HEALTH & SAFETY

HOW TO APPLY YOUR LEGAL DUTIES FOR HEALTH & SAFETY

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  • Work safely at all times

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  • Identify hazards and assess risks before starting a task

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  • Follow instructions and training

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  • Use protective clothing and safety equipment

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  • Do NOT use faulty equipment

HOW TO APPLY YOUR LEGAL DUTIES FOR HEALTH & SAFETY

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  • Do NOT damage or remove safety equipment and signs

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  • Report accidents, injuries and near misses

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  • Dispose of waste correctly

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  • Know the Health & Safety responsibilities of your role

HOW TO REDUCE PERSONAL SAFETY RISK

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  • Only use machinery you have been trained to use

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  • Always wear personal protective equipment

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  • Do NOT smoke when cleaning

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  • Cover all broken skin wounds before starting cleaning tasks

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  • Stand on a dry floor whilst working

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  • Lift safely when manual handling

HOW TO REDUCE PERSONAL SAFETY RISK Cont

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  • Know what to do in an emergency

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  • Know how to contact Police, Fire, Ambulance

HOW TO REDUCE HEALTH & SAFETY RISKS TOWARDS OTHER PEOPLE

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  • DO NOT fool around

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  • Place warning signs in areas where cleaning is taking place

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  • Clean thoroughly

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  • Prevent cross contamination

HOW TO REDUCE CHEMICAL HEALTH & SAFETY RISKS

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  • Read product labels and information

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  • Mix solutions correctly

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  • Store chemicals correctly

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  • Work in ventilated rooms

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  • Clean spillages immediately

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  • Dispose of waste correctly

HOW TO REDUCE ELECTRICAL HEALTH & SAFETY RISKS

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  • Receive training before using electrical equipment

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  • Check equipment for damage before using it

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  • Use leads of the correct length

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  • Keep electrical cables out of wet areas

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  • Keep electrical cables away from moving equipment

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  • Switch off before adjusting or cleaning equipment

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