PART 9


51) Outline the requirement of the management of H & S at work regulation 1992.

Risk assessment.
H & S arrangements.
H & S Assistance.
Procedure for serious an imminent danger.
Information for employees.
Cooperation and coordination.
Capabilities & Training.
Employee’s duties.

52) Outline the factors that should be considered when carrying out risk assessment as required by the MHSWR-1992.

Hazard Identification.
Nature of hazard.
The size & characteristics of the exposed population.
The frequency of exposure.
Potential severity of harm.
Available information relating to risk.
Effectiveness of existing control.
Monitoring & emergency procedures. ( try to give/ include relevant examples).

53) Outline four requirements of the provision and Use of Equipment Regulations 1992.

Suitability of work equipment.
Need for maintenance.
“IT IS”.
Conformity with EU requirements.
Protection against dangerous parts of Machinery.
Controls of control system.
Emergency control system.
Isolations from sources of energy.
Safety of maintenance operations.
Marking & warning Signs. ( Do not forget to give brief examples).

54) Outline the legal requirements under which an employer must prepare a written H& S Policy.

Where there are 5 or more employees [HASAWA- 74, section 2(3)]


55) Outline 3 circumstances that may give rise to a need for H & S policy to be revised.

Changes in organizational arrangements/responsibilities, process, materials, premises, legislation, work pattern or risk assessment, when considered necessary after accident investigation, enforcement action, policy review of professional advice.