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Specialists in Heath and Safety, Risk Management and Training

NGC2 –– Identifying and Controlling Hazards

 

1. Hazards and Safe Systems of Work associated with:

 The use of work equipment

 Manual handling

  Trolleys and vehicles used in the workplace

 Maintenance work

 Construction and demolition

 Access equipment

 Confined spaces

 Electricity and electrically-operated equipment

 Contractors and sub-contractors

 

2. Fire Prevention Measures and Actions in the Event of Fire:

 Main fire hazards

Fire precautions and prevention

Actions in the event of fire

 

3. Controlling Health Hazards:

 Occupational health risks

 Classification of hazardous substances and their effects

 Identification, measurement, evaluation and control

 Monitoring exposure

 Exposure limits

 Prevention and control

 Relevant statutory regulations and guidance documents