Plant Operator Safety & PUWER Flashcards
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Which regulation complements PUWER specifically for lifting equipment on construction sites?
Answer: LOLER — Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
LOLER 1998 complements PUWER specifically for lifting equipment, adding requirements for thorough examination, lifting plans, and competent persons for all lifting operations.
An operator's CPCS card has expired. Under PUWER, what is the consequence?
Answer: They cannot legally operate that category of plant until their competence is re-established
An expired CPCS card means the holder's current competence has not been verified. PUWER requires operators to be competent, so they cannot legally operate the relevant plant category without valid certification.
What must a PUWER-compliant handover include when a different operator takes over a plant?
Answer: Communication of any defects, hazards or issues discovered during the previous shift
A safe handover must include communication of any defects, issues, or hazards noted during the previous shift so the incoming operator is fully informed before taking control.
Under PUWER, what is required before introducing new plant to a construction site?
Answer: A suitable risk assessment, training for operators, and confirmation of fitness for purpose
Before introducing new plant, PUWER requires a risk assessment to be carried out, operators to be trained on the specific equipment, and confirmation that the plant is suitable for its intended use.
How should plant that has been taken out of service due to a defect be secured?
Answer: Clearly marked as out of service and physically prevented from being used
Plant taken out of service must be clearly marked — typically with an out-of-service tag — and physically secured so it cannot inadvertently be used before the defect is remedied.
What does PUWER say about the use of construction plant by young workers (under 18)?
Answer: Young workers must not use plant unless they have received specific training and are adequately supervised
PUWER, combined with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, requires additional safeguards for young workers, including specific training and adequate supervision before they may use work equipment.