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WORKING
PRACTICES, HAZARDS & CONTROLS
Instructions to candidates:
a) Time
allowed: Three hours (plus an extra ten minutes’ reading time at the start – do
not write anything during this time)
b)
Answer any FIVE questions
c) All
questions carry equal marks. Marks for each question are shown in [ ]
1. a)
What techniques can be used to reduce the effects
of noise? [6]
b)
Describe the more common methods of reducing noise. [14]
2. a)
Compare the benefits and limitations of PPE. [6]
b)
Consider FOUR situations when respiratory protective equipment may be
necessary. [4]
c) You
are issuing respiratory personal protective equipment to employees. Outline the
criteria you will base your selection upon. [10]
3. a)
List FIVE slip hazards. [10]
b)
Using the FOUR key elements of a health and safety management system,
illustrate how you would reduce the hazards of slips, trips and falls on the
same level, in your work place. [10]
4. a)
Give a brief explanation of what is meant by the working at height regulations. [8]
b)
Provide THREE examples of what is not covered by working at height regulations.
[6]
c)
Outline the hierarchy of measures that should be followed to prevent falls from
occurring. [6]
5. a)
Provide advice on special procedures for employees working alone. [10]
b)
Write a policy for your drivers at work in relation to their health and
fitness. [10]
6. a)
Describe the various measures that could be used to prevent or control exposure
to hazardous substances. [12]
b)
Identify FOUR benefits to employers and employees of adherence to COSHH regulations.
[8]
7. a)
Outline why vehicles in the workplace are a hazard and how they pose a
potential risk. [6]
b)
Explore measures that could be put in place to reduce the risk of incidents and
injuries caused by vehicles in the workplace. [14]
8. a)
Sketch or describe the FIVE different styles of signs and what EACH one
indicates. [10]
b)
Identify ways in which safety information may be provided to staff, visitors,
contractors or members of the public. [10]