L2 Unit 105 Roles & Responsibilities

What is the principal duty of employers as per the Health and Safety at Work, etc Act 1974?

• Consult with employees over health and safety matters

• Display certain signs and notices

• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees

• Provide adequate supervision and safe systems of work

What is one of the responsibilities of employees in the construction sector?

• Keep the workplace clean and tidy

• Provide necessary personal protective clothing and equipment

• Appoint someone competent to advise the employer on health and safety

• Provide first aiders and facilities

What is one of the duties of the employer in ensuring the safety and welfare of the public and their workforce?

• Report any defects in plant or equipment immediately

• Suggest ways of eliminating hazards

• Carry out all operations and work in the prescribed manner

• Develop a personal concern for the safety of themselves and others

What is the responsibility of the client while planning and preparing the work on a construction site?

• Display certain signs and notices

• Provide adequate supervision and safe systems of work

• Engage and work with the contractor to keep the site clean, tidy, and safe at all times

• Consult with employees over health and safety matters

What should employees do to help prevent accidents in the construction sector?

• Provide necessary personal protective clothing and equipment

• Appoint someone competent to advise the employer on health and safety

• Provide first aiders and facilities

• Follow the training and instructions given

What is one of the responsibilities of employers in the construction sector?

• Carry out all operations and work in the prescribed manner

• Suggest ways of eliminating hazards

• Report any defects in plant or equipment immediately

• Provide adequate welfare facilities

What is one of the responsibilities of employees in the construction sector?

• Appoint someone competent to advise the employer on health and safety

• Provide first aiders and facilities

• Provide necessary personal protective clothing and equipment

• Report any accidents

What is one of the duties of the employer in ensuring the safety and welfare of the public and their workforce?

• Carry out all operations and work in the prescribed manner

• Cooperate in the investigation of accidents with the objective of introducing methods to prevent a recurrence

• Report any defects in plant or equipment immediately

• Suggest ways of eliminating hazards

What is the responsibility of the client while planning and preparing the work on a construction site?

• While on site, maintain the safety and welfare of themselves and others

• Consult with employees over health and safety matters

• Provide adequate supervision and safe systems of work

• Engage and work with the contractor to keep the site clean, tidy, and safe at all times

What should employees do to help prevent accidents in the construction sector?

• Provide first aiders and facilities

• Report any hazardous situations

• Provide necessary personal protective clothing and equipment

• Appoint someone competent to advise the employer on health and safety