2.1 State TWO functions of a health and safety representative - NSC Electrical Technology Digital - Question 2 - 2021 - Paper 1
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2.1 State TWO functions of a health and safety representative.
2.2 Give TWO examples of human rights in the workplace.
2.3 Differentiate between an unsafe act and ... show full transcript
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Step 1
State TWO functions of a health and safety representative.
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A health and safety representative serves to:
Identify and communicate potential hazards at the workplace to the employer.
Review the effectiveness of health and safety measures.
Step 2
Give TWO examples of human rights in the workplace.
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The right to earn a living wage.
The right to work reasonable hours.
Step 3
Differentiate between an unsafe act and an unsafe condition.
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An unsafe act is an action committed by a person that may lead to an accident or unsafe condition. An unsafe condition, on the other hand, refers to a work-related environmental condition that may lead to or contribute to an accident and/or loss.
Step 4
Name ONE category of risk analysis.
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One category of risk analysis is 'High impact, low probability.'
Step 5
Define danger with reference to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993).
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'Danger' means anything that may cause injury to a person and/or damage to property.
Step 6
Name ONE personal protective item you would use when etching a printed circuit board (PCB).
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