Health and Safety Control Equipment and Legislation in Construction Operations

This article covers various topics related to health and safety control equipment and legislation in construction operations. It includes information on types of equipment, relevant legislation, reporting procedures, and responsibilities of workers. It also discusses the importance of good working relationships.

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in
Construction Operations and
Civil Engineering Services-
Construction Operations
(Construction)
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Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.4
State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of

protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
 local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
Collective protective measures are used for safety of employees from any kind of fire
hazard. Personal protective equipment are necessary for safety of workers during
construction as it helps in affecting their respiratory system. Respiratory protective
equipment are important for protect workers form toxic and irritant vapors such as
gases, dusts etc.
__________________________________________________________________________________
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.5
State how the health and safety control equipment relevant to the work
should be used in accordance with the given instructions
Health and safety control equipment helps in mitigating the risks which are faced by
workers during construction. It helps in reducing the risk and limiting exposure to
hazardous substances which can affect health of workers.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.6
State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and
warning signs are relevant to the occupational area and associated
equipment
Health and safety regulations are associated with construction regulation of 2013. It
focuses on putting warning signs which could help in understanding mandatory need of
wearing personal protective equipments. It also includes prohibition of various
substances at construction site. It also includes availability of hazard signs.
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Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.7
State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and warning signs
are relevant to the occupational area
Such notices help workers in understanding about their own safety and ensures that
workers and visitors are safe and their safety needs should be fulfilled.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.8
State how to comply with control measures that have been identified by
risk assessments and safe systems of work
Control measures are associated with reducing changes of injury to workers and
ensuring that all the risks involved should be identified. It should be discussed by
staff members present on site.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.2
List typical hazards associated with the work environment and
occupational area in relation to resources, substances, asbestos,
equipment, obstructions, storage, services and work activities
Resources – Materials which are needed for construction are heavy to lift and materials
which can affect safety of workers if proper equipments are not used.
Work activities – Untidy construction site and injury to workers due unavailability of
equipments.
Substances – Presence of dust and sawdust due to cutting of wood.
Equipment – Saw, drillers, routers etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.3
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List the current Health and Safety Executive top ten safety risks
 Injuries to hands and fingers of workers.
 Injuries in hand or back due to lifting
 Unavailability of handling manual at work site.
 Toxic gases
 Sawdust in eyes
 Unavailability of PPE kits and goggles
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.4
List the current Health and Safety Executive top five health risks
 Damage to hand and fingers of workers
 hearing impairment
 Problem in breathing due to dusty environment
 Problem in working due to confined spaces.
 Problems in back due to heavy lifting of materials
 Cracks in skin due to change of season
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.5
State how changing circumstances within the workplace could cause
hazards
 Workers are not aware about risks which are involved during working on
construction site.
 Employers not assessing the risk involved at the construction site.
 Risk assessment should be done to avoid future risk and hazard.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.6
State the methods used for reporting changed circumstances, hazards
and incidents in the workplace
Various methods are used to report hazards and incidents at workplace which are
mentioned below:
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 Risk assessments
 Meetings with supervisors
 Meetings on site with staff members
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 3.6
State the organisational policies and procedures for health, safety and
welfare, in relation to:
– dealing with accidents and emergencies associated with the work and
environment
– methods of receiving or sourcing information
– reporting
– stopping work
– evacuation
– fire risks and safe exit procedures
 consultation and feedback
Organisational policies focuses upon stopping the work and connecting with helping
authorities. Every worker on site have the responsibility to inform about accident or
hazard occurrence at work site. Evacuation of workers from construction site.
Following all the norms and guidelines which are made to tackle any kind of accident or
hazard. Following all the safety procedures during accident.
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Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 3.7
State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to the work
 Water extinguishers which have red band and for fires related to solid materials,
foods etc.
 Blue band extinguishers which are required for fire related to electrical wires,
high volatile liquids etc.
 Black carbon dioxide extinguishers also associated with electrical fire.
