What is a code of practice?
A set of rules put in place by a business, specifically for employees.
A set of written guidelines of some professions.
What does HASAWA stand for?
Health And Safety At Work Act
Hearing And Sight At Work Act
Hazards And Safety At Work Act
Water fire extinguishers have red labels and can be used on:
Class C fires including electrical fires and flammable liquids
Class C fires including electrical fires and flammable gases
Class B fires involving flammable liquids (except cooking oil)
Class F fires involving cooking fats.
Class A fires including wood, paper, hair and textiles
A hazard is something with the potential to cause harm
Name three methods of sterilisation used in a beauty salon
Barbicide
Boiling in a pan
Giving them a wipe over
Moist heat (auto clave)
UV Rays
Infra-red rays
Warm water
In RIDDOR, you have two weeks to report any injuries, diseases or dangerous occurrences.
Under COSHH regulations, employees should adhere to SHUD, what are the FOUR elements of SHUD?
Storage
Usefulness
Substance
Housing
Handling
Safety
Health
Disposal
Usage
The powder and foam fire extinguishers are used on flammable liquid fires.
What are yellow refuse bags used for?
In every bin
For contaminated waste
For paper
For plastic and cans recycling
What is the most common injury within the workplace?
Slips
Trips
Falls
Cuts
Incorrect lifting
Burns
Dermatitis is highly contagious
