1. health and safety

• What is the importance of health and safety in the workplace?

  Protecting staff, animal welfare, legal compliance
• What is the Health and Safety at Work Act year?

  1974
• What does COSHH stand for?

  Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
• What does RIDDOR stand for?

  Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
• What are common emergency situations in animal care?

  • Animal bites: immediate first aid and reporting
  • Chemical spills: quick containment and decontamination
  • Fire outbreaks: evacuation plan
  • Staff injuries: first aid and incident reporting
• What are the emergency response procedures?

  1. Assess the situation (identify immediate risks)
  2. Ensure safety
  3. Alert appropriate personnel
  4. Follow protocol
  5. Document and report
• What is a hazard in health and safety terms?

  Potential source of danger posing risks
• What is a risk in health and safety terms?

  Chance of things going wrong impacting safety
• What are the types of health and safety risks?

  • Physical hazards: equipment accidents, falls
  • Chemical hazards: cleaning products, medication
  • Biological hazards: needles, zoonotic diseases
• What are control measures for health and safety?

  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Training and education
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Hygiene protocols
• How can health and safety be improved?

  • Regular audits (thorough safety inspections)
  • Staff feedback
  • Incident analysis (review all accidents)
  • Policy updates
• What are the reasons for conducting risk assessments?

  • Legal requirement for the workplace
  • Identify health and safety hazards
  • Evaluate risks presented
  • Evaluate effectiveness of existing control measures
  • Ensure controls are implemented
• Why is it important to identify health and safety hazards?

  To prevent accidents and ensure safety
• What does evaluating risks presented involve?

  Assessing the likelihood and impact of hazards
• What is the purpose of evaluating existing control measures?

  To ensure they are effective and suitable
• What are the implications of not having risk assessments?

  Financial costs and negative publicity
• What financial costs can arise from not conducting risk assessments?

  Loss of production times and equipment damage
• Who is responsible for managing risks in the workplace?

  Both employees and the employer
• What is the process of managing risks in the workplace?

  1. Identify hazards
  2. Assess the risks
  3. Control the risks
  4. Record findings
  5. Review and update
• What is the Health and Safety at Work Act year?

  1974
• What does RIDDOR stand for?

  Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
• What does LOLER stand for?

  Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
• What does COSHH stand for?

  Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations
• What does PUWER stand for?

  Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
• What is the purpose of the Fire Safety Act 2021?

  To regulate fire safety in workplaces
• What are the Working Time Regulations about?

  Regulating working hours and rest breaks
• What is the role of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at work?

  To protect workers from hazards
• What are the statutory duties of employers regarding health and safety?

  Provide safe environment, equipment, and training
• What must employees do to comply with health and safety regulations?

  Take care of their own and others' safety
• What are the techniques and methods to comply with health and safety legislation?

  • Hierarchy of controls
  • Use of PPE
  • Safe communication systems
  • Training and maintenance of equipment
  • Signage and appropriate facilities
  • Following RAMS
  • Recording health and safety records
  • Safe systems of work
  • Provision of first aiders
• What are the benefits of compliance with health and safety legislation?

  Protection of workforce and working environment
• What are the powers of health and safety enforcement officers?

  Inspection, investigation, and guidance
• What are the consequences of poor health and safety standards for businesses?

  Financial, emotional, reputation, employees, social
• What are the direct and indirect financial consequences of poor health and safety standards?

  Direct:

  • Compensation claims

  Indirect:

  • Repairs/replacement of equipment
  • Recruitment and retention costs
  • Increased insurance premiums
  • Fines by HSE
  • Legal fees
• What are the emotional consequences of poor health and safety standards?

  • Stress
• What are the reputational consequences of poor health and safety standards?

  • Loss of reputation
  • Difficulty retaining customers
  • Difficulty attracting new staff
  • Bad publicity
• What are the consequences of poor health and safety standards for employees?

  • Reduced staff morale and productivity
  • Increased staff turnover and sickness
  • Physical injuries to staff/death
• What are the social consequences of poor health and safety standards?

  • Loss of independence
  • Prison time
  • Reduced social activity
• What are the consequences of non-compliance with health and safety legislation?

  Prosecution, imprisonment, fines, legal fees
• What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

  To identify hazards and mitigate risks