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QCF643 Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace

1.3 Describe the different types of technical, product and regulatory information, their source and how they are interpreted.

Complete the table Types	Source (where you got information)	Interpretation (how is the information used) Technical and Product information (Manual, instructions and Risk assessments etc.) •	Notice boards on site. •	Discussed in the induction talk by a site supervisor. •	Digital versions held in main office.

This information is used so that the correct PPE is worn such as steel toe capped boots, hard hat, high viz vest as well as hand protection. As well as having the knowledge of the site such as emergency procedures. Regulatory information (Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Manual Handling Regs, COSHH)	The health and safety should be on display in the head office. Also, will be discussed in the tool box talk given by the site supervisors.

This will be available in the next toolbox talk giving you the correct PPE that must be worn on site. The directions of the fire exit and the disposal of substances in designated skips, as well as COSH skips.

1.4 State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented Comment on what is available in your organization to rectify inappropriate / unsuitable resources – what do you do?

How would you report and rectify incorrect information? Any information given on a task should be taken in before proceeding with a task. But in the event of any incorrect or misplaced information than that should be taken up with a supervisor so it can be resolved.

How would you report and rectify wrong/damaged/incorrect material/tools? In the event of any items being delivered to site that have been damaged or incorrect than it should be reported to the head carpenter or most importantly a site supervisor to worn of the problem to seek the best way of rectifying the problem.

1.5 Describe how to obtain information relating to using and storing lifting aids and equipment. Where can you get information for using and storing?

A)	All information regarding the use of lifting aids and the storage of equipment can be required from the site manager or supervisor from the main office; As well as having a tool box talk on lifting aids. There can also be information on sines, notice boards and on the lifting aid its self.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working: - in the workplace, in confined spaces, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. Comment on your responsibilities

2.1	Description of responsibilities What are your responsibilities when working in the workplace?

My responsibilities are to maintain the safety of myself and others by following all guidance an official company polices.

What are your responsibilities when working in confined spaces?

My responsibilities when working in confined spaces is that the tools that I’m planning on using is the correct size and diameter to enable me to use it more freely, as well as having the correct voltage or battery operated. I also must use the correct materials as well as being aware of the risk of producing dust in a small area so I would need to think about either ventilating the room with fresh air by opening a window and the need to wear a mask if creating dust. But most importantly I must be aware of how my actions will affect those around me.

What are your responsibilities when working below ground level?

Firstly, and formally I must be trained or go on a course to enable me to work below ground. As well as having a look out if working below ground level, and abide by the health and safety legislation.

What are your responsibilities when working at height?

They are to make sure that the area that I will be working on is safe and secure to work on e.g. if I am working on a roof the whole roof must be encased by scaffolding with easy access from the ground to the roof, as well as having hand rails that are waist height. Making sure that the work that I will be doing does not affect others that are working either in the vicinity or right below me, as if I drop any tools or materials it could cause a hazard leading to injuries. I would also have to make sure that the kick bard is secured in place by reducing the risk of dropping any materials and tools. The ladder must be correctly placed with 4 treads (the space between the ladder) above the height I will be working at. And lastly when working at a height I would have to wear a harness to reduce the chance of falling off.

What are your responsibilities when working with power tools, hand tools or equipment?

I should be trained in how to use all power tools that will be used. Making sure that the tools are not damaged, chipped or missing pieces. During the duration of using any power tool the correct PPE must be warn to reduce and minimize the chance of injuries

What are your responsibilities when working with material and substances?

When using materials, they must be used as instructed by the site supervisor, making sure that it safe to use with the correct PPE. Also, I would follow the instructions that come with the material. With substances, I should always make sure that it is not harmful to health that COSHH would cover, the correct PPE should be worn and the correct way of disposal of the substance.

How would you safely lift your materials?

When lifting any materials, I must be aware of the risks that comes with the task if the material is too heavy and if it is lifted manually it could cause damage to your back. If I am manually lifting materials than I would have to lift with the knees with a straight back minimizing the risk of injuring your back. Where manual lifting is not suitable then I would need the help of lifting aids such as forklifts, trolleys and pump trucks.

2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative

A)	By law all sites wither big or small must have a dry room in which they can leave their personal beelining’s in a lockable locker as well as place to store their PPE.

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports.

A)	Due to legal requirement regarding RIDDOR (the reporting of injures, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations 2013) a site manager/ first aider to report the incident their job is then to have a written copy of the incident in the site injury book as well as the imply having his own copy of then incident.

2.4 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to the work.

A)	There are 6 different tips of fire classes class A,B,C,D,E, and F. the only relevant ones for carpentry is class A which are solids such as wood, paper etc. class C which is gasses and finally class E fiers which means electrical apparatus.

2.5 Describe how and when the different types of fire extinguishers, relevant to the given occupation, are used in accordance with legislation and official guidance.

A)	Unless trained in using fire extinguishers no employee should use it. With a class A fire which is solids a foam fire extinguisher should be used with a foam band. A class C fire should be delta with a dry prouder which has a blue band. Lastly a class E fire which is an electrical fire should be delete with a water based extinguisher which has a read band.

3.4 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used, relating to moving, handling and/or storing resources, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to: 1  collective protective measures 2  personal protective equipment (PPE) 3  respiratory protective equipment (RPE) 4  local exhaust ventilation (LEV).

What PPE would you use on site	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the PPE The mandatory PPE is: •	Hard hat •	High vis vest •	Gloves •	Steal toed caped boots •	Ear protection •	Eye protection •	Dust mask

Before being allowed on site you must be wearing the hard hat, boots and gloves. The reason for the boots is so no sharp objects pears the underside of the boot and the steel protects the toes from a heavy object being dropped on them. •	Restricted movement due to weight. •	Restricted vision due to visual field limitation •	Difficulty communicating due to face protection.

What Respiratory Protective equipment (RPE) would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the RPE I would use a dust mask respirator. Before wearing or being allowed to use one I must first be face fitted.

I could use my mask when using a secular saw when there is a high chance of dust being created and being distributed to the air. I should were it as it prevents the dust that is created from being inhaled into your lungs that can cause berthing problems. •	Difficulty communicating due to face protection.

What Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the LEV •	Hovers. •	Well arid and ventilated room.

When using, a chop saw or secular saw a hover can be connected to the dust extractor to collect the dust. The dust is collected into one place and prevents anyone from inhaling the dust. •	Only carton hovers can be connected to the saws. •	Must be a 110v plug in.

What Collective Protective Measures would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations Make sure that there is a dry lockable place to store all materials. turnstiles to tell when someone comes in and out of site. All employees must use the turnstile to tell the head office who is on site in the event of a fire. Incise of a fire or any non-personnel on site can’t come on site. •	Does not work all the time. •	Reliant on a power supply.

3.5 Describe how the health and safety control equipment relevant to the work should be used in accordance   with the given instructions.

A) when using any health and safety equipment such as fire extinguishers they should only be used by someone how is trained to do so but in there is no one who can use it and you’re by yourself in a life-threatening condition you can, but as all employees have to have a rough Idea on fire extinguishers there shouldn’t be any problems.

3.6 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.

What would you do if there was an emergency in the following? Injuries	Fires	Spillages	Other task-related hazards With any injury’s, they should be reported to main office and reported in the accident book in the site office by a first aider.

In any event of a fire you should go straight to the sites fire assembly point. If you are the first person to notes the fire than you should raise the alarm and vacate the building worming others on the way out. Alert people in the fascinate of the spillage and find a site supervisor or manager to help with the spillage. If you notice any safety hazards on site such as tools laying out unattended, a peace missing from a mobile tower or a cover missing from a scaffolding and many more than a supervisor must be worn immediately to solve the problem.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the occupational resources in relation to: -	lifting and handling aids -	container(s) -	fixing, holding and securing systems.

Lifting and Handling aids	Container(s)	Fixing, holding and securing systems Characteristics (Types)

There are many types of lifting and handling aids such as: •	Forklifts •	Pump trucks •	Troels •	Karin’s

There are many different types of containers depending on their use the come in a variety of different sizes. There are many different types of fixing, holding and securing systems such as: •	Nails •	Screws •	Bolts •	Adhesive glues •	Clamps •	Vices •	Bench hooks Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for)

All the above are different types of lifting and moving aids that will help reduce the damage to employees when lifting heavy and difficult objects such as timber and other materials. Fore large objects a fork lift or krain will be used.

A container is commonly used for the storage and housing of materials and tools that will be used on site. But can also be used as offices for different contractors. All the above is of good quality as they will be used to binned and join materials together ether permanently or temporarily. As well as being used to hold the material down or into one place as it is ether being secured or worked on. Sustainability (life of product)

If for example a forklift is kept clean and maintained there will be no need for it to be repaired so it is sustainable, except for the petrol that is used for it to run which relics CO2 which is bad for the environment Depending on the matinees of the container will increase the life span of the container, as it is made of metal and there is a high chance of rust.

The sustainability of galvanised screws and nails are fare greater than those of ordinary nails and screws as they are coated with zinc to prevent corrosion and rust. Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

A forklift is parity durable as it gets about site, but due to materials on site there is a high chance that the tiers could become puncher. As well as the reach of the boom is restricted by the size of the forklift.

The limitation of it is its size and weight, depending on the size of the site will the determine the size of the container. As well as the soil conditions on site. Depending on what the screws and nails are used for and the thickness of the timber they will be securing will depend on what size thickness and length screw/ nail that will be needed. Any damaged or imperfections will not be used and put aside.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems associated with the resources are reported.

How would you make sure that you are moving something correctly	Before moving any materials, you should always remember back to the site induction and how the site says it’s safe to lift any materials. Most materials come with instructions on the best and correct way of handling and moving materials. If you are unsure on the correct way of handling the material and wish to check that you are doing it in a safe way you should always check with a site supervisor.

How would you report problems with tools or materials? If there are any problems with materials or tools a head supervisor of the company that I’m working with should be informed as well as informing a site supervisor so they can correct the wrong doing between themselves. I would also have photographic of the damaged material or tool to show the head office.

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Why have company procedures been made and how they are used for the selection of resources?

A)	All organisational procedures have been developed to comply with the Health and Safety act. They must be tried and tested beforehand.

