You must be able to:

  • comply with the relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out the work and maintain safe and healthy work practices relating to the following:

    • methods of work

    • safe use of health and safety control equipment

    • safe use of access equipment

    • safe use, storage and handling of materials

    • specific risk to health

    • specific risks associated with the asbestos containing materials and other harmful particulates

Next: Knowledge

You must know and understand:

  • information for relevant current legislation, official guidance and how it is applied

  • an awareness of health and safety regulations, including:

    • control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).

    • fire safety

    • hazards and risks

    • health and Safety at Work Act

    • provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).

    • reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR).

    • safe systems of work

    • site inductions

    • toolbox talks

    • risk assessments

    • method statements

    • hazard identification in the work area

  • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond in relation to:

    • fires, spillages, injuries

    • emergencies relating to occupational activities

    • identification of and reporting of asbestos containing materials and other harmful particulates

  • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to:

    • operatives

    • site

    • workplace

    • vehicles

    • company

    • customer

    • the general public

  • how to report risks and hazards identified by the following:

    • risk assessments

    • methods of work

    • personal assessment

    • manufacturers’ technical information

    • statutory regulations

    • official guidance

    • control of substances hazardous to Health (COSHH)

    • reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)

  • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report

  • why, when and how health and safety control equipment identified by the principles of prevention should be used in relation to:

    • collective protective measures

    • personal protective equipment (PPE)

    • respiratory protective equipment (RPE)

    • local exhaust ventilation (LEV)

  • the organisational procedures when dealing with potential accidents, health hazards and the environmental impact on site, and whilst working:

    • below ground level

    • in confined spaces

    • at height

    • with tools and equipment

    • with materials and substances

    • with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting

  • the legislative boundaries regarding capabilities and compliance with gas, electrics and general refurbishments

  • awareness of mental health issues and common symptoms and warning signs of stress, anxiety and depression, plus where to go for help and the resources available