Site Hazard Awareness and Risk Assessment Flashcards
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Who has a legal duty to carry out a risk assessment before work begins on a construction site?
Answer: The employer or self-employed person in charge of the work
Under health and safety law, employers and self-employed persons must carry out and record a suitable and sufficient risk assessment for all work activities.
What should you do if you notice a new hazard on site that was not covered in the site induction?
Answer: Report it to your supervisor immediately
New or unexpected hazards must be reported immediately so the risk can be assessed and appropriate controls put in place before anyone is harmed.
What does a yellow triangle warning sign on a construction site indicate?
Answer: A hazard or warning of danger
Yellow triangular signs warn workers of a nearby hazard, such as overhead power lines, excavations, or slippery surfaces.
What is a 'permit to work' (PTW) used for on a construction site?
Answer: To formally authorize high-risk tasks, ensuring controls are in place before work starts
A permit to work is a formal documented system used to control dangerous activities such as hot work, confined space entry, or live electrical work.
What is the significance of a red prohibition sign on a construction site?
Answer: It indicates that an activity or behavior is not allowed
Red circular signs with a diagonal line indicate that an action is prohibited, such as 'No smoking' or 'No unauthorized entry'.
When should a dynamic risk assessment be carried out?
Answer: Continuously throughout a task as conditions change unexpectedly
A dynamic risk assessment is carried out on the spot when site conditions change unexpectedly, requiring workers to reassess hazards in real time before continuing.