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Comprehensive Level 1 Health and Safety Training for Construction Workers

Covers CSCS Green Card requirements, risk assessments, hazard identification, legal obligations, accident prevention, and dynamic risk assessments in construction environments.

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Level 1 Health And Safety In Construction Environment CSCS Green Card
Level 1 – Day Course for CSCS Green Card Anyone applying for a CSCS Green Card training course will be required to complete the Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment qualification. Our Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment qualification is nationally recognised and accredited by Ofqual in the Qualifications and Credit Framework. The candidates also need to pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test separately to be able to apply for the new CSCS Green Labourer Card. The objective of the qualification is to prepare learners for employment in construction. It will give learners the knowledge to undertake their jobs safely. Successful learners who also complete the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment knowledge test fulfil the requirements to apply for the CSCS Labourer’s card. The examination for this qualification contains 40 questions that must be completed within 60 minutes. This qualification is assessed as pass/fail. Successful learners must achieve a score of at least 32 out of 40 (80%) to gain a pass.
Certification Level 1 Award in Health and Safety within a Construction Environment (RQF) After attending the CSCS labourer card day course and successfully passing a multiple-choice examination, candidates will receive a Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment(RQF) certificate. The certificate is awarded by an awarding body that is fully regulated and recognised by Ofqual and the Department for Education and Skills.
The purpose of risk assessments and method statements. The purpose of risk assessments and method statements is to a) Plan the health and safety management of work b) identify potential hazards and evaluate risks The Employer is responsible for conducting risk assessments and preparing method statements Employers are required by law to keep a written record of The significant findings of their risk assessment when there Are 5 or more employees
Risk assessments: purpose, a) reduce risk to workforce; b) comply with relevant and applicable legislation, e.g. Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. Method statements: purpose, a) Create specific safety instructions, safely perform tasks, safety induction. b) Create control measures, reduce risks, incorporate health and safety. c) Statement that describes how an employee must safely carryout work tasks… i.E- if you work at height, you must have been made aware of the safety controls and safe working methods.
The the legal requirements of risk assessments and method statements legislation in the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 that specify the legal requirements. Other regulations specify risk assessments, e.g. Working at Height Regulations 2005, (protecting employees from falling from height) The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002, The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 etc. Method statements will have to be named in general terms within health and safety legislation (e.g. Construction Design and Management) Regulations 2015, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999) and should refer back to how they meet the legal requirements of the act/regulations
implications of not preventing accidents and ill health at work The consequence of failing to prevent accidents and ill health at work will have a negative impact on employee well –being…. Accident reporting procedures- Communicate the incident within a specified timeframe. It is important to report accidents and near misses to identify hazards to inform action. Work-related injuries e.g. slips, trips and falls, manual handling Typically, responsible for making accident reports is the immediate supervisor or manager.