Unit Assessment Criteria
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A/503/1170 3.8
State how and when the different types of fire extinguishers are used in
accordance with legislation and official guidance
Extinguishers are used by removing the pin from the top and pressing on the handle
while pointing it at fire. It should be ensured that it won't affect other people on
construction site. Proper training should be provided to workers to used them.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 4.2
State how personal behaviour demonstrates responsibility for general workplace health,
safety and welfare, in relation to:
– recognising when to stop work in the face of serious and imminent danger to self and/or
others
– contributing to discussions and providing feedback
– reporting changed circumstances and incidents in the workplace
 complying with the environmental requirements of the workplace
In case any fire breaks out at work, workers at site should stop the work immediately
and take safety initiatives. In case of fire workers should proceed towards emergency
exit or fire exit.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 4.3
Give examples of how the behaviour and actions of individuals could
affect others within the workplace
Every workers at construction site should use every tool correctly and ensure that their
own actions won't affect any individual at work site. Workers should follow every rules
and regulation and they should be aware about risks involved in work.
Unit Assessment Criteria
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A/503/1170 5.2
State how security arrangements are implemented in relation to the
workplace, the general public, site personnel and resources
Security arrangements in place should be there to keep general public safe which
includes they shouldn't have access to site which is not safe for them. They should have
PPE while visiting to working site. People have to sign in and sign off as they leave.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 1.2
Describe the different methods of communicating with line management,
colleagues and customers
Communication with management can be done by the help of phone calls and in case of
urgency it can be done face to face. Consumers can be communicated through by the
help of hoardings, poster etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 1.3
Describe how to use different methods of communication to ensure that
the work carried out is productive
Effective work depends upon effective communication among manager and staff as
employees should know about job sheets. Other methods of effectively communicating is
on-site meetings and statements.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 2.3
Describe how organisational procedures are applied to ensure work is planned and carried
out productively, in relation to:
– using resources for own and other’s work requirements
– allocating appropriate work to employees
– organising the work sequence
– reducing carbon emissions
Utilizing resources effectively would help in estimating the time to complete the work. It
would also help in determining need of tools and materials. Foreman of site are the one
who allocate work to employees. According to skill and knowledge of employee work
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should be allocated. Waste should be minimized by the help of planning and ensuring
materials which are required should be ordered.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 2.4
Describe how to contribute to zero/low carbon work outcomes within the
built environment
It can be possible by utilizing the materials which are environment friendly and it
should be appropriate for work. Reducing the wastage and ensuring that equipments
should be turned off while it is not in use.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 3.2
Describe how to complete and maintain documentation in accordance with organizational
procedures, in relation to:
– job cards
– worksheets
– material/resource lists
– time sheets
Job cards help in understanding about need and focusing on complying with norms of
organization and understanding the expectations and requirements. Work sheets are
completed by workers which helps managers in understanding about work done by
workers.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 3.3
Explain the reasons for ensuring documentation is completed clearly and
within given timescales
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Need for complete documentation is important as it helps in ensuring the smooth and
effective running of business. Manager of working site should be aware about issues and
should monitor the progress of project.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 4.3
Describe how to maintain good working relationships, in relation to:
– individuals
– customer and operative
– operative and line management
– own and other occupations
Individuals should be informed and understand the expectations from them.
In order to maintain relationship with consumer organization should send emails and
photos about their products.
Regular update of work site would help in achieving the desire goals and objectives.
Understanding about each other occupation would help in maintaining good
relationships and raise collaboration among them.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 4.4
Describe why it is important to work effectively with line management,
colleagues and customers
It is important to work effectively with line management as it would help in completing
the work within desired timeline. It would also help in effectively monitoring the
progress of work.
Unit Assessment Criteria
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J/503/1169 4.5
Describe how working relationships could have an effect on productive
working
Good work relationship helps in achieving desired goals and objectives whereas poor
relationship affects progress. It can cause consumer dissatisfaction and it also affects
communication among employees.
