UNIT 201: HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE IN CONSTRUCTION 01

UNIT 201 : HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE IN CONSTRUCTION

Learners will follow a Tutor lead demonstration and use handouts/ visual aids to aid in understanding what is expected from each learner.​

Tutor will lead a Pedagogy approach to aid learners closely who require help. Tutor will lead a Heutagogy approach for learners who are more independent and require a facilitated approach.​

INTENT

IMPLEMENTATION

IMPACT

ALL :
SOME :
MOST :

Learners will develop health and safety knowledge and improve clear communication using quiz/questions/tasks to expand to test knowledge and understanding of the topic and verbal communication. ​

SESSION PLAN

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UNIT 201 : HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE IN CONSTRUCTION

Topics Included :

1. The health and safety regulations, roles and responsibilities.

2. Accident and emergency reporting procedures and documentation.

3. Identifying hazards in the workplace.

4. Health and welfare in the workplace.

5. Handling materials and equipment safely.

6. Access equipment and working at heights.

7. Working with electrical equipment in the workplace.

8. Using personal protective equipment (PPE).

9. The cause of fire and fire emergency procedures.

INJURY & FATALITIES IN CONSTRUCTION
(Accident and emergency reporting procedures and documentation.)

Poll

Which of the following types of accident leads to the most fatalities (Deaths) on a building site?

• Slips, Trips & Falls

• Struck by a falling/ moving object

• A collapse

• Electricity

• Being hit by a vehicle

INJURY & FATALITIES IN CONSTRUCTION

Employees and subcontractors must work in a safe manner, Not only must they wear the PPE that their employers provide but they must also look after it and report any damage to it. Importantly, employees must not be charged for anything given to them or done for them by the employer in relation to safety.

PPE
(PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT)
1992

PPE
(PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT)
1992

EXAMPLES OF PPE:

SAFETY BOOTS

HIGH VIS

SAFETY GLASSES

GLOVES

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION / DUST MASK

Multiple Choice

What is the primary reason for wearing safety boots on a construction site?

• To keep feet warm in cold weather

• To protect feet from falling objects and punctures

• To provide extra comfort during long shifts

• To adhere to the company's dress code

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to wear safety glasses on a construction site?

• To improve vision in low-light conditions

• To protect eyes from dust, debris, and chemical splashes

• To look professional and uniform

• To prevent fogging in humid environments

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of wearing a hard hat on a construction site?

• To protect the head from falling objects and impacts

• To keep the head cool in hot weather

• To identify different job roles by color

• To comply with fashion trends

Multiple Choice

Why is wearing respiratory protection important on a construction site?

• To reduce noise levels

• To keep the face warm in cold weather

• To prevent inhaling harmful dust, fumes, and chemicals

• To improve breathing efficiency during physical tasks

FIRST AID
AND
FIRST-AID KITS

​First aid should only be applied by someone trained in first aid. Even a minor Injury could become infected and therefore should be cleaned and a dressing applied. If any cut or injury shows signs of infection, becomes inflamed or painful seek medical attention.

FIRST AID
AND
FIRST-AID KITS

An employers first aid needs should be assessed to indicate whether a first aider (someone trained in first aid) is necessary. The minimum requirement is to appoint a person to take charge of first-aid arrangements. The role of this appointed person includes looking after the first-aid equipment and facilities and calling the emergency services when required.

FIRST AID
AND
FIRST-AID KITS

First-aid kits vary according to the size of the workforce. First-aid boxes should not contain tablets or medicines.

-Burn dressing
-Resuscitation face shield
-Nitrate gloves
-Plasters
-Eye wash
-Foil blanket

​-Bandages
-Cleaning wipes
- Microporous tape
-Safety pins
-Scissors

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should NOT be inside of a first aid kit?

• Bandages

• Eye Wash

• Tablets / Medicines

• Scissors

Multiple Choice

First aid should only be applied by someone trained as a first aider, True or False?

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Why is wearing respiratory protection important on a construction site?

• To reduce noise levels

• To keep the face warm in cold weather

• To prevent inhaling harmful dust, fumes, and chemicals

• To improve breathing efficiency during physical tasks

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to wear safety glasses on a construction site?

• To improve vision in low-light conditions

• To protect eyes from dust, debris, and chemical splashes

• To look professional and uniform

• To prevent fogging in humid environments

Multiple Choice

What is the primary reason for wearing safety boots on a construction site?

• To keep feet warm in cold weather

• To protect feet from falling objects and punctures

• To provide extra comfort during long shifts

• To adhere to the company's dress code

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

• Identify risks in the workplace

• Tell the worker step by step instructions on how to complete a task

• To record accidents

• Tell you what materials are needed to complete a job

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