Other implications of not preventing accidents and ill health at work - Health and Safety Executive sanctions; e g improvement, Prohibition notices - higher insurance costs, - claims for damages. - accidents and ill health, e.g. injuries, absenteeism, possibility of paying compensation
Meaning of the following in relation to health and safety at work: • Accident i.e., unplanned events that result in personal injury or property damage • Near miss i.e., unplanned events that could have resulted in loss, damage or harm but did not • Hazard i.e., anything with the potential to cause harm • Risk i.e., likelihood of harm occurring • Competence i.e. experience, knowledge and ability to perform a task successfully, efficiently or safely
Typical hazards and potential risks associated with the following:….. Hazard at work is any act that has the potential to cause harm Lack of resources (e.g., time, people, finance.) o Lone working (not enough staff to work safely) o Substandard building materials Equipment (e.g. condition or use) prolonged use of portable power tools can cause hand-arm vibration syndrome… o Incorrect or missing access equipment o No edge protection o People manual handling instead of using mechanical aids- incorrect manual handling can lead to musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries. o Electrocution- Electrical hazard includes (malfunctioning electrical outlet). o Cutting/shearing/entanglement (injury risk that can occur with the operation of moving machinery includes limb amputations /fractures from machine parts.. Obstructions (e.g. items in the way of work environment) The typical hazards and potential risks associated with obstructions in the workplace includes slips, trips, and falls… o Collisions with plant machinery or people o Potential of spoil entering excavations o Slips, trips and falls o Overturning vehicles
• Storage (e.g., building materials, vehicles, liquids) o Spillage ,Collapse of stacked materials o Contamination ,Fire/explosion • Services (e.g., gas, electric, water) o Poor support of uncovered services, Fractured gas pipe o Flooding in trenches ,Contact with overhead services • Wastes (e.g., types, location, containers) o Contamination of sewers , Public water systems o Oil leaking into soil o Exhaust fumes polluting atmosphere o Contaminated waste, such as asbestos • Work activities o Driving at speed resulting in collision o Failing to follow safe systems of work Use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace (This can result in impaired judgement, reduced coordination and accidents)- lack of spacial awareness
Hazards and potential risks associated with the following:…… o Dropping tools and debris Debris or tools falling on person / through material Possible fatality Burns if hot material, such as bitumen, falls onto a person Damage to equipment Employees responsibilities under legislation while working at height are following safe working practices and provided instructions.. o Stability of ladders (A potential risk related to the stability of ladders is falls due to the ladder collapsing or tipping) Falls because of uneven ground Overreaching Affected by high winds Heavy rain may shift ground at base or cause sinking o Overhead cables ( hazards associated with overhead cables includes risk of electrical shocks and electrocution Contact / electrocution Near contact with metal poles, causing arching…
Fragile roofs Asbestos Falling through o Scaffolds Excessive weight Incomplete Unauthorized changes Lack of edge protection Incomplete boarding Types of mechanical and non-mechanical hazards, such as entanglement or noise The use of plant and equipment pose the risks to the health and safety of workers by presenting the risk of entanglement. A common hazard associated with using heavy machinery in a construction site also includes exposure to loud noise levels. The risks associated with working around plant, machinery or equipment can be controlled by implementing engineering controls and safe work practices.
o Some working area Hazards Poor housekeeping Lack of welfare facilities Lack of segregation with public o Some Hazards associated with Other people Working unsafely Horseplay Influence of drugs / alcohol Being untrained Acute or chronic illness, such as ear infection or epilepsy. Safeguards should be located near where plant and equipment is been used to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries. It is important to use site safety equipment when handling materials and equipment to minimize the risk of injuries and accidents
Flammable materials represents a main group of hazardous substances commonly found in construction. The correct storage of combustibles and chemicals is important on a construction site to: minimize the risk of fire and explosions Typical sources of combustible material include timber joists, floorboards, roof trusses, joinery, waste (cardboard, polythene, timber pallets etc.), gas bottles, petrol, diesel, sawdust, vehicles, fuel-driven plant, temporary buildings, temporary protective coverings, etc. Risk from receiving an electrical shock from work equipment can be reduced by visually inspecting the equipment before use….
The importance of reporting accidents and near misses a) improvements in training for operatives, supervision and additional instructions, b) changes in health and safety policy Employees should report all hazards and risks to their supervisor/manager so that these can be investigated.. Accident reporting procedures Reporting procedures should include internal company processes; . i.e refer to own company procedures, site book, accident form. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 2013; and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
o What is a Dynamic Risk Assessment?..... The primary purpose of a dynamic risk assessment is to assess and manage risks in real time during an on-going activity Identifying hazards on the spot and making quick decisions in regard to individual safety. A dynamic risk assessment is the process of continually observing and analyzing risks and hazards in a changing, or high-risk, environment. This allows workers to quickly identify new risks and remove them. Formal risk assessments are prepared in advance, recorded and monitored on a regular basis. Conversely, dynamic risk assessments are ‘dynamic’ or ever-changing and carried out on the spot by an individual when they enter a new environment or their current environment changes. However, carrying out a dynamic risk assessment doesn’t mean you don’t need to carry out a formal risk assessment. Dynamic risk assessments should complement and fill in any gaps that you couldn’t predict when completing your standard risk assessment. You should carry out a dynamic risk assessment before entering any new situation and continue to constantly assess the risks and hazards in case there is a change in circumstances.
