Documentation and Reporting Flashcards

Which type of inspection report must be completed before a worker enters an excavation deeper than 2 metres?

Answer: Excavation inspection report (Form 91)

Excavations over 2 metres deep must be inspected and a written report (traditionally Form 91) completed before workers enter.

What does the term 'dynamic risk assessment' mean in site documentation?

Answer: An ongoing assessment made by workers as conditions change in real time

A dynamic risk assessment is an ongoing evaluation that workers conduct as site conditions change, enabling immediate response to new hazards.

Under RIDDOR, which of the following must be reported to the HSE?

Answer: An over-7-day incapacitation injury

Under RIDDOR, injuries that prevent a worker from performing their normal duties for more than 7 consecutive days must be reported to the HSE.

What is the purpose of a Construction Phase Plan (CPP)?

Answer: To set out how health and safety will be managed during construction

The Construction Phase Plan documents how health and safety risks will be managed throughout the construction phase of the project.

Which document should be referenced when planning a lift using a mobile crane on a construction site?

Answer: Lift plan and risk assessment

A lift plan and associated risk assessment must be prepared and followed for all crane lifting operations on site.

When should a permit to work system be used for hot work activities?

Answer: Whenever welding, cutting, or grinding is carried out near flammable materials

A hot work permit is required whenever welding, cutting, or grinding activities take place near flammable materials to control fire risk.

What is a COSHH assessment used for on a construction site?

Answer: Identifying and controlling risks from hazardous substances

A COSHH assessment identifies hazardous substances in use, evaluates exposure risks, and specifies control measures to protect workers.