos in the UK?

It is hazardous to health Signup and view all the answers

What type of fire is the DRY POWDER extinguisher safe for?

Electrical fires Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)?

Regulating and enforcing workplace health, safety, and welfare Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of failing to comply with Health and Safety legislation?

Fines, imprisonment, and disqualification Signup and view all the answers

What type of hazard can physically endanger others?

Physical hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974?

To regulate workplace health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Health and Safety Executive in relation to government regulations?

To propose new regulations Signup and view all the answers

Who is affected by physical hazards?

Self and others working in the area Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Health and Safety Executive's research?

To improve workplace health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998?

To ensure the safe use of equipment and machinery at work Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of employers under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

To ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees at work Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995?

To report serious workplace accidents and diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002?

To protect people from hazardous substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of manual handling according to the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?

Any transporting or supporting of a load by hand or bodily force Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the risk assessment in the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?

To assess hazardous manual handling operations that cannot be avoided Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of employers, the self-employed, and people in control of work premises under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995?

To report certain serious workplace accidents, occupational diseases, and specified dangerous occurrences Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of legislation in the construction industry?

To ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees at work Signup and view all the answers

What type of fire extinguisher is used for fires involving electrical equipment?

CO2 Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation covers the reporting of injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences?

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a red safety sign?

To prohibit a behaviour Signup and view all the answers

What type of fire extinguisher is used for fires involving wood and paper?

Water Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation covers the control of substances hazardous to health?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main feature of a yellow safety sign?

A circular shape with a yellow background and black edging Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

To provide a framework for ensuring health and safety at work Signup and view all the answers

What type of fire extinguisher is used for fires involving flammable liquids?

Foam Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum percentage of the sign area that the blue part should cover?

50% Signup and view all the answers

What is the shape of the sign for emergency escape?

Rectangular or square Signup and view all the answers

What is the color of the background for fire fighting equipment signs?

Red Signup and view all the answers

What is the color of the pictogram on a green sign?

White Signup and view all the answers

What type of signs have a green background?

First aid and facilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a blue sign?

To indicate mandatory personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Legislation

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAW or HSW) places a duty on employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees.
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR) requires employers to report serious workplace accidents, occupational diseases, and specified dangerous occurrences (near misses).
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) protects people in the workplace against health risks from hazardous substances.
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) deals with the work equipment and machinery used in workplaces to keep people safe.
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 defines manual handling as transporting or supporting a load by hand or bodily force, and employers must assess hazardous manual handling operations that cannot be avoided.
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (PPER) requires employers to provide and ensure the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at work to protect against health or safety risks.
Working at Heights Regulations 2005 places duties on employers to prevent falls that could cause personal injury and to prevent injury from falling materials or objects.
Asbestos is banned in the UK and was previously used in buildings for insulation, flooring, and roofing.

Safety Signs

Shapes and colors of safety signs have specific meanings:
- Prohibition signs are circular with a red circle and a white interior, indicating "do not" or "stop."
- Warning signs are triangular with a yellow background and a black pictogram, indicating caution or danger.
- Mandatory signs are circular with a blue background and a white pictogram, indicating a specific action or behavior.
- Emergency escape signs are rectangular or square with a green background and a white pictogram, indicating escape routes or emergency equipment.

Fire Extinguishers

Fire extinguishers have different colors and uses:
- Water extinguishers are red and used for wood, paper, and fabric fires.
- Foam extinguishers are cream-colored and used for flammable liquids.
- CO2 extinguishers are black and used for electrical and flammable liquid fires.
- Dry powder extinguishers are blue and used for solids, liquids, and gases.

Role of Health and Safety Executive

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulates and enforces workplace health, safety, and welfare, and conducts research into occupational risks in Great Britain.
The HSE provides support and advice, assists with using the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and proposes regulations.

Hazards

Physical hazards can cause harm to self or others and include manual handling risks.
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 outlines the responsibilities of employees and employers.

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Revision guide for WJEC Construction Unit 1, covering legislation, safety signs, fire extinguishers, and more. Prepare for your exam with this comprehensive guide.