o What is Manual Handling? Manual handling is an activity of transporting or supporting a load including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, throwing, and moving objects by hand or bodily force. It is a common practice in different industries such as manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and more. However, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has reported that the cause of over a third of all workplace injuries along with work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and repetitive strain injuries are due to manual handling. Being unable to safely do it can lead to serious implications for employers and employees may suffer from injuries. When undertaking manual handling, all employees have a legal responsibility to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others…
Importance of safe manual handling in the workplace. Safe manual handling is important in the workplace to: a) Reduce the risk of injury from hazardous manual handling. Assess manual handling risks and implement control measures according to the hierarchy of controls for operations that cannot be avoided. b) Prevent hazardous manual handling and limit employee movements considering TILE. Prevent and reduce the risk of ill health and injury to self or others. c) Protect you from the pain and suffering that come with MSD’s. Reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), including pain or injury to arms, legs and joints, back and shoulder strains, and repetitive strain injuries (RSI). A common cause of work-related injuries is the improper use of equipment and machinery. What can incorrect manual handling lead to? Incorrect manual handling could lead to musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries. Employees responsibility under current legislation for moving and storing materials are to following safe manual handling techniques.
The recommended procedures for safe lifting according to official guidance: Recommended procedures for safe lifting is using the leg muscles and keeping the back straight while lifting… Employees can ensure the application of safe work practices during manual handling tasks by following established procedures and using provided equipment. Reasons for following manual handling procedures, -to reduce back injuries, reduce loss of production through sick leave, reduce strain on workforce, reduce hazards to general public.
Potential injuries and ill health that may occur from incorrect manual handling Injuries could be classified as major injuries, for example strains, sprains, fractures, breaks, spinal injuries, cuts, bruises. Ill health could cover minor injuries, for example inhalation of dust, sickness, irritation.
Employee’s responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance for: • Moving and storing materials • Manual handling • Mechanical lifting Employee responsibilities: Under Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR). Employees are responsible for following a safe system of work provided by an employer in terms of process, training, instruction, supervision.
importance of using site safety equipment when handling materials and equipment. -prevent injury, -avoid mishaps -for example, concrete can burn so skin needs protection. Assistance aids for manual handling in the workplace includes : Slings Harnesses Hand trolleys and hand trucks Lift tables Stackers Pallet trucks Height-adjustable and self-levelling carts Wheelbarrow
A heavy load that needs moving can be moved using a mechanical aid
how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures and report problems when carrying out safe manual handling in the workplace Evidence could include risk assessments, training, kinetic lifting, using mechanical lifting etc. -For ‘following procedures’ evidence could include use of training, instructions and demonstration for lifting, use of manual handling checklists etc. -For ‘report problems’ evidence could include telling a supervisor, filling in a maintenance form, marking an aid as defective and removing it from site etc.
What is term work at height ?..... Any work that takes place where a person could fall a distance that can cause personal injury. Operating in a place where a person could fall a distance and cause injury Work at height means work in any place where, if precautions were not taken, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury. You are working at height if you: work above ground/floor level could fall from an edge, through an opening or fragile surface or could fall from ground level into an opening in a floor or a hole in the ground. Work at height does not include a slip or a trip on the level, as a fall from height has to involve a fall from one level to a lower level, nor does it include walking up and down a permanent staircase in a building. The regulation that specifically control the use of suitable equipment for working at height is work at height regulations 2005
Hazards and the potential risks associated with working from height can be controlled by implementing fall prevention and protection measures Some practical examples of collective protection using work equipment to prevent a fall from height includes • mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) such as scissor lifts • tower scaffolds • Scaffolds • Protection methods include • a concrete flat roof with existing edge protection, or guarded mezzanine floor, or plant or machinery with fixed guard rails around it
Height risks and potential hazards: e.g. knowing safety requirements, planning, using correct equipment, protecting holes, considering weather conditions, safety nets, Harnesses Using a range of control measures, to include risk assessments, guard rails, handrails, scaffolding, mobile elevated platforms, harnesses, air bags, fall arrest systems The regulation that controls the use of suitable equipment for working at Height is The Work at Height Regulations 2005, The Work at Height (Amendment) Regulations 2007, organisational requirements, emergency rescue procedures
Employee’s responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working at height - Reporting any defects relating to working at height to the employer - Using equipment for working at height provided by employer - Using any training for the use of work equipment at height - Acting under the instructions provided by the employer. - Using safe and stable equipment, harnesses, safety nets.