Unit Assessment Criteria
J/503/1169 4.6
Describe how to apply principles of equality and diversity when
communicating and working with others
Principles of equality and diversity can be applied when effectively communicating with
other and understanding about them. It can be possible by understanding other
workers knowledge, skills etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 1.3
Describe the different types of technical, product and regulatory
information, their source and how they are interpreted
These type of information helps consumer in understanding about products and also
assist them in understanding about attributes of product. Such information includes
about how to use and where it should be stored. Information is helpful for consumer in
understanding about product.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 1.4
State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify
inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are
implemented
Organizational procedures which are used to report and rectify inappropriate
information are site foreman, communication tool and even box talk for sharing
information which is available to them.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 1.5
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Describe how to obtain information relating to using and storing lifting
aids and equipment
Information related to using and storing lifting should have proper manual for the use
of equipment. It should be attached with equipment and workers should know how to
use equipment by the help of effective training.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 2.1
Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, below ground level, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by
manual handling and mechanical lifting
Health and safety regulations of 1999 states that their should be risk assessment for
every workplace and in case of confined space every emergencies should be listed in case
of any accident or hazard. Risk assessment should be done in case of any hazard and it
should focus on providing appropriate training to employees.
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Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 2.2
Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and
personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative
Security of site should be covered by employers. There should be operative placed in
night at construction site. Every equipments should be placed at safe and secure place
where it cannot make any kind of damage to any individual at work site.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 2.3
Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible
for making the reports
In case of any injury, person have to report to foreman.
Person have to provide first aid treatment to injured person.
In case of serious injury ambulance should be called immediately.
Measures should be taken to avoid any major accident at work site.
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Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 2.4
State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to the work
 Water extinguishers which have red band and for fires related to solid materials,
foods etc.
 Blue band extinguishers which are required for fire related to electrical wires,
high volatile liquids etc.
 Black carbon dioxide extinguishers also associated with electrical fire.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 2.5
Describe how and when the different types of fire extinguishers, relevant
to the given occupation, are used in accordance with legislation and
official guidance
Extinguishers are used by removing the pin from the top and pressing on the handle
while pointing it at fire. It should be ensured that it won't affect other people on
construction site. Proper training should be provided to workers to used them.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 3.4
Explain why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to moving, handling and/or storing resources, and the
types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the
general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
Collective protective measures are used for safety of employees from any kind of fire
hazard. Personal protective equipment are necessary for safety of workers during
construction as it helps in affecting their respiratory system. Respiratory protective
equipment are important for protect workers form toxic and irritant vapors such as
gases, dusts etc.
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Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 3.5
Describe how the health and safety control equipment relevant to the
work should be used in accordance with the given instructions
Health and safety control equipment helps in mitigating the risks which are faced by
workers during construction. It helps in reducing the risk and limiting exposure to
hazardous substances which can affect health of workers.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 3.6
State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with
organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards
Emergency plans are considered as crucial as it helps in reducing the probability of
facing losses which can affect profitability. In case of emergency, work site should have
appropriate tools to tackle any kind of emergency situation.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 4.2
Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the occupational resources in relation to:
– lifting and handling aids
– container(s)
– fixing, holding and securing systems
It should be well maintained which can help in keeping it in more workable standard.
Its maintenance would help in lifting heavy materials and moving it from one place to
other. It should be made of strong materials for long use and ensure that it should be
durable.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 4.3
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Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems
associated with the resources are reported
Every resource should be used to according the instructions which are written and those
instructions should be effectively followed. In case of any problems, it should be
reported to site manager.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 4.4
Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how
they are used for the selection of required resources
Organisational procedures are developed in order to ensure that material which is
chosen should be effective. Materials which are available should be utilized effectively
and it should be followed according to instructions which are mentioned.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 4.5
Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and
methods of work
Potential hazards which are associated with resources and methods of work are
occurrence of accident or hazard at work site. Injury due to inappropriate use of tool.
Exposure to volatile substance and handling material without taking any precaution.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 5.4
Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse
weather conditions
In order to protect work from damage materials should be stored at warehouse.
