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Training qualifications
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 06:04 10.09.2007
In order to train employees in specific areas such as lifting equipment and slinging, the use of PPE, or the examination of access equipment, what level of competency or qualifications would I or a nominated...
Racking inspections
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 16:07 07.09.2007
Are racking inspections statutory (every 12 months) or do they come under PUWER at suitable intervals? This is for both pallet racking (static) and office documentation racking (eg roller systems that...
Scissor lifts
Author: Anon | Answers: 2 | Last Answer: 12:58 14.01.2008
Does a full-body safety harness with a lanyard have to be worn and clipped on when working from a scissor lift?
Risk assessments for scaffolders
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 15:48 07.09.2007
I need to put together a risk assessment for a scaffolder who routinely carries 1,500mm-long scaffold poles weighing from about 33kg to 40kg on his left shoulder to and from the delivery lorry. He has...
Welders' flash
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 15:34 07.09.2007
Do standard issue plastic safety glasses provide eye protection against welders' flash for passers by? Or are tinted safety glasses required for adequate protection? If so, to what standard?
Workplace defibrillators
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 15:21 07.09.2007
A client of mine recently sent some of his staff to receive first-aid training. They returned from their course asking if the business should consider providing defibrillators in the workplace. How should...
Fire risk assessments
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 15:14 07.09.2007
Under the fire reform order, is there still a requirement to undertake a fire risk assessment for an unoccupied building if the building is subcontracted and there is security present? If yes, is the responsibility...
Easier breathing
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 14:42 07.09.2007
I am currently carrying out a Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) assessment and suspect that a large amount of dust in a confined space could lead to a risk of oxygen deficiency. Can you help?
Asbestos roof netting
Author: Anon | Answers: 2 | Last Answer: 22:39 07.03.2008
Could someone please clarify whether it is a legal requirement to fit roof netting when working on a fragile roof, ie an asbestos cement sheet roof?
Calculations
Author: Anon | Answers: 1 | Last Answer: 14:15 07.09.2007
How do I calculate injury incident rate and injury frequency rates?
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