Plant , Machinery, Equipment a) It is important to keep a safe distance from plant, machinery or equipment until clear contact is made with the operator to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries caused by unexpected movements b) It is important that safeguards are located near where plant, Machinery and equipment is been used to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries. c) purpose of including method statements in the work planning process involving moving plant, machinery or equipment is to: ensure that safe working practices and procedures are followed
Potential injury risk associated with the operation of moving machinery. Limb amputations or fractures from machine parts.
The visual indicator used to draw attention to dangers associated with operating machinery or equipment is a warning sign with a prominent colour and symbol
Main groups of substances hazardous to health under current regulations. A common risk to health within a construction environment includes Air pollution and respiratory irritants. • Substances hazardous to health i.e. o Micro-organisms – bacteria, viruses and fungi- personal hygiene is important within a construction environment because it helps prevents the spread of infectious diseases. o Dust – Silica and cement o Chemicals – paints, glues, thinners, resins and coatings o Gas – carbon dioxide o Asbestos o Lead • Asbestos waste i.e. o Brown asbestos (amosite) o Blue asbestos (crocidolite) o White asbestos (chrysotile The potential risk to workers exposed to asbestos- workers can suffer from respiratory diseases. category of asbestos waste that is considered the most hazardous . Friable asbestos waste is the most hazardous category of asbestos. Health risk associated with exposure to hazardous substances in a construction site includes Allergic reactions and skin irritations. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) commonly used when dealing with hazardous materials includes Respirators, coveralls, and chemical resistant suits
Common risks to health within a construction environment These could include: • falls from height • injuries from construction plant • slips, trips and falls • struck by falling objects • back injuries from lifting • nail injuries to feet • dust inhalation • eye irritation from dust • exposure to asbestos working at height, wearing inadequate clothing, noise, vibration, dust, moving plant and vehicles, asbestos
Types of hazards and potential risks that may occur in the workplace linked with use of drugs and alcohol falls from height • loss of balance • driving while under the influence • distraction from the work you are doing • injuring a colleague through not concentrating • falling unconscious while operating machinery. Hazards and potential risks: e.g. impaired productivity, risk of self-injury and injuring others, possible dismissal
importance of the correct storage of combustibles and chemicals on site The issues associated with a flammable product or substance and the vicinity of a fuel is that fire could caused. Using a lockable, flammable storage unit reduces the chance of fires, injuries, fatalities, accidents, damage to Environment it also protect operatives from chemicals that could combust Chemicals on construction site should be stored in a secured bunded container away from ignition sources.
The importance of personal hygiene within a construction environment Personal hygiene includes washing hands before eating food, storing food properly, disposing of leftover food importance of personal hygiene within a construction environment includes: -protect against Weil’s disease carried by (RATS) - protect against transfer of soil contamination -prevent sickness
The potential risks to the health of workers exposed to asbestos Potential risks associated with asbestos, e.g.: • long-term lung disease • breathlessness • fatal lung cancer asbestosis, The three most common types of asbestos that were used in the UK were chrysotile (white asbestos), crocidolite (blue asbestos) and amosite (brown asbestos). Asbestos is now banned in the UK as a construction material Most effective PPE (personal protective equipment to use when working with asbestos is NON-PENETRATING DISPOSABLE COVERALLS.