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work.

Explain some hazards to do with power tools, materials or hand tools? Resources (tools, materials etc.)	Method of work (Doing the job) When dealing with tools you must make sure that they are shared and not chipped as this is how it causes the biggest hazard as the tool does not work as it would have and could jump and cut your hand. Making sure there are no cracks, broken and the cable is not broken or cut with loos cables on the tool that your planning on using as these are hazardous to health as you could reserve a fatal electrical shock and the tool will not work correctly which could affect the material to fling upwards causing a hazard.

The main hazard on site are trips, cuts and falling from heights. You must be wear of all surroundings making sure that the aria that you’re working in is not restricting any one’s way of path. All appropriate PPE must be worn through the task in hand. Any blunt tools cause the biggest potential hazard. When drilling into a wall you could drill into services such as electrical cables or water pipes. Without wearing a dust mask the dust that you create can cause serious damage to your lounges. Lastly there might be pore listing in the room that you are working in and this can affect the way you work so the solution to this is to ether not do the task until there is a correct lighting or have a portable light to aid you with your work.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions.

How to protect newly fitted work or in storage from damage and why? General workplace activities (onsite)	Other occupations      (other trades)	Adverse weather conditions                                   (Storage outside) When fitting the door linings, they need to be protected with polystyrene to proven ant damage to the frame. As well as the doors need protecting with polystyrene to prevent from scratches and damage. Lastly if are anything being lent against the walls such as doors and frames they should be paced of the wall and floor to prevent from damage.

Painters will have dust sheets as well as having sines to warn others of the walls being wet with paint. Other trades will also use sines and barrios to warn people not you use a tool or to stay clear of a specific aria.

On site, there is a delivery of materials or tools the main concern is that they are kept in good condition, to do this they are to be kept in a dry lock up container out of the weather such as rain that will prevent it from warping and damage. Also, the materials can be kept in the building safe out of the weather.

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance.

environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures	On site, there is a responsibility by main office to reduce the effect that the waste will have on the environment. There are different skips for individual materials of waste such as timber, mettle and mixt waste. but due to COSHH substances being harmful if not properly disposed of correctly they have their own skip that gets collected and disposed of in a safe way that reduces the effect on the environment.

manufacturers’ information	By law the manufacturers must give the instructions on how to use the product on site in a way that is safe to the employees and the environment. As well the correct and safe way in which it can be disposed of.

statutory regulations and official guidance	This will be discus in the toolbox talk (induction) as well as following a schedule for guidance with the task in hand, giving the time in which the task should be done.

6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: -	progress charts, timetables and estimated times -	organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme.

What is the purpose of progress charts, timetables and estimated times	The purpose of progress charts, timetables and estimated times is to make sure that the work is done to a good standard for another job or target to be done after it e.g. there will be a given time for the walls to be put up if there plasters board and once that is done the topers and plasters can then come in behind them to carry on finishing the walls. The main reason for this is to make sure that the overall project isn’t running to far than the necessary time.

Why should deadlines be followed? Any deadlines should be meet in every circumstance as close to the time or date in order to maintain the overall complement of the project as well as opening the next job/task to begin.

Who do you report circumstances to that may affect the work programme

If there are any problems of circumstances where the work has been delayed or help up then the problem should be taken up with the office to be discussed on how to come to a solution. After this they may give them extended time depending on the extent of the problem

7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them when moving, handling and/or storing occupational resources. How would you safely move, handle and/or store materials, tools and equipment...?

Safe work practices 	All employees should be aware of work bays practices; however, it not is down to the company to train. Training should be performed in any area that the supervisor and the employee deems appropriate to ensure safety. If the employee deems the work place unsafe to himself without the correct PEE they do not have to do the job until it is so.

Follow procedures 	With any task at hand there are always procedures that must be followed. There will always be a safe way of doing the task this is usually put into place by the head office to comply with the health and safety act for the protection of all employees.

Report problems 	The report of any problems firstly must be discussed between employee and supervisor so that the supervisor can help deal with the problem and find the best plan of action and direction to take.

Establish the authority needed to rectify 	When rectifying any wrong doing, it must be discussed with the supervisor. As well as having the tool box talk and plating? every morning to go offer any problems that may come up, letting the site supervisors know of the problem.

7.4 Describe the needs of other occupations when moving, handling and/or storing resources. What do you need to think about when moving, handling and storing materials when there are other trades working nearby?

A)	The first thing when moving and handling materials you must always take into consideration is how it will affect others around you. If moving long lengths of timber, you must be aware of what and who is in front and behind you. Also, when storing resources and materials you should always be aware of where you’re planning to put them. Place somewhere they won’t be in the way of others and in their work space, for example if storing long lengths of skirting in a room you should take in to account of where work needs to be done and where is the best place to store it minimizing the chance of it becoming a hazard for you and the people working around you.

QCF642 Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace

1.2 Describe the different methods of communicating with line management, colleagues and customers. What different methods are there for communicating with each of the above? A)	The main method of communication with management, colleges and customers is talking which is the easiest and quickest, however the is a problem with this method as the distance of the participants in the discussion can get in the way. An alternative method is emailing.

1.3 Describe how to use different methods of communication to ensure that the work carried out is productive. What different ways do you communicate to ensure you do your job efficiently?

A)	On site I can either communicate by word of mouth to make sure that my job is efficient. Or follow the instruction on the work schedule which has a given time scale and quality at work that should be done.

2.3 Describe how organisational procedures are applied to ensure work is planned and carried out productively, in relation to: -	using resources for own and other’s work requirements -	allocating appropriate work to employees -	organising the work sequence -	reducing carbon emissions How are these four areas planned by your company? How is your work organised, material for job?

How are the material and tools for your job organised?

All tools and materials are stored in the building. There is a designed room for the carpenters to store all tools and necessaries for the job/s at hand. All materials must be stored correctly to ensure they don’t get damaged from poor weather conditions or theft, also to ensure that these materials are not space consuming.

How is your work allocated to you and how do you know what sequence to do it in?

Main office alcoates all jobs must be completed by the end of the site. It is then sorted by the head carpenter/supervisor where it is then allocated to me either by myself or with a member of T&G. The sequence is where one member is allocated to a certain task such as door handles, then another member follows suit and does the receiving end of the door handle.

How are company policies used to reduce carbon emissions?

All company policies are used to reduce carbon emissions as they use have machinery for lengthy periods of time. Also, manual landing aids are used when possible to reduce the usage of forklifts.

2.4 Describe how to contribute to zero/low carbon work outcomes within the built environment. What procedures do you follow onsite to help the environment?

A)	There are many ways that the site contributes to a zero/low carbon work outcome, such as individual skips for materials to be recycled and a COSH skip on site to place all dangerous materials in to ensure that it doesn’t absorbed into the ground. As well as recycling materials, the site tries to put all spare materials to use to minimize the waste being created, saving the need to order more materials.

3.2 Describe how to complete and maintain documentation in accordance with organisational procedures, in relation to: -	job cards -	worksheets -	material/resource lists -	time sheets.

How to complete and how to maintain Job cards, Worksheets and Time Sheets                 (snagging list, instructions)	Job cards, worksheets and time sheets which are forms of documentation to help complete the job in hand. The way of completing this is to follow the gridlines on these sheets to maintain the client’s specifications. This document will also include types of materials needed and a date when the job needs to be completed by.

material/resource lists (ordering material) The purpose of a material list is to make sure that when the job is being developed that enough materials you will need to complete the job and how much will be left over.

3.3 Explain the reasons for ensuring documentation is completed clearly and within given timescales. Why is it important to fill in documents with correct information and give on time?

A)	The documentation must be completed clearly to ensure that it is easy to be understood. It must also be giving in on time to ensure that the document will be assessed and filled in by the deadline date.

4.3 Describe how to maintain good working relationships, in relation to: -	individuals -	customer and operative -	operative and line management -	own and other occupations. How do you maintain good working relationships onsite with your foreman, colleagues and other trades?

A)	I maintain good working relationships with all management, work collages and others on site. I do this by being polite during discussions that take place on site, also by become familiar with my collages.

4.4 Describe why it is important to work effectively with line management, colleagues and customers. Why is it important to have good working relationships with all workers and foreman on site?

A)	It is important to have good working relationships with management, collages and customers so that the discussions about the job in hand will run smoothly, also to help one another on site by lending tools and holding materials will increase to working pace.

4.5 Describe how working relationships could have an effect on productive working.

A)	Having a good working relationship with collages will have a positive effect on productive working as it will the task in hand run more smoothly and efficiently.

4.6 Describe how to apply principles of equality and diversity when communicating and working with others.

A)	On site, all employees are equals, the is no discriminating between ethnic backgrounds, race or genders.

QCF641 Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace

1.4 State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to: This assessment criteria has been met in QCF643 LO3 AC 3.4 1.5 State how the health and safety control equipment relevant to the work should be used in accordance with the given instructions. This assessment criteria has been met in QCF643 LO3 AC 3.5

1.6 State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational area and associated equipment. Can you give an example of different signs that you will see on your site in the following types Health and safety. Legislation 	Notices	Warning signs •	Health and safety legislation poster showing the correct PPE that need to be warn. •	 Lifting of heavy object. •	Voltages.

•	Warning of wet paint. •	Not to go past a certain point      in the building as there doing work that could be dangerous to health. •	Tape warning of live cables. •	On COSHH substances such as grip fill, fire mastic and fire mate. •	Fire extinguishers. •	Self-levelling latex.

1.7 State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational area. Why are health and safety legislations, warning/safety signs important in the work place?

A)	Health and safety legislations, worming/safety sines are important as they are all used in a way to minimise the health risks that can be caused on site, from anything from worming sines o wet paint and live electrical cables so scaffolding tags and legislations that cover anything from working at a hight to power tools. So, that mothing is misused and easily recognisable.

1.8 State how to comply with control measures that have been identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work. What does the risk assessment tell you and how do you follow it on the site?

