Award in health and safety section 5

What is one way in which moving plant, machinery or equipment can cause injuries?

• Improper use of handling equipment

• Lack of hazard awareness

• Manual handling injuries

• Incompetence

Which of the following is a hazard related to the use of plant and equipment?

• Trapped between rollers or belts

• Damaged to body feet/limbs

• All of the above

• Electric shock/electrocution

Why is it important to have safeguards located near to where plant machinery and equipment are being used?

• To protect people from danger and prevent accidents and injuries

• To detect and prevent entry into hazardous areas

• To ensure compliance with regulations

• To improve operator awareness

Why is it important to keep a safe distance away from plant, machinery and equipment until clear contact is made with the operator?

• Personal safety

• Operator awareness

• Communication

• Compliance with regulations

How can method statements help ensure that workers are safe where moving plant, machinery or equipment is in use?

• Provide information and identify potential hazards or precautions

• Ensure compliance with regulations

• Improve operator awareness

• Enhance communication

What is one way to eliminate or control risks relating to working around plant, machinery or equipment?

• Machine guards

• Emergency stops

• Visible safety signage

• All of the above

Which hazard warning sign or symbol commonly indicates a fire exit in close proximity to plant, machinery or equipment?

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What is one risk related to the use of plant and equipment?

• Skin conditions

• Burns or scalding

• Struck by/injured moving parts

• trips/slips

Why is it important to be aware of hazards when working around plant and equipment?

• To prevent accidents and injuries

• All of the above

• To ensure compliance with regulations

• To enhance communication