1. Unit 1001 Safe working practices in construction © Pearson Education 2010 Printing and photocopying permitted Learning Outcome 4 Know about health and hygiene

2. Unit 1001 Safe working practices in construction © Pearson Education 2010 Printing and photocopying permitted Staying healthy Washing hands regularly is the easiest way of staying healthy. This prevents hazardous substances from entering your body. Always wash your hands after going to the toilet and before eating and drinking.

3. Unit 1001 Safe working practices in construction © Pearson Education 2010 Printing and photocopying permitted Welfare facilities Welfare facilities are covered by the CDM Regulations. Employers must provide: ●toilets – for men and women, with flushing water ●washing facilities – a basin with hot and cold water to wash hands, face and forearms ●drinking water – either from a tap or bottled ●storage/dry room – where workers can store clothes ●lunch area – for taking breaks away from work. What would happen if one of these wasn’t there?

4. Unit 1001 Safe working practices in construction © Pearson Education 2010 Printing and photocopying permitted Substance abuse ●Substance abuse means using alcohol or drugs incorrectly. ●Drinking or drug taking at work can be highly dangerous for everyone. ●Even legal drugs, like painkillers, can affect you at work. ●What should you do if you are prescribed a drug by your doctor?

5. Unit 1001 Safe working practices in construction © Pearson Education 2010 Printing and photocopying permitted Effects of noise Damage can be caused by: ●Intense noise – an explosion or very loud noise ●Duration of noise – a quieter noise over a long period can damage hearing How can you avoid damage to your hearing?

6. Unit 1001 Safe working practices in construction © Pearson Education 2010 Printing and photocopying permitted COSHH Regulations 1.Assess the risk 2.Decide on precautions 3.Prevent exposure 4.Use control methods 5.Monitor exposure 6.Carry out health surveillance 7.Prepare plans 8.Keep everyone informed