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Editable PowerPoint Slides for Lecturers By Phil Hughes MBE and Ed Ferrett

6 Chapter Principles of control

Principles of control After reading this chapter, you should be able to: • Describe the general principles of control and a basic hierarchy of risk reduction • Describe what factors should be considered when developing and implementing a safe system of work for general work activities and explain the key elements of a safe system applied to the particular situations of working in confined spaces and lone working • Explain the role and function of a permit-to-work system • Explain the need for emergency procedures and the arrangements for contacting emergency services • Describe the requirements for, and effective provision of, first aid in the workplace.

Figure 6.1When Controls break down

Figure 6.2Proper control of gases and vapours in a laboratory

Figure 6.3Colour categories and shapes of signs

Figure 6.5Falling object and site entrance sign

Figure 6.6Wet or slippery floor signs

Examples of different types of sign Chemical warning signs Fire Safety signs Fire Action signs First Aid signs Mandatory action signs Prohibition signs

Figure 6.11LPG composite sign

Figure 6.13Warning Signs

Figure 6.14Personal Protective Clothing

Figure 6.15Washing facilities

Figure 16Health risks – Checking what’s on the label

Figure 6.17(a)Electrical cabinet locked off

Figure 17(b)Isolation valve locked off

Figure 6.18General Permit to Work example

Figure 6.19Confined space entry rescue tripod and hoist

Figure 6.20Hot Work Permit

Figure 21Emergency rescue service

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Management systems comparisons

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