Identify the two forms of asbestos you could come across

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CPCCWHS2001 Apply Whs requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

KNOWLEDGE TEST
Answer each of the questions below. You need to answer all questions correctly to receive a satisfactory outcome for this task.

1. Identify the name of the WHS legislation and regulations in your state or territory.
Legislation:
Regulations:

2. Identify the name of the WHS authority in your state or territory.

3. Identify the name of the environmental/sustainability legislation relevant to your state or territory.

4. Identify the two forms of asbestos you could come across on a work site.

5. For each form of asbestos you identified, list two ways in which they were used as part of the building process.
Form 1:
Form 2:

6. Between what time period were asbestos-containing materials used in residential and commercial buildings?

7. All states and territories, with the exception of the ACT, have an allowance where asbestos can be removed without having a licence. What is the requirement in order to meet this allowance?

8. Describe the procedures you should follow if you encounter materials on site that you believe contain asbestos.

9. It is a requirement of Work Health and Safety Regulations that safety data sheets (SDSs) are kept on site. Explain the purpose of SDSs and what they contain.
10. List the procedures you should follow when using choosing the tools and equipment for your work.

11. If you find a tool or piece of equipment that is damaged or faulty, what should you do?

12. Explain why it is important to maintain a clean workplace and perform regular ‘housekeeping' of your work area.

13. In Australia we have six different types of fire extinguishers. Each extinguisher has its own colour band. For each extinguisher, identify the type of fire suppression and what classes/types of fires they can be used on.
Red

Blue

Yellow

Black

White

Oatmeal

14. Where can you find information on site about emergency communication systems, and what type of information is generally available?

15. Outline the standard emergency procedures that should be followed on site should an accident occur (such as an accident that causes injury or significant site damage).

16. Outline three things you can do to make sure you are following site procedures and applying sustainable work practices.

Practical task

This task requires you to demonstrate that you can work safely as per legislative requirements, site safety policies and procedures, SDSs,
JSEAs/SWMSs, manufacturer instructions and other safety-related site documentation.

You will need to demonstrate your safe work skills on three separate and different occasions. Your assessor will give you the plans, specs, work instructions and other information you need for each job.

As part of the task, you will need to demonstrate safe and correct use of tools, equipment and materials and application of safe work practices. You are required to demonstrate a range of knowledge and skills, including:

• identifying, assessing and reporting hazards and risks to designated personnel
• taking action to control risks as per workplace requirements
• contributing to WHS reports
• identifying hazardous materials and following safe handling procedures as appropriate
• applying appropriate measures to control risks and construction hazards
• using site signage and symbols to immediately secure hazardous materials
• selecting, correctly fitting and using the right PPE for the work to be undertaken
• working with others on site to choose the right tools, equipment and materials for the work to be undertaken
• setting up the correct signs and barricades in the right location/s
• following work instructions (including SDSs, JSEAs, SWMSs) to complete work tasks
• following manufacturer's instructions, Australian Standards and work site regulations in regards to plant and equipment guards
• following site signage and symbols when completing work tasks
• clearing and maintaining work site to ensure site safety
• following environmental management plans and relevant procedures when clearing and maintaining the site.

Attachment:- Policies and procedures in the construction industry.rar

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