Documentation and Reporting Flashcards
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When must a F10 notification be submitted to the HSE for a construction project?
Answer: Before any construction work begins
Under CDM 2015, the F10 notification must be submitted to the HSE before the construction phase begins for notifiable projects.
Which document records the findings of a risk assessment and the control measures in place?
Answer: Risk assessment record
A risk assessment record formally documents the identified hazards, who might be harmed, and the control measures implemented.
How long must accident records be retained under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)?
Answer: 3 years
RIDDOR requires that records of reportable incidents be kept for a minimum of 3 years from the date of the entry.
What is the primary purpose of a toolbox talk record?
Answer: To demonstrate that safety briefings were given and attendance was recorded
Toolbox talk records provide evidence that workers received safety briefings on specific topics and confirm attendance.
Under CDM 2015, what must the health and safety file contain at project completion?
Answer: Information needed for future construction, maintenance, and demolition work
The health and safety file must contain information useful for future construction, maintenance, and demolition of the structure.
A near-miss that resulted in no injury should be:
Answer: Recorded and investigated to prevent recurrence
Near-misses must be recorded and investigated because they indicate potential for serious injury if conditions are not corrected.
What information must a site visitor sign-in register typically capture?
Answer: Name, purpose of visit, and signature
A site visitor register typically captures the visitor's name, purpose of visit, and signature to account for all persons on site.