Engineering Environment Awareness Demonstrate an Understanding of the

Engineering Environment Awareness

Demonstrate an Understanding of the Requirements of an Engineering Organization in Meeting Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations Aims 1. Electrical hazards. 2. Fire prevention. 3. Suitable personal protective equipment. 4. Introduce the “Six Pack Regulation” 5. Introduce health and safety legislations/regulation such as H&S at work act 1974 (HASWA). Objectives 1. List electrical H& S precautions. 2. Identify fire preventions. 3. Suitable PPE. 4. Identify aspects which make up the “Six Pack Regulation” 5. Appreciate legislations & regulation aspects that involve H & S in the engineering workshop.

What is the “Six Pack Regulations” ? The “Six Pack Regulation” consists of: 1. Provision and use of work equipment regulation 1998. 2. Health and safety (display screen equipment regulations 1992. 3. PPE regulations 1992. 4. Management of health and safety at work regulations 1999. 5. Workplace H&S and welfare regulations 1992. 6. Manual handling operations regulations 1992

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 • Part of the 6 -pack, became effective on 1 January 1993. These Regulations require that any machinery, plant, apparatus or tool used in the workplace is safe and suitable for the purpose for which it is provided. All work equipment - machinery and non-machinery - must be regularly maintained, carry appropriate warnings, markings and be adequately ventilated, lit and protected from extremes of temperature if applicable. Work equipment users and operators must receive appropriate training, information and instructions regarding use of the equipment and any possible hazards.

Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 • Part of the EC 6 -pack, became effective on 1 January 1993. Provides guidance as to who can be classed as a display screen user and stipulates minimum equipment specifications (the display screen, keyboard, work surface and chair) and environmental conditions (space, lighting, reflections, noise, heat, radiation and humidity).

Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992 • Part of the EC 6 -pack, became effective on 1 January 1993. It requires that individual protection is provided for any staff required to use potentially hazardous equipment or work in hazardous areas. The use of PPE should only be considered where danger cannot be controlled or modified by any other means - employers should consider it a final resort and not the first, cheapest option. It covers the provision of items such as protective boots, gloves, eye guards, etc.

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992 • A major piece of EC legislation which became effective on 1 January 1993. It forms part of what is commonly referred to as the 'European 6 -pack'. It contains 12 specific Regulations covering: Risk Assessment; Health and Safety Arrangements and Assistance; Health Surveillance; Danger Procedures; Information for Employees - their Duties, Capabilities and Training; advice on Co-operation and Coordination and for persons working in host employers undertakings. One of the main conditions requires that all employers conduct a Risk Assessment and that this should be formally recorded where there are 5 or more employees

Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 • Part of the EC 6 -pack, became effective on 1 January 1993. These Regulations require that employers ensure their workplaces meet the health, safety and welfare needs of their employees and others. It is concerned with such aspects as maintenance, ventilation, temperature, lighting and the provision of adequate washing, sanitary and restroom facilities.

Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 • Part of the EC 6 -pack, became effective on 1 January 1993. It requires that employers act to control the risks posed to employees by inappropriate and uncontrolled lifting, handling and movement. Implementation may require modification of work practices, staff training and the use of appropriate equipment and techniques.