Warehouses should be protected from any kind of weather and it should be able to
avoid any kind of damage to material.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 5.5
Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely in
accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational
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procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official
guidance
Disposal of any type of waste should be done safely by adhering to environment norms
and ensuring that it should not affect environment in any way.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 6.2
State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines
should be kept in relation to:
– progress charts, timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect
the work programme
Progress charts helps in understanding the start and end time of project. It would
help in estimating the requirement of material for completion of project. These
charts would help in tracking and monitoring the progress of work.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 7.3
Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report
problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them when
moving, handling and/or storing occupational resources
Safe work practices should be applied by proposing rules and regulations also ensuring
that all norms ad policies should be followed effectively by workers. Workers have to
adhere with all rules in order to avoid any kind of accident or hazard at work site.
Unit Assessment Criteria
F/503/1171 7.4
Describe the needs of other occupations when moving, handling and/or
storing resources
In case of resources are stored at other place then manager have to ensure that it should
be communicated to workers that where materials are moved and ensured that
materials should be handled effectively.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.4
State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work
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situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
Collective protective measures are used for safety of employees from any kind of fire
hazard. Personal protective equipment are necessary for safety of workers during
construction as it helps in affecting their respiratory system. Respiratory protective
equipment are important for protect workers form toxic and irritant vapors such as
gases, dusts etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.5
State how the health and safety control equipment relevant to the work
should be used in accordance with the given instructions
Health and safety control equipment helps in mitigating the risks which are faced by
workers during construction. It helps in reducing the risk and limiting exposure to
hazardous substances which can affect health of workers.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.6
State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and
warning signs are relevant to the occupational area and associated
equipment
Health and safety regulations are associated with construction
regulation of 2013. It focuses on putting warning signs which
could help in understanding mandatory need of wearing personal
protective equipments. It also includes prohibition of various
substances at construction site. It also includes availability of
hazard signs.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.7
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State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and warning signs
are relevant to the occupational area
Such notices help workers in understanding about their own safety and ensures that
workers and visitors are safe and their safety needs should be fulfilled.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 1.8
State how to comply with control measures that have been identified by
risk assessments and safe systems of work
Control measures are associated with reducing changes of injury to workers
and ensuring that all the risks involved should be identified. It should be
discussed by staff members present on site.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.2
List typical hazards associated with the work environment and
occupational area in relation to resources, substances, asbestos,
equipment, obstructions, storage, services and work activities
Resources – Materials which are needed for construction are heavy to lift and materials
which can affect safety of workers if proper equipments are not used.
Work activities – Untidy construction site and injury to workers due unavailability of
equipments.
Substances – Presence of dust and sawdust due to cutting of wood.
Equipment – Saw, drillers, routers etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.3
List the current Health and Safety Executive top ten safety risks
 Injuries to hands and fingers of workers.
 Injuries in hand or back due to lifting
 Unavailability of handling manual at work site.
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 Toxic gases
 Sawdust in eyes
 Unavailability of PPE kits and goggles
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.4
List the current Health and Safety Executive top five health risks
 Damage to hand and fingers of workers
 hearing impairment
 Problem in breathing due to dusty environment
 Problem in working due to confined spaces.
 Problems in back due to heavy lifting of materials
 Cracks in skin due to change of season
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.5
State how changing circumstances within the workplace could cause
hazards
 Workers are not aware about risks which are involved during working on
construction site.
 Employers not assessing the risk involved at the construction site.
 Risk assessment should be done to avoid future risk and hazard.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 2.6
State the methods used for reporting changed circumstances, hazards
and incidents in the workplace
Various methods are used to report hazards and incidents at workplace which are
mentioned below:
 Risk assessments
 Meetings with supervisors
 Meetings on site with staff members
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Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 3.6
State the organisational policies and procedures for health, safety and
welfare, in relation to:
– dealing with accidents and emergencies associated with the work and
environment
– methods of receiving or sourcing information
– reporting
– stopping work
– evacuation
– fire risks and safe exit procedures
– consultation and feedback
Organisational policies focuses upon stopping the work and connecting with helping
authorities. Every worker on site have the responsibility to inform about accident or
hazard occurrence at work site. Evacuation of workers from construction site.
