41) Describe the possible effects on H & S of inadequate
lighting in a workplace.
Headaches
The effect of adopting a
poor posture.
The physical risks caused by
poor lighting e.g.
Tripping over unseen
objects.
The increased likelihood of
human error.
43) Outline the factors to consider when assessing the adequacy of lighting with an open plan office.
The task undertaken.
The equipment used.
The size and layout of the
office (e.g. proximity of workstation, windows, the use of partition etc).
The availability of natural
light at different times of the day and year.
Suitability of the type,
number, intensity, Lux of artificial lights.
Glare on computer screen.
Areas in shadow.
Need for an availability of
localized lighting.
Maintenance of lighting
(e.g. non-functioning, flickering, damage or dirty).
The provision and adequacy
of emergency lighting.
44) State the circumstances in which an employer may be held vicariously liable for the negligence of an employee.
The employee was acting in the course of its employment.
The employee caused damage
or injury by not fulfilling a common law duty of care. If both this conditions
are met then.
45) Outline the legal duties placed on employers to held to ensure that employees behave in a safe manner.
‘IT IS’ under sec. 2 of HASAW 74.
Employers take into account
their employees capabilities before allocating task to them.
Training should be provided
Reg-11.
Training CDM Regulation.