Maintaining a Safe Working Environment Assignment: Workplace Hazards, Controls

Summary – Last Class for Unit 5

Maintaining a Safe Working Environment

• AC 5.1 An explanation of the criteria for the selection of safe work equipment for organisational tasks and the processes for managing associated risks.
• AC 5.2 An explanation of the key safety characteristics, including protective devices of general workplace machinery control systems.
• AC 5.3 An explanation of the features of effective risk assessment and control measures for workplace equipment and machinery within the organisation (including skills, training, and supervision to install, test, maintain and operate equipment)
• AC 5.4 Outline the main hazards and control measures associated with mobile work equipment.
• AC 5.5 Outline the main hazards and control measures associated with lifting equipment.

Recap of Learner TIPS for Unit 5

AC1.1 An outline of the critical factors when maintaining a safe working environment, referring to the following: temperature, light, space, ergonomics, lifts, and access (600 words)

• To address this section, you are required to write a short piece on each of the following separately: (1) temperature (100 words), (2) light (100 words), (3) space (100 words), (4) ergonomics (100 words), (5) lifts (100 words), (6) access (100 words). Support your answer referencing an organisation.

AC1.2 A justification of the organisation's welfare facilities in terms of current legislation (200 words).

• State the main regulations concerning welfare facilities that employers must provide in the workplace, such as cleaning, restrooms, sanitary and washing facilities.

An Explanation of Hazards and Risks Posed by Electricity Within the Organisation or the Organisation's Work, and provide a Review and Evaluation of Control Measures in line with Current Legislation (Max 200 words)

1.3 Reveal how electricity is dangerous in the workplace. Think of poor work practices that could lead to harm from electricity. State the hazards and risks posed by electricity in your organisation. 1.4 State the main legislation or regulations about control measures for electricity. Provide an evaluation summary paragraph (strengths and weaknesses) as to whether the control measures are adequate.

AC1.5 An assessment of the hazards and risks associated with the structural integrity of buildings that may impact an organisation. (150 words)

• Present the hazards and risks associated with the structural integrity of buildings.

AC1.6 A review and evaluation of control measures associated with structural integrity of buildings concerning current legislation. ( 150 words)

• State the control measures associated with the structural integrity of buildings concerning current legislation. Include an evaluative summary paragraph/sentence.

AC 2.1 Evaluate the control measures in place within your organisation to control the following risks: temporary works, workplace transport, working in confined spaces, working at height, lone working, manual handling (max 600 words, 100 words each)

• Separately evaluate the control measures for each of the risks listed against your organisation

AC 2.2 An outline of the different types of noise and vibration and the effects of being exposed to these hazards, and their control measures (150 words).

• There are three sections to this question: outline the different types and sources of noise and vibration in the workplace (70 words), the effects of being exposed to these (80 words), and their control measures (80 words).

AC 2.3 An explanation of ways to measure and assess exposure to noise and vibration, and control measures to reduce the risk from exposure (Max 100 words).

• When addressing this section, ensure that you explain how to measure exposure to noise and vibration AND explain controls that can be put in place to reduce exposure

AC 2.4 A description of the effects of being exposed to the different types of radiation. (150 words)

• The effects of exposure to radiation must be clearly described

AC 2.5 Explain the measurement, assessment and methods to control exposure to different types of radiation (150 words).

• Three parts to this answer: the measurement, assessment and methods to control exposure to different types of radiation must be clearly explained

AC 3.1 An outline of the ways that common flammable and explosive materials can catch fire. (max 200 words)

• Answer in the context of an organisation. Outline separately common flammable and explosive materials. Then, outline the potential sources of ignition

AC 3.2 A description of the behaviour of buildings and building contents in the event of a fire (200 words).

• When addressing this section, ensure you address the behaviour of buildings and separately the contents.

AC 3.3 Explain the hazards, risks, and control measures in an organisation (including detection systems, alarm systems and evacuation procedures currently in use) for prevention and protection against fire and explosion (450 words)

There are two sections to this question that need to be answered in the context of the organisation's Fire Management Plan:

(1) List the hazards and risks in the organisation for protection/prevention against fire (140 words)

(2) State the control measures in place in the organisation (including detection systems, alarm systems and evacuation procedures currently in use) for protection/prevention against fire (300 words).

AC 3.4 An outline of the factors that must be considered to ensure safe and effective firefighting and egress in the event of a fire within the organisation. (Max 250 words)

• Answer in the context of the task, an organisation's Fire Management Plan. Outline separately the effect of firefighting controls and egress (evacuation plans) in the event of a fire.

AC 4.1 Outline how hazardous substances are classified and the effects of their exposure on human health.
(Max 175 words)

• In answer, include the classifications of hazardous substances and separately their effects on human health

AC 4.2 Explain the key standards for safe storage, handling and transportation of hazardous substances within an organisation. (max 175 words)

In answer, demonstrate your understanding of the Task, which is the management of hazardous substances through safe storage, handling and transportation

AC 4.3 An outline of the features of effective risk assessment and control measures for minimising and reducing exposure to hazardous substances by the hierarchy of controls. (Max 175 words)

In answer, include the features of risk assessment and separately control measures to reduce exposure to hazardous substances

AC 4.4 Describe the control measures for working with asbestos and lead (max 175 words)

AC 4.5 Explain the factors to consider when choosing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and requirements for PPE in an organisation. (max 175 words)

• Explain the factors that must be taken into account when choosing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and basic (legal) requirements for PPE in an organisation.

AC 4.6 Explain the impact of hazardous work environments on the installation and use of electrical systems and equipment (Max 175 words)

AC 5.1 An explanation of the criteria for the selection of safe work equipment for organisational tasks and the processes for managing associated risks.(max 200 words)

AC 5.2 An explanation of the key safety characteristics, including protective devices of general workplace machinery control systems.(max 200 words)

AC 5.3 An explanation of the features of effective risk assessment and control measures for workplace equipment and machinery within the organisation (including skills, training, and supervision to install, test, maintain and operate equipment) (max 200 words)

• Three parts to this question. (1) Explain the features of effective risk assessment and (2) state some control measures for work equipment and machinery, (3) include the need for training and supervision to install, test and operate equipment.

AC 5.4 Outline the main hazards and control measures associated with mobile work equipment. (200 words)

AC 5.5 Outline the main hazards and control measures associated with lifting equipment. (200 words)