• Inhaling asbestos fibres has potential to cause asbestos-related diseases such as cancers of the lungs and chest lining.

  • A confined space is any place of an enclosed nature where there is a risk of death or serious personal injury from exposure to hazardous substances or dangerous conditions.

  • The process of moving earth, rock or other materials from a site to form an open face, hole or cavity using tools, equipment or explosives.

  • The law requires you to adequately control exposure to materials in the workplace that may cause ill health. Harmful substances can be present in anything from paints and cleaners to dust, fumes, blood or waste.

  • Welding, cutting, and other hot works pose hazards including burns, fires, explosions, harmful fumes, and eye damage from intense light exposure.

  • Loading bays can pose several safety hazards. See the key hazards and corresponding safety measures to mitigate these risks.

  • The manual handling of loads is a major cause of injury in the workplace.

  • A method statement is a document that outlines how specific tasks will be carried out safely.

  • Whether making changes to an existing structure or building new structures, a robust project-specific plan is needed.