A)	The risk assessment tells us as employs all the possible risks and hazards that could occur during the task in hand; This is usually done by the Employers/ supervisor that have a duty to assess the health and safety risks faced by their workers. The supervisor must systematically check for possible physical, mantle, chemical and biological hazards. As well as all employs, must do their own risk assessment to ensure weather there are any feather risks that could occur such as how the task in hand could affect others in the fascinate of your work space. The risk assessment is easily followed simply by taking in all the possible risks and ensuring that they are all executed therefore eliminating the risk and if unsure whether the risk assessment is meat it could always be overlooked by a supervisor.

2.2 List typical hazards (dangers) associated with the work environment and occupational area in relation to resources, substances, asbestos, equipment, obstruction, storage, services and work activities. 1.	(Resources): Infections due to pests, splinters, become ill due to the chemicals used to treat the resources, become brittle due to weather, not properly stored or staked could fall and Couse harm to others.

2.	(substances): Harmful if in contact with skin, could harm the eyes, corrosive, toxic, explosive, harmful and irritable.

3.	(asbestos): Lead to difficulty berthing, irritable skin, eye damage and could Couse death.

4.	(equipment): Electrocuted, broken cable, over hated tool, short secrets, trips the main power splay, trip hazard with the cables, dust that might be created by the tool.

5.	(obstruction): Trip hazards, electric cables, water pipes, water coerces, uneven ground, wild life habitats, weather conditions, ground conditions.

6.	(storage): Storing materials incorrectly forcing the materials to get damaged, level surface in which the materials can be staked, damaged, become a tripping hazard.

7.	(services): Could burao into existing services, drill into services in walls and floors, flooding if a water main is damaged, electrocuted if drilled into the electrical mains.

8.	(work activities): Trips, cuts, falls from a Hight and illness,

2.3 List the current common safety risks.

•	Hand arm vibration syndrome. •	Claps. •	Asbestos. •	Respiratory diseases. •	Stress. •	Musculoskeletal disorder. •	Dermatitis.

2.4 List the current Health current health risks.

•	Working at a Hight. •	Moving objects. •	Trips, cuts and falls. •	Noise. •	Hand arm vibration syndrome. •	Claps. •	Asbestos. •	Respiratory diseases. •	Electric. •	Manual handling.

2.5 State how changing circumstances within the workplace could cause hazards. Every day a building site changes, why can this cause new hazards that weren’t there before, give an example

A)	As all new sites develop the site brings up feather problems and different hazard. As the site changes it could alter entrances into the building and in doing so bringing up the hazards with alternate entrances with hazardous walkways due to materials scatter outside that could peace through the boots. As well as materials being moved or dropped off could alter work as it needs to be moved as it is in the way. The heavy machinery could also cause a problem as it could tear up the soil making the site treacherous, slippery and unsafe.

2.6 State the methods used for reporting changed circumstances, hazards and incidents in the workplace. How and who would you report a hazard or near miss to?

A)	When reporting any hazards and incidents that occur in the work place the first thing that needs to be done is partly bandage the wound just enough to make your way to the main office ones there the incident should be discussed with a supervisor or first aider, the first aider will write down the whole incident in the first aid book that is held in the main office; as well as their office having a copy of the incident I would need to keep my own copy of the incident.

3.6 State the organisational policies and procedures for health, safety and welfare, in relation to: -	Dealing with accidents and emergencies associated with the work and environment -	Methods of Receiving or Sourcing Information -	Reporting -	Stopping Work -	Evacuation -	Fire Risks and Safe Exit Procedures -	Consultation and Feedback.

What to do if there was an emergency on site and how would you deal with an accident and recording?

If there is an emergency on site such as the lighting turning of due to the generator overloading as your working it could cause a variety of accidents. This would need reporting straight away to the main office to resolve the problem and get alternative powder.

How do you get safety information about your job when onsite?

Before any job, I would know what the common safety procedures are due to a tool box talk that I received in my induction. But if I would like more safety information about the job in hand I would receive them through word of mouth by a supervisor as well as a copy of all safety procedures and the way obey them.

What Procedure would you follow for reporting?

When reporting any problems that may occur on site it could be reported verbally with a supervisor and will then need to complete a Hazard Report form in the main office, as well as having the problem discussed in the cite meetings to avoid feather incidents.

What Procedure would you follow for stopping work?

In compliance with the (SWA) the office will need to be notified if there are any problems on site from alarms to faulty tools. Then the problem will be investigated to prevent feather problems from happening again and then the work can then proceed again then have a follow up to insure the problem is prevented.

What Procedure would you follow for evacuation/Fire Risk/Safe Exit?

In the event of a fire the fire alarm will sound and all personnel should vacate the building, by the fire sines which are at eye level leading out of the building. But if the alarm is not raised and I’m the first one to spot it I would need to raise the alarm and by following procedures in place such as being aware of the exacts, knowing what extinguishers are for different classes of fire and the most important of all knowing where the fire assembly point is.

How would you discuss or give feedback on safety or work issue?

If there is any need to discuss any feedback on any issue that may occur on the job or any safety issue than it should be discussed with a supervisor to sort through the problem. Also, if the job is done and you weren’t happy with the way it went than it should be discussed with a supervisor and talked about in the site meetings.

3.7 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to the work. This assessment criteria has been met in QCF643 LO2 AC 2.4

3.8 State how and when the different types of fire extinguishers are used in accordance with legislation and official guidance. This assessment criteria has been met in QCF643 LO2 AC 2.5

4.2 State how personal behaviour demonstrates responsibility for general workplace health, safety and welfare, in relation to: -	recognising when to stop work in the face of serious and imminent danger to self and/or others -	contributing to discussions and providing feedback -	reporting changed circumstances and incidents in the workplace -	complying with the environmental requirements of the workplace. Why is your personal behaviour important in terms of health and safety in relation to the points below?

Why is it important to stop work if dangerous to yourself or others?

Prior to proceeding with the job in hand there will be a risk assessment high lighting all the hazards that may occur to myself and others. To do this management need to think about what might cause harm to people and decide whether I’m are taking reasonable steps to prevent that harm. If I deem the job in hand is unsafe and could cause harm to others ether by working in a close vicinity as them that could block fire exits, cause a great amount of dust and put them in danger than I should stop immediately therefore stopping the chance of injury ether to myself or others.

Why is it important to talk about workplace health and safety to the people in charge?

It is important to discuss any problems or doubts I have about the workplace that regard my health and safety with a head supervisor or manager as they will help in any way possible to solve it, e.g if an item of PPE is misplaced or broken than they will provide with a replacement or if I am unhappy with the working conditions than they could help resolve them and fined an alternate way of working. If I am unhappy with the health and safety like being unaware whether there is any asbestos related materials or whether there are materials that could harm my health before handling them than notating the site manager to explain the content of the material to ether provide the correct PPE if it is safe to use or advise not to use or work in a place if the material is hazardous to health which comes under (COSHH).

Why is it important to report changed circumstances and incidents?

It is important to report any changes that occur on site to a supervisor as it will help to the smother run of site so that all materials are placed in the correct places as well as it will minimize all confusion and present injuries due to ether changed walkways or blocked off exits and sternways providing alternative paths and exits in case of an emergency.

Why is it important to comply with the environmental requirements (recycling, no radios etc.)

All sites must comply with the environmental requirements as it helps reduce the amount of waste that is produced and does not affect animal’s habitats. Through complying with this each site has different skips for individual materials and a COSHH skip for hazardous materials so that all materials are ether disposed of in a correct way so that it does not affect the environment and so that the materials can be reused ether on other sites or used to make other materials known as recycling.

4.3 Give examples of how the behaviour and actions of individuals could affect others within the workplace. Give an example of what you do and say can affect others working close to you

A)	Through inappropriate behaviour such as bad language, cheeky remarks and being unaware of different personalities that may appear on site like race, languages and shy personality’s all contribute to misunderstanding comments and regards, which is resolved by the race and discrimination act which is discussed in the site induction held in the main office.

5.2 State how security arrangements are implemented in relation to the workplace, the general public, site personnel and resources.

How is security implemented What are the security arrangements on site for the workplace and site workers?

The security systems held in place to protect and secure the site are as follows: - •	Secured fencing around the perimeter of the site. •	Gate man who is authorised to log in and out all non-personnel delivering materials, and visitors. •	Employees must gain access via a turnstile. •	There are security cameras all along the perimeter of the site hooked to the manager’s laptop and police.

How is the site protected against access to the general public?

There are many procedures put in place to maintain the public’s safety there are fences along the perimeter with access through the main gates where they would be greeted by the gate keeper asking the pepos of their visit if irrelevant they will be escorted off the premises.

Where are the materials, PPE, equipment, work wear and tools stored after work?

All outdoor heavy machinery is kept in a looked compound. Personal lookers with your own padlock as well as a dry room are provided for the storage of PPE and work wear, as well as having either a container or room within the building for the storage of tools and equipment which is kept locked at the end of the working day and each employ is responsible for the care of their own tools and equipment.

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1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Met in QCF643 1.4

1.4 Describe the different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted.

Types	Source (where you got information)	Interpretation (how is the information used) drawings 	Drawings give you the layout of door openings and internal window openings of ether individual rooms or the hole balding. The information provided by the drawings are used to determine which way the door swings open or to help locate the door number and where it is placed as each door has its own number. Specifications	These are the list of all things the client wants in the building from windows to doors, bathroom fittings and even the paint choice of the walls and the list goes on. The information is used through the building process right up to the completion process, as it is important to know what material is used in each room through the building. Schedules	Schedules are deadlines that are used to give a time or end date that the task or job in hand needs to be completed by.

This is handy for the hole job moving on in progress, giving a time and date that the next order of materials need to be ordered by for the next task. As well as freeing up more work for other trades. All intergrading for the completion of the site. method statements 	A method statement is a document that lists all the posable hazards that may occur during the task in hand. As well as the way, a work task or process is to be completed safely. Through being aware of the method statements and the dangers that may occur the correct procedures may be put in place to reduce or eliminate them completely through having the correct PPE or the correct safety procedures such as scaffoldings, mobile towers and safe weather conditions. risk assessments

A risk assessment is the evaluation of the work job in hand and lists the posable hazards.