Following all the norms and guidelines which are made to tackle any kind of accident or
hazard. Following all the safety procedures during accident.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 3.7
State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to the work
 Water extinguishers which have red band and for fires related to solid materials,
foods etc.
 Blue band extinguishers which are required for fire related to electrical wires,
high volatile liquids etc.
 Black carbon dioxide extinguishers also associated with electrical fire.
Unit Assessment Criteria
A/503/1170 3.8
State how and when the different types of fire extinguishers are used in
accordance with legislation and official guidance
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Black carbon dioxide extinguishers also associated with electrical fire. Extinguishers are
used by removing the pin from the top and pressing on the handle while pointing it at
fire. It should be ensured that it won't affect other people on construction site. Proper
training should be provided to workers to used them.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 1.3
Describe the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information
and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
Various methods are used to report hazards and incidents at workplace which are
mentioned below:
 Risk assessments
 Meetings with supervisors
 Meetings on site with staff members
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 1.4
Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, plans, risk assessments, method statements, specifications, schedules, site inspection
reports, manufacturers' information, regulations and official guidance associated with protecting
work areas
Job specification is basically a description of of quality and details of
materials that are required for construction.
Method statements makes sure that the precautions are being
taken in order to reduce the risks.
Risk assessment is basically a process of identifying the potential
risk involved in a task.
Manufacturer's information is on the product that states the
usage of the product.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 2.1
Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting
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In the workplace, they must use PPE and also provide breathing
process as required. Risk assessment must be done in order to
commence the business.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 2.2
Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
The organization must cover sit security and further provide the
facility of night site operators. The tools must be stored safely
and securely.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 2.3
Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making reports.
If injury takes place, it should be reported to the foreman and
further the first aid must be provided. In case of serious injury,
ambulance must be called.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 3.3
Explain why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to establishing work area protection and safety, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation and general
work environment, in relation to:
 – collective protective measures
 – personal protective equipment (PPE)
 – respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
 – local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
Collective protective measures are used for safety of employees from any kind of fire
hazard. Personal protective equipment are necessary for safety of workers during
construction as it helps in affecting their respiratory system. Respiratory protective
equipment are important for protect workers form toxic and irritant vapors such as
gases, dusts etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
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T/503/9560 3.4
Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with
the given instructions.
They must be provided with proper training regarding the
equipments. The equipments must be available to the employees.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 3.5
Describe how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
In case of fire, alarms must be raised and extinguisher must be
used.
In case of spillages, appropriate cleaning substance must be
used.
In case of accidents, first aid must be provided.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 4.2
Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
 – safety and security barriers
 – protection and safety notices
 – temporary structures
 – signs and lighting
 – hand and/or powered tools and equipment.
It must be maintained to keep the work as per standard. It
can be used fro transferring equipments and materials.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 4.3
Describe how the resources should be used correctly and how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
The resources must be used in accordance with the instruction of
the manufacturer and the issues must be reported to the site manager.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 4.4
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Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
It helps in preventing theft of materials and ensures that the
productivity is maintained along with the usage of correct materials.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 4.5
Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work.
These include injury from tools, slipping, tripping that may be caused
through incorrect manual handling as well as exposure to hazardous
products.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 4.6
Describe how to calculate quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to
establish work area protection and safety.
The quantity and length are defined in aspect of the requirement
of the manufacturer that facilitate safety and security.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 5.4
Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions.
The equipments can be kept dry and well stacked so that the products
are not twisted. The stacks must not be too high to avoid trembling.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 5.5
Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
It should be carried safely and the right steps must be used for
the recycling processes. The waste need to moved correctly through
proper lifting aids.
Unit Assessment Criteria
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T/503/9560 6.2
Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation
to: – types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times – organisational procedures for
reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme.
