Publisher's Synopsis
A-Z of Health & Safety for High-Risk Environments is a comprehensive guide to assist employers whose working environment have hazards, that if not properly controlled, will result in fatalities or at the very least serious injury. A-Z of Health & Safety for High-Risk Environments is divided into three parts.Each part has its own contents list and is clearly indexed so you can quickly find what you need. Part I: Takes you through general background information and related risk assessment procedures. Part II: Summarises key legislation relating to a particular Module, hazard or working environment. Part III: Is the main tool for checking what you have to consider for each hazard, ranging from Abrasive Wheels to Specialist PPE. Modules Include: Abrasive Wheels Accidents and Incidents Asbestos Biological Agents Carcinogens Chemical Agents Confined Spaces Construction Demolition Display Screen Equipment Electricity Excavation Fire First Aid General Equipment Lifting Equipment Manual Handling Night Work and Shift Work Noise Personal Protective Equipment Pregnant Employess Pressurised Plant Systems Signs Workplace Work Equipment Working at Heights Young Persons