By having the list of potential hazards the workers can take the correct precautions to ensure that their not in harm to themselves or others. manufacturers' information

This is ether where the material is to be used or stored correctly. Or a step by step guide on how to fix and secure the material correctly. This is used as a guide to be fooled so that the material is not damaged as it is stored and to ensure the material is properly stored. regulations governing buildings	These are the regulations put in place by the government to ensure that the building dose not overlook other buildings as well as the other regulations put in place. These are used as guide lines that need to be followed through all aspects of the building to comply with the regulations put in place by the government for the building.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working:                            Met in QCF643: 2.1 2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative Met in QCF643: 2.2

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports Met in QCF643: 2.3

2.4 State the types of fire extinguishers available when installing first fixing components and describe how and when they are used. Met in 643: 2.4 & 2.5 3.2 State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to: Met in QCF643: 3.4

3.3 Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with the given instructions. Met in QCF643: 3.5

3.4 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Met in QCF643: 3.6

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the occupational resources in relation to:

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Timber	Timber is used for a variety of things such as: - •	Timber framed houses. •	Log cabins. •	Stud partitioning. •	Roofing. •	Skirting. •	Doors. •	Door frames. •	Door stops. •	Stares. This product is a natural occurring product that is then cut down to create the timber. They can come in any size shape and form. Once the product is used the off cuts can either be reused or recycled and the used again to create chip bored there for using the same material which can be recycled again and again. There common defects that occur naturally and through cutting such as: •	Knots. •	Sakes. •	Casing. •	Twisting. •	Bowing •	Cupping, •	Rotting of the timber. •	Incest damage.

Manufactured Sheet Material Manufacture board such as chip board, ply board, sterling board can be used for roofing, stud portioning, stares and several other things.

This product depending on whether it is used and stored correctly it should las as it is a manmade product using timber that is treated with chemicals that lessen the chance of withering and rotting. The limitations with these products is if left untreated the weather can affect it casing it to peel and deteriorate making it useable.

Metals Depending on what meatless are used will depend on what it will be used for such as coper piping would be used for water pipes and central heating pipes going from the boiler to the radiator. Depending on where this product is stored and the conditions will depend on how long it will last as all meatless tend to rust with damp and rain. Not all meatless are the same so there for will have different strengths where some will bend more easily than others and will not be suitable for the structure of the building.

Frames & Linings

Frames and linings are a timbre framed structure that go in an opening where a door or window opening would be to have a fixed point to hang the door. Depending on whether the frame is kept from damage and rot will have an effect on how long the frame will last as it is a natural occurring product. As it is a natural occurring product that is then fitted together the timber mat twist, crack or have knots as well as rot.

Staircases Staircases are used to bridge the gap between floor levels giving easy axes, it is made frame timber and MDF boards and is strong enough to holed the weight of moving Wight. The product is very durable and will need very little maintenance but could become damaged and will need a replacement. The limitations are if you want a self-standing staircase it must be at a certain hight before it will need supports.

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Adhesives	Adhesives is a glue-like substance that comes in a variety of different forms. It is used to grip to materials together or to fill the gap between the materials. The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and will not be removed without some force. Some adhesives only allow a short time span before the adhesive solidified and hardens. As well as the product dries quickly in the open air.

Sealants	Sealants come in a variety of different forms but are all used for the same purpose which is to fill gaps or openings in things like walls, frames or anything where two materials meat. The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and bonds the gap and will stay in place for the life span of the product. Almost all sealants will take time to dry and solidified casing a problem if the task in hand needs to be finished in given time. But it takes a day to dry.

Fixings And Associated Ancillary Items	There are many different types of fixings such as: - Screws, nails, bolts as well as the aid of clamps vices that will hold the materials in place as they are getting fixed. The life span of all these products can be a long one will the exception that they are maintained and used correctly. The fixings as they are meatless have a chance of rusting and being damaged or imperfect.

Hand And/Or Powered Tools And Equipment	All hand and power tools are used to mate the task in hand easier and run smoothly. There are many different tools with the purpose of cutting, fixing, gluing and securing. With the upkeep and maintain of the tool the tool will be always in good condition and able to be used without problems. With power tools as they are made of mechanisms and part they are at a higher chance of breaking down and needing rehearing. Hand tools such as hand saws will need replacing after time as they are made with reinforced teeth and as the teeth become blunt or chipped they cannot be sharpened again and will need replacing.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems associated with the resources are reported. Met in QCF643: 4.3

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Met in QCF643: 4.4

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work. Met in QCF643: 4.5

4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install first fixing components.

A)	To calculate the quantity that is needed will be determined on the size of gape or opening where the frame will be put in place as well as the length, this will be the widest opening both horizontally and vertically giving you the length of the opening and allowing the working out for the noggins if it is a stud partition wall or wedges if it’s for a door frame or window frame. The wastage will be determined on whether the off cuts can be reused as ether noggins or wedges, but if the offcuts are to small they will be put in a wood recycling skip.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. Met in QCF643: 5.4

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance. Met in QCF643: 5.5

6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: -	Progress charts, timetables and estimated times -	Organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. Met in QCF643: 6.2

7.6 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: –	prepare and fix standard door and window frames, window boards, linings, flooring/decking, partitions full or partial height (straight), plasterboard, staircases (straight) –	form joints associated with first fixing –	use hand tools, power tools and equipment –	work at height– use access equipment.

How do you apply safe work practices when preparing and fixing standard door and window frames, window boards, linings, flooring/decking, partitions full or partial height (straight), plasterboard, staircases (straight) and forming joints associated with first fixing.

I comply with the safe work procedures put in place through all jobs that I am asked to do through knowing the dangers beforehand, such as knowing if I’m drilling into the wall for the door lining to have a good fixing is being aware that there that there might be cables within the. The knowledge of what materials that I would be drilling into encase of any materials that may cause harm to myself or others. Knowing where to pilot hole in the frame to allow for the screws to be hidden behind the door stop or beading. Having the correct tool for the job in hand that is not damages in anyway a way of making sure that it is good to use is cheek over it before using it. The most important one of all is wherever I will be working is be aware of how my actions will affect others in the fascinate of me such as keeping my tools out of the way of exits allowing easy access in and out as well as being aware of the dust that may be created and created.

How to apply safe work practices when using hand tools, power tools and equipment

Through the upkeep of both hand tools and power tools there will be leas chances of an injury as the tool is getting used correctly. The correct PPE must be used for each tool as it will also minimize the chance of injury to the user of the tool. All possible equipment must be used such as hovers connected to power tools that create dust that might then be inhaled by all employees. The aide of lifting aids where the materials are too heavy to lift and could cause strain on the back and lead to problems in the future.

How to apply safe work practices when working at height and using access equipment When working at any height above ground level there is great risk of falling off and injuring yourself. Through the aid of safety equipment this will lessen the chance of injures. Things like having a scaffolding around the outside of the building with hand rails will prevent anyone falling off, as well as the aid of harnesses if a employee falls off rearing this they will be suspended in the ear and will need the help of others to safe you. Using mobile towers will help in a situation where there is work needed to be done at a height this acts like a scaffolding and allows you to work at a height enclosed by hand rails. There will need to have a kick board at the bottom of the scaffolding or mobile tower as if any tools or materials fall off there is a chance of injury.

How would you follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them. I would follow all procedures put in place as they are there to protect me in all aspects of the jobs on site. I would do this simply by checking through them before progressing with the job in hand, also during to make sure that myself and others are safe and will not be harmed in anyway. I would report all problems as soon as they occur as this will help deal with the problem and exclude it to carry on with work, this will also help with any other problems as they will be solved in the same way as with all problems that occur there will be updated method statement that can be followed to ensure that no others occur.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when installing first fixing components.

A)	When fixing first fix components such as door frames, steers or timber studwork you need to work in a team sometimes with other trades as if you were fitting a timber stud framer the electrician might need you to drill a hole so that they can get their cables through for their plug sockets.

7.8 Describe the methods of sharpening the hand tools used when installing first fixing components.

A)	When using hand tools such as saws and chisels there is always a chance of them getting chipped, damaged or blunt. To sharpen them again there are two ways of doing so ether with a sharpening stone that you use with oil, to do this you go in a figure 8 using the whole of the stone and then with a piece of timber run the chisel along it to take the bure off. Or with a grinding stone. And with saws you use a file along each tooth until even in the head and sharp.

7.9 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when installing first fixing components.

A)	To maintain the hand tools used when fitting first fix components you will need to use the correct tool for the job and use it correctly as it will last longer due to it not being bent, chipped or broke. The equipment that might get used to aid in the first fix components such as hop ups will not need that much maintenance but will need a supervisor to sine the tag allowing it to be used, this is tag that allows it to be used and is safe to be used.

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1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Met in QCF643: 1.4

1.4 Describe the different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted.

Types	Source (where you got information)	Interpretation (how is the information used) drawings 	All information is found on ether the top right or bottom right giving the scales used in the building. The information on the drawings are used to giving the height of the building as well as the location of the building within its surroundings. Specifications	The specifications are given by the client to the architect before the building is built.

These are all the materials that were requested by the client for the building that are used through the build for the finished look of the building. Schedules	The schedules will be set and given by the site supervisor.

The schedules are used as a dead line for the completion of ether a task or till the end of the site. method statements 	All method statements are held in the head office and are given before a task.

The information is used to ensure the safety of myself and others within the working place. risk assessments

Risk assessments are done by a supervisor to check whether there work in hand is safe od deemed safe. This is used to help high light the hazards that may occur and give a guide that prevents them from happening and endangering lives. manufacturers' information

This is usually a piece of paper with the information on how to use the product correctly.

The information is used to ensure that there are no incidences where the tool can be damaged and that the employee using it is not injured. regulations governing buildings	These are rules that must be followed at all times during the constructing period of the building. These are used to ensure that the environment is not harmed. The building is not over looking another building.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. Met in QCF643: 2.1 2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative Met in QCF643: 2.2

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports Met in QCF643: 2.3

2.4 State the types of fire extinguishers available when installing second fixing components and describe how and when they are used. Met in QCF 643: 2.4 & 2.5 3.2 State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to: Met in QCF 643 3.4

3.3 Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with the given instructions Met in QCF643: 3.5

3.4 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Met in QCF643: 3.6

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: – timber, manufactured sheet material, timber boarding, plastics, metals, doors, mouldings, ironmongery, wall and floor units/fitments, adhesives, sealants, fixings and associated ancillary items– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Timber, timber boarding & mouldings	Timber can be used for roof or floor joists in any building then the timber boarding used as the floor, but also for stud partitioning. Mouldings are skirting, dado rails and picture rails. The life span of the materials if they are stored correctly and don’t come into contact with damp is a long time till it will need replacing. As this product is naturally grown there is a chance that it may rot, dry rot, wet rot, wood worm or have wood beetles.