These help in showing the end and start time of a task. The
event charts provide assurance of work completion.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 7.5
Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
– plan for the protection and the safety of the work and surrounding environment
– install, check and maintain the protection and safety equipment
– dismantle and remove protection and safety equipment
– install safety notices
– install lighting systems
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment – work at height
– use access equipment.
The safe and healthy practices are carried out under the
guidance of the manufacturer. The problems must be reported to
the foreman.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 7.6
Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when
establishing work area protection and safety.
It is very important for the occupations to communicate with each
other and understand the needs. The objective can be achieved
while making sure that people are aware about plans,
requirements and deadlines. Training sessions, toolbox
discussions are a must.
Unit Assessment Criteria
T/503/9560 7.7
Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when establishing work area protection and
safety.
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The equipments can be kept dry and well stacked so that the products
are not twisted. The stacks must not be too high to avoid trembling.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 1.3
Describe the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information
and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
The information must be reported and rectified about the
unsuitable information and resources and further the ways in which
they can be implemented.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 1.4
Describe different types of information, their sources and how they are interpreted in relation to: –
drawings, risk assessments, method statements, specifications, schedules, manufacturers'
information and regulations governing the installation and construction of drainage systems.
Job specification is basically a description of of quality and details of
materials that are required for construction.
Method statements makes sure that the precautions are being
taken in order to reduce the risks.
Risk assessment is basically a process of identifying the potential
risk involved in a task.
Manufacturer's information is on the product that states the
usage of the product.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 2.1
Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards, whilst working: – in
the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
Correct PPE should be used as per health and safety
regulations. Manual handling can be very dangerous at times
while following risk management.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 2.2
Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
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The tools and equipments must be kept safely. The protection can
be done by keeping products dry and avoid twisting. Also they must be
stacked properly and kept straight in order to avoid damage for the
products.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 2.3
Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making reports.
The reports are to be maintained by the foreman. The accidents must be reported to the
manufacturer or the foreman and also put in as notes. In case of serious injuries, the
ambulance must be called.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 3.3
Explain why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to installing drainage, and the types, purpose and limitations of
each type, the work situation and general work environment, in relation to:
 – collective protective measures
 – personal protective equipment (PPE)
 – respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
 – local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
Collective protective measures are used for safety of employees from any kind of fire
hazard. Personal protective equipment are necessary for safety of workers during
construction as it helps in affecting their respiratory system. Respiratory protective
equipment are important for protect workers form toxic and irritant vapors such as
gases, dusts etc.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 3.4
Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with
the given instructions.
The health and safety equipments must be used properly and as
and when required rather than wasting unnecessarily. The employees
must be trained properly regarding the safety instruments as per the
proper guidance.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 3.5
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Describe how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
In case of fire, alarms must be raised and extinguisher must be
used.
In case of spillages, appropriate cleaning substance must be
used.
In case of accidents, first aid must be provided.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 4.2
Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
 – pipes, fittings and ancillary components
 – pre-cast (metal, concrete, clay or plastic) components
 – bricks, blocks and sandbags
 – granular materials, aggregates, cement, concrete, mortars and sand
 sealant materials (adhesives, compounds, solvents) hand and/or powered tools and
equipment.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 4.3
Describe how the resources should be used correctly and how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
The reports are to be maintained by the foreman. The accidents must be reported to the
manufacturer or the foreman and also put in as notes. In case of serious injuries, the
ambulance must be called.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 4.4
Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
The tools and equipments must be used after proper training and
after the recommendations as well as RAMS provided from the
side of the manufacturer. The tools must be used only for the
purpose they are manufactured for.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 4.5
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Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work.
If the regulations are not followed properly, then it may lead to
tripping, slipping and falling. Injuries may take place in absence of PPE.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 4.6
Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure
to install drainage.
The company would be specified the height, length and number of lifts
required and also they must be built in compliance with the health and
safety policy.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 5.4
Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions.
The equipments can be kept in dry and safe situations. The
equipments can be stacked at low piles in order avoid trembling.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 5.5
Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
The disposal of waste is quite important to ensure recycling of
materials as per the nature of the goods. The organisation must comply
with its waste management policies.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 6.2
Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation
to: – types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times – organisational procedures for
reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme.
