106) A controller has been engaged to undertake building
maintenance work in a busy warehouse. Outline the issues that should be covered
in an induction program for the contractor’s employees.
The particular risks in the working area ( e.g movement of forklift trucks, falling materials, conveyers & the possible presence of asbestos).
General site safety rules
regarding smoking, clothing & PPE.
Use of electrical equipment
and so on.
Requirements for permit to
work and other control.
Exclusion zones &
traffic routes.
Arrangements for the storage
of materials.
Accident reporting &
other emerging procedures (e.g. action required in case of fire).
viii) The location & use
of welfare facilities including first-aid.
107) A) Outline Three work activities that may present a particular risk to pregnant women.
Manual handling or physically strenuous work.
Task involving long periods
of standing or sitting.
Work involving exposure to
the biological agents or chemical substances that might affect unborn child.
Work in hyperbaric
environment (e.g. those above normal atmospheric pressure).
Tasks involving exposure to
ionizing radiation.
Unusually stressful work
including exposure to high levels of noise and hot environment.
Jobs that expose peoples to
an increased risks of injury ( e.g. due to slipping or violent assault). Have
particular implications for pregnant women.
Activity of radiographers
exposed to X rays (standing). (swelling of feet-edema, varicose veins,
dizziness & fainting).
Sitting for long time –
thrombosis, embolism).
B) Outline the actions that an employer may take when a risk to a new or expectant mother cannot be avoided.
(Reg -16 of MHSWR-1999).
Changing the employees working conditions (e.g. finding other suitable work or introducing additional breaks) or
Changing the hours of work,
if not,
The employer would need to
consider suspending the employee from work on full pay for as long as is
necessary.
108) List the powers given to H & S enforcement officers appointed under the HSWA-1974.
Powers of Inspector’s , Section 20 – HSWA -1974 with Section 21, 22, 25, 39.
The right to enter premises, if necessary by enlisting the assistance of a police officers.
Carryout examinations &
investigations.
The direct that premises or
equipment be left undisturbed for the purpose of investigations.
To take measurements &
photographs.
To inspect and / or take
copies of documents and records.
To take samples.
To require a person to
answer questions and signs a declaration to the truth of his/her answers.
To take possessions of
articles and substances (and to seize and render them harmless in situations of
imminent danger).
To issue enforcement
notices.
109) Human Error- Workplace (Reducing ways)
Use of skilled, trained & competent staff including pre-employment screening issues.
Motivation of workforce.
Task variety to prevent
monotony.
Frequent breaks.
Addressing environment
issues-heat, light & noise.
Mechanization &
automation.
Ensuring controls on
machinery are clearly marked.
Implementation of drugs
& alcohol policy.
Providing competent
supervision of employees.
110) Hazard underestimation – reasons
1) Overfamilarity & complacency.
2) Lack of instructions.
3) Information of training.
4) Lack of experience.
5) Some hazards may be invisible.
6) Sensory impairment.
7) Involvement in routine.
8) Repetitive task that may lead to lack of attention.