Manufactured Sheet Material Depending on what manufactured board is used will determine its use as chip board is used for kitchen work tops and units, ply board is used for stud partitioning. As they are manufactured boards they will last if they don’t come into contact with water or humidity. They are restricted by where they’re going to be fitted and the imperfection is that they might warp or bubble if they come into contact with moisture. wall and floor units/fitments	These are units that can be fitted in any room in the building and is used to store things in. Will last until it will need replacing often every 20 years or so 	As this also comes under manufactured boards it to could also might warp or bubble if they encounter moisture.

Plastics	Has a variety of different uses from PVC windows and doors to baths and bath panels.

As it is water proof and does not degrade it will las till it is replaced. Plastic can be brittle and if it is cut may chip and brake making it unusable. It is governed by the measurement of the opening it is going into so is does not need to be cut.

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Doors	Are used as a divider that opens and closes to gain access to individual rooms and corridors. Doors are made of different materials and are not all the same with general up keep can last indefinite. The door is governed by the door opening and by the fame it will be hung on. If the door is not stored correctly the door may twist and not maintain an ear tight seam as well as it may come unhinged and binned as it is closing.

Metals & ironmongery Ironmongery is the mechanical mechanism that can be found in doors, door frames, windows and many more. It is used and a looking mechanism. As the ironmongery is made of metal it will last without it rusting or being damaged. Within time if the ironmongery is not cleaned or kept from being damaged it could not work. As well as it could be effected by the weather and rust.

Adhesives	There are different types of adhesives and are used for different materials. But they are mainly used ether to secure to materials together or to fill a gap between two materials. The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and will not be removed without some force. Some adhesives only allow a short time span before the adhesive solidified and hardens. As well as the product dries, quickly in the open air.

Sealants	Sealants come in a variety of different forms but are all used for the same purpose which is to fill gaps or openings in things like walls, frames or anything where two materials meat. The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and bonds the gap and will stay in place for the life span of the product. Almost all sealants will take time to dry and solidified casing a problem if the task in hand needs to be finished in given time. But it takes a day to dry.

Fixings And Associated Ancillary Items	There are many different types of fixings such as: - Screws, nails, bolts as well as the aid of clamps vices that will hold the materials in place as they are getting fixed. The life span of all these products can be a long one will the exception that they are maintained and used correctly. The fixings as they are meatless have a chance of rusting and being damaged or imperfect.

Hand and/or Powered Tools And Equipment	All hand and power tools are used to mate the task in hand easier and run smoothly. There are many different tools with the purpose of cutting, fixing, gluing and securing. With the upkeep and maintain of the tool the tool will be always in good condition and able to be used without problems. With power tools as they are made of mechanisms and part they are at a higher chance of breaking down and needing rehearing. Hand tools such as hand saws will need replacing after time as they are made with reinforced teeth and as the teeth become blunt or chipped they cannot be sharpened again and will need replacing.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems associated with the resources are reported. Met in QCF643: 4.3

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Met in QCF643: 4.4

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work. Met in QCF643: 4.5

4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install second fixing components.

A)	When calculating, the quantity needed for any task the simplest way is measure the length or the lengths needed and see whether one or more will be needed simply by connecting them together with a mightier joint to make a longer length of skirting. The wastage will be the cut offs of the material where the lengths wear meat. The skirting will be connected with ether mightier joints or scribe joints where there will be wastage.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. Met in QCF643: 5.4

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance. Met in QCF643: 5.5

6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:progress charts, timetables and estimated times and organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. Met in QCF643: 6.2

7.6 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: –	prepare and fix internal and external side hung doors, ironmongery, standard architraves, skirting, dado rails, picture rails, internal and external cladding, service encasements, wall and floor units/fitments and stair components –	form joints associated with second fixing –	use hand tools, power tools and equipment –	work at height– use access equipment ` How do you apply safe work practices when preparing and fixing internal and external side hung doors, ironmongery, standard architraves, skirting, dado rails, picture rails, internal and external cladding, service encasements, wall and floor units/fitments and stair components and forming joints associated with second fixing. I comply with the safe work procedures put in place through all jobs that I am asked to do through knowing the dangers beforehand, such as hanging doors as fire rated doors are heavy due to them being able to last 30 minutes up to one hour of fire before they deteriorate. Knowing the correct way in how to fix the ironmongery correctly so that it opens and closes correctly in the event of a fire. Ensuring that I don’t nail into any services as I’m nailing the skirting onto the wall so that I’m not electrocuted and don’t cause a leak damaging the building. Along with fixing cladding as it will need a tower or scaffolding to fix the cladding on at a height with hand rails and kick board to ensure that no tools or materials falls off endangering other employees working below the scaffolding. Knowing the dangers of encasing services as if they are damaged in anyway there is ether a chance of ether flooding or being electrocuted due to drilling into a live power cable; this will also comply with any units and fitments that are fixt too walls.

How to apply safe work practices when using hand tools, power tools and equipment Through the up keep of both hand tools and power tools there will be leas chances of an injury as the tool is getting used correctly. The correct PPE must be used for each tool as it will also minimize the chance of injury to the user of the tool. All possible equipment must be used such as hovers connected to power tools that create dust that might then be inhaled by all employees. The aide of lifting aids where the materials are too heavy to lift and could cause strain on the back and lead to problems in the future.

How to apply safe work practices when working at height and using access equipment When working at any height above ground level there is great risk of falling off and injuring yourself. Through the aid of safety equipment this will lessen the chance of injures. Things like having a scaffolding around the outside of the building with hand rails will prevent anyone falling off, as well as the aid of harnesses if a employee falls off rearing this they will be suspended in the ear and will need the help of others to safe you. Using mobile towers will help in a situation where there is work needed to be done at a height this acts like a scaffolding and allows you to work at a height enclosed by hand rails. There will need to have a kick board at the bottom of the scaffolding or mobile tower as if any tools or materials fall off there is a chance of injury.

How would you follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them. I would follow all procedures put in place as they are there to protect me in all aspects of the jobs on site. I would do this simply by checking through them before progressing with the job in hand, also during to make sure that myself and others are safe and will not be harmed in anyway. I would report all problems as soon as they occur as this will help deal with the problem and exclude it to carry on with work, this will also help with any other problems as they will be solved in the same way as with all problems that occur there will be updated method statement that can be followed to ensure that no others occur.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when installing second fixing components.

A)	When fixing any second fix frames you must work as a teem with the other occupations as it is not down to one trade. If you were to fix a door frame you would have to check with the other trade who are doing the walls to cheek whether the wall will take the weight of the door ones its hung. As well as asking the tradesmen who are doing the wiring and water pipes to avoid drilling into them. The simplest way of communicating with one another on site would be to talk as it will be les confusion and solved straight away.

7.8 Describe the methods of sharpening the hand tools used when installing second fixing components.

A)	When using most hand tools like saws and chisels there is always a chance of them getting chipped, damaged or blunt. To sharpen chisels, you would us oil or water with a sharpening stone that you would sharpen in a figure 8 using the whole of the stone and then pouting it on a 25 degrees’ angle then with a piece of timber run the chisel along it to take the bure off, Or with a grinding stone. And with saws you use a file along each tooth until sharp if this does not work you would have to sharpen each tooth down till they are all level before rearranging teeth.

7.9 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when installing second fixing components.

A)	To maintain the hand tools used when fitting second fix components you will need to use the correct tool for the job as this will give less of a negative reaction and will not jump or slip leading to an injury. Having being trained with the power tool that you would be using will be good as you know the way that it operates and will know the ways that I might break or damage the tool. Through cleaning the tool ones, it is not being use will ensure the tool lasts without a problem. The equipment that might get used to aid in the first fix components such as hop ups will not need that much maintenance but will need a supervisor to sine the tag allowing it to be used, this is tag that allows it to be used and is safe to be used.

QCF11V2 Erecting Structural Carcassing Components in the Workplace

1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Met in QCF643: 1.4

1.4 Describe the different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted.

Types	Source (where you got information)	Interpretation (how is the information used) drawings 	All information is found on ether the top right or bottom right giving the scales used in the building. The information on the drawings are used to giving the height of the building as well as the location of the building within its surroundings. Specifications	The specifications are given by the client to the architect before the building is built.

These are all the materials that were requested by the client for the building that are used through the build for the finished look of the building. Schedules	The schedules will be set and given by the site supervisor.

The schedules are used as a dead line for the completion of ether a task or till the end of the site. method statements 	All method statements are held in the head office and are given before a task.

The information is used to ensure the safety of myself and others within the working place. risk assessments

Risk assessments are done by a supervisor to check whether there work in hand is safe od deemed safe. This is used to help high light the hazards that may occur and give a guide that prevents them from happening and endangering lives. manufacturers' information

This is usually a piece of paper with the information on how to use the product correctly.

The information is used to ensure that there are no incidences where the tool can be damaged and that the employee using it is not injured. regulations governing buildings	These are rules that must be followed at all times during the constructing period of the building. These are used to ensure that the environment is not harmed. The building is not over looking another building.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. Met in QCF643: 2.1 2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative Met in QCF643: 2.2

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports Met in QCF643: 2.3 2.4 State the types of fire extinguishers available when erecting structural carcassing components and describe how and when they are used. . Met in QCF 643: 2.4 & 2.5 3.2 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used, relating to with erecting structural carcassing components, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation and general work environment, in relation to: 1  collective protective measures 2  personal protective equipment (PPE) 3  respiratory protective equipment (RPE) 4  local exhaust ventilation (LEV).