These help in showing the end and start time of a task. The event
charts provide assurance of work completion.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 7.5
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Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
– excavate trenches and provide trench support
– confirm ground conditions, site and excavations are suitable for the drainage installation work
– prepare bedding for pipework – determine levels and gradients
– identify the differences between surface and foul water drainage
– lay, position, level, plumb, align, fit, fix and secure new and replacement drainage systems
– construct structures of a drainage system (storm alleviation, culverts, inspection chambers, lateral
drains, overflows, sumps, filter drains, sustainable urban drainage systems)
Applying safe work practices Follow Procedures Report Problems
Establish authority required to rectify
 Power tools Follow instructions
 Ensure trained to use
 Ensure blades are kept sharp, all leads have no splits. Safety
guards are available and in good working order Ensure pat tested
To site foreman first. Manufacturer if required Foreman
 Electrician to get pat tested.
 Manufacturer
 Voltage requirements Preferred 110 voltage for all power tools on
site Competent to use tools, Ensure new staff aware of
regulations As Above As above
 Set up machines in preparation for use Dust extraction kits to be
used if required.
 Ensure automatic feeds are set correctly. Ensure check in good
working order, guards in place, no lose wiring.
 Staff trained in set up and use. Follow manufacturing set up
guidelines for each piece of equipment
 Ensure all equipment is maintained appropriately as per
instructions.
 Fix and secure work Use G cramps to secure wood to bench.
Health and safety procedures Ensure G cramps in working order.
And secured properly Inform foreman if any problems.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 7.6
Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
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– assemble pre-cast components (metal, concrete, clay and plastic) of a drainage system structure
(inspection chambers, street iron work)
– connect and seal new systems to existing systems
– conduct smoke, water, ball, air mandrel and close circuit television tests on drainage systems
– work with plant and machinery
Safety work practice is a set guideline to help workers perform tasks
that may not require step by step procedure. They must be applied
when cutting and shaping materials by ensuring guard rails are kept
close to the saw blades, not exposing the saw. If changing blades,
router bits etc always ensure power is turned off first. Ensure PPE is
worn when handling blades and hazardous tools and material. Ensure
trained in safe use of tools and changing accessories. When using
templates, profiles and jigs you must make sure they are correctly
cramped to work place. If work becomes lose this could be dangerous.
When operating fixed machines, the same principles apply, ensure all
blades and guards are fixed correctly. Ensure dust extraction is in
working order when using fixed machines. Working at height increases
risk of injury, use harness and hard hats as required. Make sure correct
height adjusting equipment, ladders or scaffolding is set correctly.
Problems with all of the above would be reported through site foreman
and manager and written in site safety book. Any damaged equipment
would be removed and labelled as not working.
Site health and safety procedures are there for the safe management of
staff on site. The procedures guide employees as they are a series of
steps that guide you from start to finish of a job in chronological order.
All employees must know site rules, attend tool box talks and
understand the reporting procedures.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 7.7
Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when
installing drainage.
It is very important for the occupations to communicate with each
other and understand the needs. The objective can be achieved while
making sure that people are aware about plans, requirements and
deadlines. Training sessions, toolbox discussions are a must.
Unit Assessment Criteria
Y/504/6775 7.8
Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when installing drainage.
The equipments and the accessories must be kept clean and a
drain guard must be used.
Unit Assessment Criteria
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D/600/8281 1.3
State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
The organisational procedure can be developed through access to
site foreman, tool box talk events as well as communication books.
These are implemented by all the employees in compliance with the
rules.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 1.4
Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to: –
specifications, current legislation, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers'
information.
Job specification is basically a description of of quality and details
of materials that are required for construction.
Method statements makes sure that the precautions are being
taken in order to reduce the risks.
Risk assessment is basically a process of identifying the potential
risk involved in a task.
Manufacturer's information is on the product that states the
usage of the product.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 2.1
Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, at height, in confined areas, with tools and equipment, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling.