Types of personal protective equipment (PPE)that may be used when dealing with hazardous material • overalls, goggles, face • mask, gloves
Ways in which moving plant machinery or equipment can cause Injuries crushing by counterweights • trapping in hydraulics • injuries to feet by wheels • injuries from air hoses • injuries from flying debris • cuts to hands from circular saws • entrapment in a drill bit. Crushed between parts, sharp edges can cause cuts and stabs, people can be hit
hazards/risks relating to the use of plant and equipment a hazard for an excavator could be crushing injuries, and the risk would be a fracture or break to a bone in the arms or legs. The importance of keeping a safe distance away from plant, machinery or equipment until clear contact is made with the operator Safe distance: e.g. avoid getting trapped, risk of injury. -Possible implications of disturbing someone using equipment can include • startling them causing an injury • injury from flying debris • injuries to eyes, e.g. welding flash
How method statements can assist in ensuring the safety of workers where moving plant, machinery or equipment is in use Method statements: can include e.g. designated pedestrian routes, traffic management plan, allowing only trained and authorized personnel to operate moving plant Method statement with regards to moving plant could: -provide information on the plant and equipment that will be used -provide details of any safety precautions that will be required -inform the methods and operations that will be undertaken -tell everyone exactly what is going to happen
Ways to eliminate or control risks relating to working around plant, machinery or equipment. Control/eliminate risks: • e.g. following designated walkways, awareness of plant operations, good signage. Other control measures include: • The use of high-visibility yellow jackets • reflective strips to clothing • use of banks person (Traffic Marshall) to watch • operations • use of audible alarms on plant • use of a physical barrier • use of limiting stops on plant.
Red circular safety signs with a red diagonal line – Prohibition signs are what you must not do: Mandatory signs are what you must do: Intrinsic features: (a) round shape; (b) white pictogram on a blue background (the blue part to take up at least 50% of the area of the sign)
Warning Sign warns you about a Hazard: Intrinsic features: (a) triangular shape; (b) black pictogram on a yellow background with black edging (the yellow part to take up at least 50% of the area of the sign) Safe Condition: Emergency escape or first-aid signs Intrinsic features: (a) rectangular or square shape; (b) white pictogram on a green background (the green part to take up at least 50% of the area of the sign)
The fire triangle consists of three essential elements: heat, fuel, and oxygen, all of which must be present for a fire to ignite and sustain. Heat Heat is the energy source that raises the fuel to its ignition temperature, initiating combustion. It can come from flames, sparks, friction, electrical sources, or even sunlight. Heat not only starts a fire but also sustains it by continuing to break down fuel into combustible gases, allowing the fire to propagate. Fire suppression often targets heat removal, such as using water to cool the fuel below its ignition point, effectively breaking the triangle and extinguishing the fire Fuel Fuel is any combustible material that can burn, providing the energy needed for the fire. This includes solids like wood and paper, liquids like gasoline or alcohol, and gases like propane. The type and condition of the fuel affect how quickly and intensely a fire spreads. Controlling or removing fuel— such as clearing flammable materials from a workspace—is a key fire prevention strategy Oxygen Oxygen acts as the oxidizing agent that supports the chemical reaction of combustion. Most fires require at least 16% oxygen concentration, with atmospheric air providing about 21%. Without sufficient oxygen, the chemical reaction cannot continue, and the fire will be extinguished. Fire suppression methods like smothering or using fire blankets work by reducing or blocking oxygen supply
Components of the Fire Triangle Practical Application Understanding the fire triangle is crucial for fire prevention and control. Removing any one of the three elements—cooling to remove heat, clearing fuel, or smothering to remove oxygen—can prevent a fire from starting or stop an existing fire. This model forms the foundation for workplace safety, firefighting strategies, and emergency response planning Pls Visit http://ciacademy.ac or ring 020 8478 8222 to learn more about the course.