What PPE would you use on site	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the PPE The mandatory PPE is: •	Hard hat •	High vis vest •	Gloves •	Steal toed caped boots •	Ear protection •	Eye protection •	Dust mask	Before being allowed on site you must be wearing the hard hat, boots and gloves. The reason for the boots is so no sharp objects pears the underside of the boot and the steel protects the toes from a heavy object being dropped on them. •	Restricted movement due to weight. •	Restricted vision due to visual field limitation •	Difficulty communicating due to face protection.

What Respiratory Protective equipment (RPE) would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the RPE The mandatory PPE is: •	Hard hat •	High vis vest •	Gloves •	Steal toed caped boots •	Ear protection •	Eye protection •	Dust mask	Before being allowed on site you must be wearing the hard hat, boots and gloves. The reason for the boots is so no sharp objects pears the underside of the boot and the steel protects the toes from a heavy object being dropped on them. •	Restricted movement due to weight. •	Restricted vision due to visual field limitation •	Difficulty communicating due to face protection.

What Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the LEV •	Hovers. •	Well arid and ventilated room.

When using, a chop saw or secular saw a hover can be connected to the dust extractor to collect the dust. The dust is collected into one place and prevents anyone from inhaling the dust. •	Only carton hovers can be connected to the saws. •	Must be a 110v plug in.

What Collective Protective Measures would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations Make sure that there is a dry lockable place to store all materials. turnstiles to tell when someone comes in and out of site. All employees must use the turnstile to tell the head office who is on site in the event of a fire. Incise of a fire or any non-personnel on site can’t come on site. •	Does not work all the time. •	Reliant on a power supply.

3.3 Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with the given instructions. Met in QCF643: 3.5

3.4 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Met in QCF643: 3.6

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: – timber, manufactured sheet material, plastic mouldings, metals, trussed rafters, adhesives, sealants, fixings and associated ancillary items– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Timber & Mouldings	Timber can be used for timber frames, stud work, roofing, flooring and many more. And mouldings for skirting, dado rails, picture rails, alcoves to mouldings around doors.

The life span of the materials if they are stored correctly and don’t come into contact with damp is a long time till it will need replacing. As this product is naturally grown there is a chance that it may rot. Have dry rot, wet rot, wood worm or have wood beetles.

Manufactured Sheet Material Depending on what manufactured board is used will determine its use as chip board is used for kitchen work tops and units, ply board is used for stud partitioning.

As they are manufactured boards they will last if they don’t come into contact with water or humidity. They are restricted by where they’re going to be fitted and the imperfection is that they might warp or bubble if they come into contact with moisture.

Plastics	Has a variety of different uses from PVC windows and doors to baths and bath panels.

As it is water proof and does not degrade it will las till it is replaced. Plastic can be brittle and if it is cut may chip and brake making it unusable. It is governed by the measurement of the opening it is going into so is does not need to be cut.

Metals There are different metals used for different things such as coper used for wearing and electric cables, iron for the sport beams and the structure of some buildings.

If it is kept from the elements such as rain the wind and snow it will last till it is tear down. There is a high chance that the metal could rust. Metal is a conductor for electricity so if a live wire comes into contact with metal could heat and effect the structural integrity.

Trussed rafters	Ate straight lengths of timbers nailed together to for a triangle which acts as the support for the roof, ceiling and floor.

If avoided from the weather and damp the product will last the duration of time the building stands if it is covered by tiling. They must have a firm fix point to the building or there is a chance of it collapsing with the wind. There is also a chance of the timber rotting. Characteristics (Types)

Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Adhesives	There are different types of adhesives and are used for different materials. But they are mainly used ether to secure to materials together or to fill a gap between two materials. The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and will not be removed without some force. Some adhesives only allow a short time span before the adhesive solidified and hardens. As well as the product dries quickly in the open air.

Sealants	Sealants come in a variety of different forms but are all used for the same purpose which is to fill gaps or openings in things like walls, frames or anything where two materials meat. The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and bonds the gap and will stay in place for the life span of the product. Almost all sealants will take time to dry and solidified casing a problem if the task in hand needs to be finished in given time. But it takes a day to dry.

Fixings And Associated Ancillary Items	There are many different types of fixings such as: - Screws, nails, bolts as well as the aid of clamps vices that will hold the materials in place as they are getting fixed. The life span of all these products can be a long one will the exception that they are maintained and used correctly. The fixings as they are meatless have a chance of rusting and being damaged or imperfect.

Hand and/or Powered Tools And Equipment	All hand and power tools are used to mate the task in hand easier and run smoothly. There are many different tools with the purpose of cutting, fixing, gluing and securing. With the upkeep and maintain of the tool the tool will be always in good condition and able to be used without problems. With power tools as they are made of mechanisms and part they are at a higher chance of breaking down and needing rehearing. Hand tools such as hand saws will need replacing after time as they are made with reinforced teeth and as the teeth become blunt or chipped they cannot be sharpened again and will need replacing.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems associated with the resources are reported. Met in QCF643: 4.3

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Met in QCF643: 4.4

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work. Met in QCF643: 4.5

4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to erect structural carcassing components.

A)	 When working out the quantity of timber needed for a roof you would have to measure the diameter of the building by the brickwork and then by measuring the length of the timber that will be used to form the wall plat. This will then give you the exact amount of timbre that will be needed for the wall plat this will be where the trussed rafters will sit on. Depending on the length that will be used will determine the amount of timber that will need to be needed. There will also be need for more timbers to brace the trusts up right and vertical, along with the off cuts from the wall plat with the extra timber there will be neigh to do so reducing on wastage but all wastage will then go in the designated skips.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. Met in QCF643: 5.4

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance. Met in QCF 643: 5.5 6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: -Progress charts, timetables and estimated times and organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. Met in QCF643: 6.2

7.6 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: – prepare and fix gable roof trussed rafters, cut roofs, ground, upper and flat roof joists – cut, fit and fix coverings and finishings in timber and plastic (flat roofs, verges and eaves, floors, decks) – form joints associated with carcassing – use hand tools, power tools and equipment – work at height– use access equipment. How do you apply safe work practices when preparing and fix gable roof trussed rafters, cut roofs, ground, upper and flat roof joists. Cut, fit and fix coverings and finishing’s in timber and plastic (flat roofs, verges and eaves, floors, decks) and form joints associated with carcassing I would have to comply with the safe work procedures put in place through all jobs that I am asked to do through knowing the dangers beforehand as well as reading through the method statement if one is provided before going ahead with the task. The main hazard that will occur when fixing roof trusts, roofs and floor joints will be the height there should be a scaffolding erected around the circumference of the building, the scaffolding will need to have all caps covering the ends of the poles. The ladder should be 1 meter away from the wall on the floor. There should be a kick board and handrails at waist height. There should also be a neat or scaffolding decade out where it gives easy axes to the trusses and a safe place to walk on and to ensure no one falls off the roof. Know the different ways of fitting flat roofs and for the eaves. If any problems occur on sit be it from a wrong delivery of product or if that material or product is damaged it must be discussed to with a supervisor to rectify the wrong doing and proceed with the ordering or replacing or the material. As well as any other problems be it injury or the unknowing of a task in hand a supervisor should be noted to aid in the mater as best he can.

How to apply safe work practices when using hand tools, power tools and equipment Through the upkeep of both hand tools and power tools there will be leas chances of an injury as the tool is getting used correctly. The correct PPE must be used for each tool as it will also minimize the chance of injury to the user of the tool. All possible equipment must be used such as hovers connected to power tools that create dust that might then be inhaled by all employees. The aide of lifting aids where the materials are too heavy to lift and could cause strain on the back and lead to problems in the future.

How to apply safe work practices when working at height and using access equipment When working at any height above ground level there is great risk of falling off and injuring yourself. Through the aid of safety equipment this will lessen the chance of injures. Things like having a scaffolding around the outside of the building with hand rails will prevent anyone falling off, as well as the aid of harnesses if a employee falls off rearing this they will be suspended in the ear and will need the help of others to safe you. Using mobile towers will help in a situation where there is work needed to be done at a height this acts like a scaffolding and allows you to work at a height enclosed by hand rails. There will need to have a kick board at the bottom of the scaffolding or mobile tower as if any tools or materials fall off there is a chance of injury. How would you follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them. I would follow all procedures put in place as they are there to protect me in all aspects of the jobs on site. I would do this simply by checking through them before progressing with the job in hand, also during to make sure that myself and others are safe and will not be harmed in anyway. I would report all problems as soon as they occur as this will help deal with the problem and exclude it to carry on with work, this will also help with any other problems as they will be solved in the same way as with all problems that occur there will be updated method statement that can be followed to ensure that no others occur.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when erecting structural carcassing components.

A)	When fitting roof trusts, you must communicate with other occupations that will be working on the roof after you’ve finished the such as roof tilers so they will know the correct distances for the baton as well as sowing how much of an overhang is allowed. Also there may be other trades that want to run there cables and pipes through the floor that you will be placing down, you would have to work in sync to ensure that all work aspects are meat.

7.8 Describe the methods of sharpening the hand tools used when erecting structural carcassing components.

A)	There is always a chance of chisels and hand saws getting chipped, damaged or blunt. To sharpen chisels, you would us oil or water with a sharpening stone that you would sharpen in a figure 8 using the whole of the stone and then pouting it on a 25 degrees’ angle then with a piece of timber run the chisel along it to take the bure off, Or with a grinding stone. And with saws you use a file along each tooth until sharp if this does not work you would have to sharpen each tooth down till they are all level before rearranging teeth.

7.9 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when erecting structural carcassing components.

A)	To maintain the hand tools used when fitting second fix components you will need to use the correct tool for the job as this will give less of a negative reaction and will not jump or slip leading to an injury. Having being trained with the power tool that you would be using will be good as you know the way that it operates and will know the ways that I might break or damage the tool. Through cleaning the tool ones, it is not being use will ensure the tool lasts without a problem. The equipment that might get used to aid in the first fix components such as hop ups will not need that much maintenance but will need a supervisor to sine the tag allowing it to be used, this is tag that allows it to be used and is safe to be used.

QCF12v2 Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace

1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable

resources and how they are implemented. Met in QCF643: 1.4

1.4 Describe the different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted.

Types	Source (where you got information)	Interpretation (how is the information used) drawings 	All information is found on ether the top right or bottom right giving the scales used in the building. The information on the drawings are used to giving the height of the building as well as the location of the building within its surroundings. It can also be used for the layout of rooms and the fittings in the building.