Correct PPE need to be used in accordance with the health and
safety policies. Manual handling must be done in accordance with the
risk assessment.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 2.2
Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
The organization must provide site security and further employ
night site operatives if the risk pertains. The tools must be stored
safely when not in use.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 2.3
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State what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making reports.
In case, an injury occurs it must be reported to the foreman
and first aid must be provided. In case of serious injuries,
ambulance must be called and further measures must be taken to
avoid similar injury in future.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 3.2
Explain why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and dismantling access/working platforms, and the types, purpose and limitations of each
type.
It must be used in order to avoid risk and injuries at the
organization while performing a task.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 3.3
State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
In case of fire, alarms must be raised and extinguisher must
be used.
In case of spillages, appropriate cleaning substance must be
used.
In case of accidents, first aid must be provided.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 4.1
Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– ladders/crawler boards
– stepladders/platform steps
– trestles
– proprietary staging/podiums
– proprietary towers
– mobile scaffold towers
– protection equipment and notices – tools and ancillary equipment.
CHARACTERISTICS QUALITY USES LIMITATIONS DEFECTS
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LADDERS/
CRAWLER
BOARDS
Route to success High Skills Complex
environment
Possible
STEPLADDERS/
PLATFORM
STEPS
Area to success Moderate Abilitie
s
Competition Possible
TRESTLES Rigid frame Low Skills Uncertain
environment
Possible
PROPRIETARY
STAGING/PODIU
MS
Staging Moderate Abilitie
s
Complex Possible
PROPRIETARY
TOWERS
Simple tube High Profes
sional
knowl
edge
Uncertainties Possible
MOBILE
SCAFFOLD
TOWERS
Online platform Moderate Knowl
edge
Competition Possible
PROTECTION
EQUIPMENT AND
NOTICES
Protection against
health and safety
High Profes
sional
skills
Dynamic
environment
High risk
TOOLS AND
ANCILLARY
EQUIPMENT
Controls hazardous
waste storage
Moderate Profes
sional
knowl
edge
External
forces
Possible
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 4.3
State how the resources should be used correctly, how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures are used.
The resources must be used in proper sequence as per the
recommendations of the manufacturer. The defects must be reported
instantly and the equipments must be avoided as well as marked
defective.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 4.4
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Outline potential hazards associated with the resources and method of work.
If the regulations are not followed properly, then it may lead to
tripping, slipping and falling. Injuries may take place in absence of PPE.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 4.5
Describe how to calculate quantity of equipment required associated with the method/procedure to
erect and dismantle access equipment/working platforms.
The company would be specified the height, length and number of
lifts required and also they must be built in compliance with the health
and safety policy.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 5.3
Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions.
The protection can be done by keeping products dry and avoid
twisting. Also they must be stacked properly and kept straight in order
to avoid damage for the products.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 5.5
State why the disposal of waste should be carried out in relation to the work.
The disposal of waste is quite important to ensure recycling of
materials as per the nature of the goods. The organisation must comply
with its waste management policies.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 6.2
State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: –
organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme.
The purpose is to reflect the commencement and completion
timings of the operation. The programme will further help in
identifying the problems as well as progress and also enable to
plan material plant as well as personnel.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 7.3
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Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– provide protection to the work area – establish a base for equipment
– erect proprietary access equipment to manufacturer’s instructions suitable for the work
– erect non-proprietary access equipment suitable for the work
– place protective screens and notices
– check/monitor equipment during the period of use
– dismantle and store access equipment – use tools and equipment
– work at height.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 7.5
State the needs of other occupations and how to communicate within a team when erecting and
dismantling access/working platforms.
It is very important for the occupations to communicate with each
other and understand the needs. The objective can be achieved while
making sure that people are aware about plans, requirements and
deadlines. Training sessions, toolbox discussions are a must.
Unit Assessment Criteria
D/600/8281 7.6
Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when erecting and dismantling
access/working platforms
The tools and equipments must be used after proper
training and after the recommendations as well as RAMS provided
from the side of the manufacturer. The tools must be used only
for the purpose they are manufactured for.
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