T-Level 1.11 Emergency procedures

What is the primary goal of the Gas Industry Unsafe Situations Procedure (GIUSP)?

• To ensure the profitability of gas companies

• To regulate the prices of gas across the industry

• To provide a framework for dealing safely with gas-related hazards

• To promote the use of gas over other forms of energy

Under the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations (GSIUR), who is responsible for maintaining gas appliances in rented properties?

• The tenant

• The local government

• The landlord

• The gas supply company

What is the first action to take if you smell gas and suspect a gas leak?

• Open all windows and doors to ventilate the area

• Use your phone immediately to call for help while near the suspected leak

• Turn off the gas supply at the meter control valve, if safe to do so

• Light a match to locate the source of the leak

In the event of an electric shock, what is the first thing you should do?

• Touch the person to ground them

• Use a metal object to free the person from the source of electricity

• Ensure the person is no longer in contact with the source of electricity, if safe to do so

• Immediately splash water on the person to reduce the shock

What is the recommended procedure for minor burns?

• Apply ice directly to the burn

• Cover the burn with butter or oils

• Cool the burn under running water for at least 10 minutes

• Expose the burn to sunlight to speed up healing

When should an evacuation be considered in a workplace?

• Only when instructed by a manager

• When there is a fire, gas leak, or other immediate danger

• At the end of every workday

• When employees feel like they need a break

What is the best practice for using electrical equipment in wet conditions?

• Ensure the equipment is fully charged

• Use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) for protection

• Dry the area with a towel before using the equipment

• It is safe as long as the equipment is designed for outdoor use

What should you do if someone is experiencing symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

• Advise them to sleep it off

• Provide them with a cup of coffee or tea

• Move them to fresh air immediately and call emergency services

• Open windows but keep the person in the same location

According to the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations (GSIUR), how often should gas appliances be officially inspected?

• Once a month

• Once every six months

• Annually

• Every two years

What is the first step in administering first aid to someone who is unconscious but breathing?

• Move them onto their back and elevate their legs

• Leave them as they are and call for medical help

• Perform chest compressions immediately

• Place them in the recovery position and call for medical help