Specifications	The specifications are given by the client to the architect before the building is built.

These are all the materials that were requested by the client for the building that are used through the build for the finished look of the building. Schedules	The schedules will be set and given by the site supervisor.

The schedules are used as a dead line for the completion of ether a task or till the end of the site. method statements 	All method statements are held in the head office and are given before a task.

The information is used to ensure the safety of myself and others within the working place. risk assessments

Risk assessments are done by a supervisor to check whether there work in hand is safe od deemed safe. This is used to help high light the hazards that may occur and give a guide that prevents them from happening and endangering lives. manufacturers' information

This is usually a piece of paper with the information on how to use the product correctly.

The information is used to ensure that there are no incidences where the tool can be damaged and that the employee using it is not injured. regulations governing buildings	These are rules that must be followed at all times during the constructing period of the building. These are used to ensure that the environment is not harmed. The building is not over looking another building.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. Met in QCF643: 2.1 2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative Met in QCF643: 2.2

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports Met in QCF643: 2.3

2.4 State the types of fire extinguishers available when installing second fixing components and describe how and when they are used. Met in QCF 643: 2.4 & 2.5

3.2 State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to: Met in QCF 643 3.4

3.3 Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with the given instructions Met in QCF643: 3.5

3.4 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Met in QCF643: 3.6

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: – timber, manufactured sheet material, prefabricated components, ironmongery, metals, sash cord, adhesives, sealants, guttering, downpipe, fixings and associated ancillary items– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Timber	Timber can be used for timber frames, stud work, roofing, flooring and many more. And mouldings for skirting, dado rails, picture rails, alcoves to mouldings around doors. The life span of the materials if they are stored correctly and don’t come into contact with damp is a long time till it will need replacing. As this product is naturally grown there is a chance that it may rot. Have dry rot, wet rot, wood worm or have wood beetles.

Manufactured Sheet Material Depending on what manufactured board is used will determine its use as chip board is used for kitchen work tops and units, ply board is used for stud partitioning. As they are manufactured boards they will last if they don’t come into contact with water or humidity. They are restricted by where they’re going to be fitted and the imperfection is that they might warp or bubble if they encounter moisture.

Prefabricated components	The use of it is to pre-build a component of the building off site in a factory and then can be transported to site where it ether faced into place or re assembled within the building. As it is built to be ether a future or a permanent part of the building it will last the duration of time the building is in operation. As it is not constructed on site but off site there is a high chance if the measurements are ether to small or big it will not fit and will be out of contras with the building

Sash cord

A sash cord is a wax twisted cored that is used to secure a weight to that will be connected to a sliding sash window.

The product is durable so there for will last until it will need replacing due to the timber rotting if not properly protected. There must be an ample gap for the sash cord to sit I so that it does not become stuck or catch on anything

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for)

Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Metals & ironmongery Ironmongery is the mechanical mechanism that can be found in doors, door frames, windows and many more. It is used and a looking mechanism.

As the ironmongery is made of metal it will last without it rusting or being damaged. Within time if the ironmongery is not cleaned or kept from being damaged it could not work. As well as it could be effected by the weather and rust.

Adhesives	There are different types of adhesives and are used for different materials. But they are mainly used ether to secure to materials together or to fill a gap between two materials.

The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and will not be removed without some force. Some adhesives only allow a short time span before the adhesive solidified and hardens. As well as the product dries, quickly in the open air.

Sealants	Sealants come in a variety of different forms but are all used for the same purpose which is to fill gaps or openings in things like walls, frames or anything where two materials meat.

The life span of the product is long if it is not used but once it is used it cannot be used again. Once it hardens it solidifies and bonds the gap and will stay in place for the life span of the product. Almost all sealants will take time to dry and solidified casing a problem if the task in hand needs to be finished in given time. But it takes a day to dry. Guttering & downpipe

Guttering and down pipes are made ether of plastic or metal. The guttering is connected to the facia bored of the building and the downpipes to the side of the wall to collect the rain water of the roof and stopping it from coming into the building. They will last for the duration they are in place but if they a bumped or hit the plastic guttering clips may snap and need replacing. As the product is out in the elements there is a chance that the fixing that are holding it in mat rust and become loos. Also the plastic may become brittle and snap.

Fixings And Associated Ancillary Items

There are many different types of fixings such as: - Screws, nails, bolts as well as the aid of clamps vices that will hold the materials in place as they are getting fixed. The life span of all these products can be a long one will the exception that they are maintained and used correctly. The fixings as they are meatless have a chance of rusting and being damaged or imperfect.

Hand and/or Powered Tools And Equipment	All hand and power tools are used to mate the task in hand easier and run smoothly. There are many different tools with the purpose of cutting, fixing, gluing and securing. With the upkeep and maintain of the tool the tool will be always in good condition and able to be used without problems. With power tools as they are made of mechanisms and part they are at a higher chance of breaking down and needing rehearing. Hand tools such as hand saws will need replacing after time as they are made with reinforced teeth and as the teeth become blunt or chipped they cannot be sharpened again and will need replacing.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems associated with the resources are reported. Met in QCF643: 4.3

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Met in QCF643: 4.4

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work. Met in QCF643: 4.5

4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain non-structural carpentry work.

A)	When fixing architrave, and skirting there will always be wastage due to it the materials coming in at long lengths that will need to be cut down for things like the mitres where ether the skirting is mitred glued and pined, or the architrave where the two mitres meat. The wastage from the material is then recycled in designated skips is it can’t be used on ether smaller parts of skirting or architrave. You can calculate the quantity of the material that will be needed simply by measuring one door frame and multiplying it by the number of doors that will also need architrave. And the amount of skirting that will be needed by the measurements on the drawings, you will also find the lengths needed for the task in the drawings. Theas will need to be stored on a flat surface off the floor to ensure it does not bend.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. Met in QCF643: 5.4

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance. Met in QCF643: 5.5

6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: progress charts, timetables and estimated times and organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. Met in QCF643: 6.2

7.7 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: How do you apply safe work practices when you splice and replace frames and mouldings, repair and replace doors and windows, repair and replace ironmongery, repair or replace guttering, downpipes, replace sash cords, replace architraves, skirting, dado rails and picture rails and form joints associated with repairs I would have to comply with the safe work procedures put in place through all jobs that I am asked to do through knowing the dangers beforehand as well as reading through the method statement if one is provided before going ahead with the task. When replacing things like mouldings and frames there is always a chance that there might ether be pins or screws where it has been secured in place as well as if you’re going to re-use it in another job you must make sure that all fixings are removed to ensure that there is no material being slung at you if the timber is cut. When replacing windows, you must ensure there is tidy axes to the opening if it is above head height to comply with the health and safety regulations. There is a chance when replacing a sash cord that you could ruin the integrity of the sash window if not properly removed. When replacing skirting or dado rails you must ensure that there is no cables or pipes where the new replacement will be going where the fixings will be feted. How to apply safe work practices when using hand tools, power tools and equipment Through the up keep of both hand tools and power tools there will be leas chances of an injury as the tool is getting used correctly. The correct PPE must be used for each tool as it will also minimize the chance of injury to the user of the tool. All possible equipment must be used such as hovers connected to power tools that create dust that might then be inhaled by all employees. The aide of lifting aids where the materials are too heavy to lift and could cause strain on the back and lead to problems in the future.

How to apply safe work practices when working at height and using access equipment When working at any height above ground level there is great risk of falling off and injuring yourself. Through the aid of safety equipment this will lessen the chance of injures. Things like having a scaffolding around the outside of the building with hand rails will prevent anyone falling off, as well as the aid of harnesses if a employee falls off rearing this they will be suspended in the ear and will need the help of others to safe you. Using mobile towers will help in a situation where there is work needed to be done at a height this acts like a scaffolding and allows you to work at a height enclosed by hand rails. There will need to have a kick board at the bottom of the scaffolding or mobile tower as if any tools or materials fall off there is a chance of injury. How would you follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them. would follow all procedures put in place as they are there to protect me in all aspects of the jobs on site. I would do this simply by checking through them before progressing with the job in hand, also during to make sure that myself and others are safe and will not be harmed in anyway. I would report all problems as soon as they occur as this will help deal with the problem and exclude it to carry on with work, this will also help with any other problems as they will be solved in the same way as with all problems that occur there will be updated method statement that can be followed to ensure that no others occur.

7.8 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when maintaining non-structural carpentry work

A)	If you were to box in around services you would have to communicate with the trades that are not only doing the walls but also trade that are doing the pipes to ensure that they have finished before encasing them. Asking where they would like the axes panel if there is a need for one. As well as making sure that the encasing is strong enough for the weight of any extra material that might be fitted to it so to do this you must ask the other trads man to cheek. All the problem solving is solved by communicating.

7.9 Describe the methods of sharpening the hand tools used when maintaining non-structural carpentry work

A)	There is always a chance of chisels and hand saws getting chipped, damaged or blunt. To sharpen chisels, you would us oil or water with a sharpening stone that you would sharpen in a figure 8 using the whole of the stone and then pouting it on a 25 degrees’ angle then with a piece of timber run the chisel along it to take the bure off, Or with a grinding stone. And with saws you use a file along each tooth until sharp if this does not work you would have to sharpen each tooth down till they are all level before rearranging teeth.

7.10 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when maintaining non-structural carpentry work

A)	To maintain the hand tools used when fitting second fix components you will need to use the correct tool for the job as this will give less of a negative reaction and will not jump or slip leading to an injury. Having being trained with the power tool that you would be using will be good as you know the way that it operates and will know the ways that I might break or damage the tool. Through cleaning the tool ones, it is not being use will ensure the tool lasts without a problem. The equipment that might get used to aid in the first fix components such as hop ups will not need that much maintenance but will need a supervisor to sine the tag allowing it to be used, this is tag that allows it to be used and is safe to be used.

QCF628v2 Setting Up and Using Transportable Cutting and Shaping Machines in the Workplace

1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Met in QCF643 1.4

1.4 Describe the different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted.

Types	Source (where you got information)	Interpretation (how is the information used) drawings 	All information is found on ether the top right or bottom right giving the scales used in the building. The information on the drawings are used to giving the height of the building as well as the location of the building within its surroundings. It can also be used for the layout of rooms and the fittings in the building.

