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Flashcards by Giannini Chambers, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by Giannini Chambers
over 8 years ago
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| Question | Answer |
| What are the powers of a HSWA inspector | Enter at any reasonable time Bring technical assistance or equipment Take photos, drawings or measurements Dismantle and test Bring police if thought to be obstructed Examinations and investigations Take samples Take statements (must be answered) |
| What is section 2 of HSWA | The duty of employers to employees |
| What is section 2(1) of HSWA | General duties |
| What is section 2(2) of HSWA | Specific duties: a) Safe plant and systems of work b) Safe use, handling, storage and transport of articles and substances c) Information, instruction, training and supervision d) Safe workplace and safe access/egress to/from it e) Safe working environment with adequate welfare facilities |
| What is section 2(3) of HSWA | The requirement to provide written health and safety policy |
| What is section 2(4) of HSWA | Appointment of safety reps by trade unions |
| What is section 2(6) of HSWA | Requirements for employers to consult with safety representatives |
| What is section 2(7) of HSWA | Employers to establish safety committee |
| What is section 3 of HSWA | Employers duty to others (non employees not exposed to risks) |
| What is section 4 of HSWA | Controllers of premises (Safe, access/egress is safe, plant substances provided are safe) |
| What is section 6 of HSWA | Designers, manufacturers, importers and supplier duties |
| What is section 7 of HSWA | Employee's duty Take reasonable care or himself & others affected by work. Co-operate with employer. |
| What is section 8 of HSWA | Interference & misuse |
| What is section 9 of HSWA | Charge to employees No charge can be made to aid in legal compliance |
| What is section 36 of HSWA | Offences due to fault of others |
| What is section 37 of HSWA | Personal liability if directors and senior managers Personally liable for breaches of law. |
| What is regulation 3 of MHSWR 1999 | Suitable risk assessments Made and reviewed |
| What is regulation 4 of MHSWR 1999 | Principle of prevention to be applied |
| What is regulation 5 of MHSWR 1999 | Arrangements for H&S management |
| What is regulation 6 of MHSWR 1999 | Health surveillance |
| What is regulation 7 of MHSWR 1999 | H&S assistance Competent persons to assist in measures to comply with H&S law |
| What are regulations 8 & 9 of MHSWR 1999 | Procedures for serious and imminent danger & contact with external services |
| What is regulation 10 of MHSWR 1999 | Information for employees |
| What is regulation 11 of MHSWR 1999 | Co-operating and coordinating where two employees share a workplace |
| What is regulation 12,15 of MHSWR 1999 | Information for other workers |
| What is regulation 13 of MHSWR 1999 | Capabilities and training Take into account capabilities and provide adequate training |
| What is regulation 14 of MHSWR 1999 | Employee duties Use equipment & materials in accordance with training Inform employer |
| What is regulation 16-18 of MHSWR 1999 | New and expectant mothers Risk assessments, working conditions, paid suspension |
| What is regulation 19 of MHSWR 1999 | Protection of young persons (under age of 18) Experience, perception of risk, physical & mental immaturity |
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