PPE
What is the meaning of the safety term ‘PPE’?
Personal Protective Equipment
Why is it important to check the weight of an object before lifting?
To check it is possible to lift without harm.
How do you treat a burn?
Run under cold water for at least 20 mins and cover with loose clingfilm
What does HASAWA stand for?
Heath And Safety At Work Act 1974
What colour is a C02 fire extinguisher?
Black
What PPE must be worn when working with chemicals?
Answers can include - Gloves, Goggles, Mask, Apron
If someone injures themselves at work, where should it be recorded?
Accident report book or record.
Name a type of wound
Answers could include De-gloved, Abrasion, Contusion, Laceration, Incision or puncture
What Law does Lifting and Carrying come under?
Manual Handling
What colour is a Mandatory PPE sign?
Blue
When would you need to wear inhalation protection?
Answers could include - Working in a dusty environment or working with chemicals.
What is the first step to take when conducting a risk assessment?
Identify hazards
What is the first thing you should do if you find someone injured in an accident?
Check for Danger
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
How long should accident records be kept for?
3 years
If you have been provided with PPE for your job, who is responsible for wearing PPE?
You
What colour is a Prohibition sign?
Red
What are the aims of first aid? The 3 P's
Preserve life, prevent injuries worsening and promote recovery
What does RIDDOR stand for?
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.
What pictures are on a Dangerous to the environment sign?
A dead tree and a dead fish
Name 3 items of PPE for working at height.
Answers include - Hi viz, Hard hat, Steel toe capped boots, Safety harness, Gloves, Safety trousers.
How many employees must a company have before they have to keep an accident book on site?
10
If you find someone unconscious but breathing what position can you put them in to keep them safe until help arrives?
Recovery Position
The safe use of dangerous chemicals is covered under which legislation?
COSHH - Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
What does PAT stand for?
Portable Appliance Testing