What you'll be able to do

• Apply relevant health and safety legislation in the workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: AC1.1 identify which workplace health and safety procedures are relevant to the working environment and comply with their duties and obligations as defined by current legislation and organisational procedures AC1.2 produce a risk assessment and method statement in accordance with organisational procedures for a given work activity AC1.3 work within the requirements of: a. risk assessments b. method statements c. safe systems of work.
• Assess the work environment for hazards and identify remedial actions in accordance with Health and Safety legislation Assessment criteria The learner can: AC2.1 identify unsafe situations and conditions and take remedial actions AC2.2 assess the work environment and revise work practices accordingly to take into account hazards which could cause harm, including the handling of potentially hazardous: a. materials b. tools c. equipment. AC2.3 identify any hazards which may present a high risk and report their presence to relevant persons who have overall responsibility for health and safety in the workplace AC2.4 apply measures to control health and safety hazards AC2.5 select and use correct personal protective equipment
• Apply methods and procedures to ensure work on site is in accordance with health and safety legislation Assessment criteria The learner can: AC3.1 demonstrate a level of personal conduct and behaviour within the workplace, to ensure that the health and safety of themselves and others is not endangered AC3.2 apply procedures to ensure the safe use, maintenance and storage of tools, plant and equipment as stipulated in: a. workplace policies (company and site) b. supplier information c. manufacturer’s instructions. AC3.3 comply with information, warning, mandatory instruction and prohibition notices AC3.4 apply procedures to ensure the safety of the work location through the correct use of guards barriers and notices AC3.5 use access equipment correctly
• Work in accordance with environmental legislation for electrical services Assessment criteria The learner can: AC4.1 demonstrate appropriate procedures for the safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and products, in accordance with one of the following: • Environmental Protection Act • the Hazardous Waste Regulations • Pollution Prevention and Control Act • Control of Pollution Act • the Control of Noise at Work Regulations • Environment Act.

What you'll be able to do

• Understand how relevant legislation applies in the workplace Assessment criteria The learner can: AC1.1 identify roles and responsibilities with regard to current relevant health and safety legislation AC1.2 identify roles and responsibilities with regard to relevant environmental legislation
• Understand the procedures for dealing with environmental and health and safety situations in the work environment Assessment criteria The learner can: AC2.1 state the procedures that should be followed in the case of accidents which involve injury, including requirements for the treatment of electric shock/electrical burns AC2.2 specify appropriate procedures which should be followed when emergency situations occur in the workplace AC2.3 state the actions to be taken in situations which exceed their level of responsibility for health and safety in the workplace AC2.4 specify appropriate responsible persons to whom health and safety and welfare related matters should be reported. AC2.5 describe the ways in which the environment may be affected by work activities AC2.6 specify the current requirements and good working practices for processing waste on site AC2.7 explain why it is important to report any hazards to the environment that arise from work procedures
• Demonstrate and understand the procedures for establishing a safe working environment Assessment criteria The learner can: AC3.1 state the procedure for producing risk assessments and method statements in accordance with their level of responsibility AC3.2 describe the procedures that should be taken to remove or minimise risks before deciding PPE is needed AC3.3 state the purpose of PPE AC3.4 specify the appropriate protective clothing and equipment that is required for identified work tasks AC3.5 state the first aid facilities that must be available in the work area in accordance with health and safety regulations AC3.6 explain why it is important not to misuse first aid equipment/supplies and to replace first aid supplies once used AC3.7 describe and demonstrate safe practices and procedures for the use of equipment and materials in the working environment AC3.8 specify and demonstrate the procedures for ensuring electrical systems are safe to work on AC3.9 state the implications of: a. carrying out safe isolation procedures b. not carrying out safe isolation procedures.
• Understand the requirements for identifying and dealing with hazards in the work environment Assessment criteria The learner can: AC4.1 identify warning pictograms for hazardous substances, as defined by the GB (Great Britain) CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) Regulation AC4.2 define what is meant by the term hazard in relation to health and safety legislation in the workplace AC4.3 identify specific hazards associated with the installation and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment AC4.4 describe situations which can constitute a hazard in the workplace AC4.5 explain practices and procedures for addressing hazards in the work place (inferred through practical) AC4.6 identify the correct type of fire extinguisher for a particular type of fire AC4.7 explain situations where asbestos may be encountered AC4.8 specify the procedures for dealing with the suspected presence of asbestos in the workplace