Specifications	The specifications are given by the client to the architect before the building is built.

These are all the materials that were requested by the client for the building that are used through the build for the finished look of the building. Schedules	The schedules will be set and given by the site supervisor.

The schedules are used as a dead line for the completion of ether a task or till the end of the site. method statements 	All method statements are held in the head office and are given before a task.

The information is used to ensure the safety of myself and others within the working place. risk assessments

Risk assessments are done by a supervisor to check whether there work in hand is safe od deemed safe. This is used to help high light the hazards that may occur and give a guide that prevents them from happening and endangering lives. manufacturers' information

This is usually a piece of paper with the information on how to use the product correctly.

The information is used to ensure that there are no incidences where the tool can be damaged and that the employee using it is not injured. regulations governing buildings	These are rules that must be followed at all times during the constructing period of the building. These are used to ensure that the environment is not harmed. The building is not over looking another building.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working:                            Met in QCF643: 2.1 2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative Met in QCF643: 2.2

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports Met in QCF643: 2.3

2.4 State the types of fire extinguishers available when installing first fixing components and describe how and when they are used. Met in 643: 2.4 & 2.5 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used, relating to setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation and general work environment, in relation to: 1  collective protective measures 2  personal protective equipment (PPE) 3  respiratory protective equipment (RPE) 4  local exhaust ventilation (LEV).

What PPE would you use on site	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the PPE The mandatory PPE is: •	Hard hat •	High vis vest •	Gloves •	Steal toed caped boots •	Ear protection •	Eye protection •	Dust mask	Before being allowed on site you must be wearing the hard hat, boots and gloves. The reason for the boots is so no sharp objects pears the underside of the boot and the steel protects the toes from a heavy object being dropped on them. •	Restricted movement due to weight. •	Restricted vision due to visual field limitation •	Difficulty communicating due to face protection.

What Respiratory Protective equipment (RPE) would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the RPE The mandatory PPE is: •	Hard hat •	High vis vest •	Gloves •	Steal toed caped boots •	Ear protection •	Eye protection •	Dust mask	Before being allowed on site you must be wearing the hard hat, boots and gloves. The reason for the boots is so no sharp objects pears the underside of the boot and the steel protects the toes from a heavy object being dropped on them. •	Restricted movement due to weight. •	Restricted vision due to visual field limitation •	Difficulty communicating due to face protection.

What Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations of the LEV •	Hovers. •	Well arid and ventilated room.

When using, a chop saw or secular saw a hover can be connected to the dust extractor to collect the dust. The dust is collected into one place and prevents anyone from inhaling the dust. •	Only carton hovers can be connected to the saws. •	Must be a 110v plug in.

What Collective Protective Measures would you use	When (example)	Why	Limitations Make sure that there is a dry lockable place to store all materials. turnstiles to tell when someone comes in and out of site. All employees must use the turnstile to tell the head office who is on site in the event of a fire. Incise of a fire or any non-personnel on site can’t come on site. •	Does not work all the time. •	Reliant on a power supply.

3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control equipment should be used in accordance with the given instructions. Met in QCF643: 3.5

3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related activities.

A)	If there is a fire in the aria you were working and no one else has knottiest it, it is your duty to sound the alarm to alert everyone in the building allowing a plan to thought up to tackle the fire. If trained in the use of fire extinguishers and is a small fire than you can still sound the alarm and tackle the fire yourself if you deem it safe; but the first thing you must do is sound the alarm and evacuate the building and proceed to the fire assembly point discussed in the sit induction and shown by the sine. When dealing with spillages on site you must follow the COSH training and know the damages it may cause to yourself, others and the environment. The first thing is informing a supervisor of the spillages and they will go about the safest way of cleaning the spillage and the disposal of it. And any injury that occur on site no matter how small must be discussed with a first aider to treat the injury and for the injury to noted down in the site injury book to ensure it doesn’t happen again, you should cep a copy of the injury report.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: –	accessories –	tools and equipment

Characteristics (Types) Quality (ability), Uses (what it is used for) Sustainability (life of product) Limitations (what are the restrictions) Defects (any damages or imperfections)

Accessories There are different accessories that get used ether to: - •	Measuring. •	Drilling. •	Drilling into different materials. •	Countersinking 	If used correctly and carefully maintained than the tool should last. But as the metals used in the creation of the product is less the bits may not last as long as intended. When using any drill bits in an impact driver that is not predrilled the teeth on the bit will snap due to the pressure. If the drill bits being used for drilling into materials are used frequently the bit will heat up due to the friction and then snap.

Tools and equipment To aid in all aspects of the tasks and jobs you will be doing to complete the building your working in. Equipment is used for the aid with things like height holding materials and the aiding in other tasks. All tools be it power tools hand tools and equipment are made to last but depending on the durability of the meatless and the make of the product as there are cheap products and are not that good meaning you would end up buying twice. If power tools are left out in the elements the wiring will go making the tool unusable. Hand tools will rust in the elements. The cheaper products are not for industrial work as they tend to break down meaning you need the well named brands.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any problems associated with the resources are reported. Met in QCF643: 4.3

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Met in QCF643: 4.4

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources and methods of work. Met in QCF643: 4.5

4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to set up and use transportable cutting and shaping machines.

A)	When using transportable cutting machines such as chop saws, table saws and some other saws, as well as shaping machines that are used to cut and mould the material. There are many ways in which they can be altered to be used in alternative circumstances where ether the material needs cutting or trimmed as it does not fit or used for a different size timber. Chop saws can be used to cut the material at different angles from 90 degrees down to 5 degree. The area on which the material is rested on can be adjusted on both the chop saw with the aid of an add on within the legs and the moulding machine had an adjustable wheal where it will make the pins that hold the material closer or father apart from one another to support the material. The wastage on a chop saw is the saw dust that is collected by a hoover or if you are using the moulding machine the wastage will be the flakes of timber or material that is taken off by chisels as the material is spun around at a high speed. The saw dust material flakes and any off cuts is then put into the recycling skip for timbers and sent to a recycling plant.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. Met in QCF643: 5.4

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance. Met in QCF643: 5.5 6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: progress charts, timetables and estimated times and organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. Met in QCF643: 6.2 7.5 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:

How do you apply safe work practices when you check powered transportable cutting and shaping machines (fuel and electric mains/battery) for serviceability, check voltage requirements, safety cut offs and circuit breakers, set up machines in preparation for use, fix and secure work, select and ensure safety guards are in place in accordance with machine instructions, select accessories for the machine and the work and identify maintenance requirements for accessories. I apply to the safe work practices when using any power tools or transportable machinery through firstly being trained in the use of the tool’s. As well as knowing the correct voltages and battery that will be needed to operate t5he power tool such as a 2 amp battery right up to a 5 amp, where if your using it of the mains it would be a 110v as this is a safe voltage to be using as the injury that may occurred is lessened but towards the end of the build the drop downs will be removed and there will be need to use a transformer that is used off the mains converting 240v into 110v. there will be a need to protect your power tools from cuts or tears in cables, that there are no cracks or is not damaged and it is maintained. Not all add-ons and accessories that are supplied with the power tools last the duration of time you have the tool there for will need replacing immediately to lessen the chance of an injury. You will know that the add-on will need replacing as soon as it ether shatters, is chipped or blunt. All the correct PPE must be worn at all time the power tools are in operation things such as dust masks, eye protection, ear protection; Safety equipment will need to be used such as a dust extractor to prevent the dust from entering the ear and it then being inhaled and cause respiratory problems. With the aide or clamps the material can be correctly faced down to prevent it moving when the material is getting cut.

How would you follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them. I would follow all procedures put in place as they are there to protect me in all aspects of the jobs on site. I would do this simply by checking through them before progressing with the job in hand, also during to make sure that myself and others are safe and will not be harmed in anyway. I would report all problems as soon as they occur as this will help deal with the problem and exclude it to carry on with work, this will also help with any other problems as they will be solved in the same way as with all problems that occur there will be updated method statement that can be followed to ensure that no others occur. If any problem would occur a supervisor would need to be informed straightaway as the will help solve it as best they can, ether by word of mouth or through the aid of illustrations or scald drawings giving a more detailed description of the task in hand,

7.6 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:

How do you apply safe work practices when you cut and shape materials to agreed tolerances, change saw blades: circular, chop, mitre, bench, jig, reciprocating, alligator and scroll. Change accessories: drill bits, router bits, discs, planner blades, and abrasives. Use templates, profiles and jigs and operate fixed machines When dealing with all power tools and that are used to cut and shape and them needing to be replaced than I would have to comply with the safety work procedures to ensure the replacements are the correct one for the tool and that it complies with the health and safety regulations. I must first be trained in the use of the tool and through that know the way that it operates, knowing how it is assembled so if a part needs replacing I can do so without causing harm to myself of others that may use it after it is replaced. A trained tradesman must replace the guard as it is the only thing protecting the user from all types of saws and if not correctly replace can cause a series injury to the user. When replacing things like the blade due to general wear and tear it is important to know how it is replaced it will instruct you in the user manual. The power supply to the tool must first be turned off before doing any moderations to any type of powered saws or machinery as if it still has power it may tear on and cause a series injury. Once the tool has been repaired it must be checked to ensure the tool is safe for use again. The same rules apply when changing accessories such as drill bits, with constant use the bit loses its integrity and will eventually brake when replacing It with a new bit there is always a chance as it is secured in the drill the bit may pears and drill into the hand and if this does not happen and the bit is not correctly faced as is being used it may cause an injury. If not correctly secured planner blades cause the biggest hazard as it is being used it may jump as it is still running or it may fly out of the planer. When using fixed machines there should only be one operating it unless it says other ways there should be no loos clothing when using any power tools.

How to apply safe work practices when using use tools, accessories and equipment

Through the up keep of both hand tools and power tools there will be leas chances of an injury as the tool is getting used correctly. The correct PPE must be used for each tool as it will also minimize the chance of injury to the user of the tool. All possible safety equipment must be used such as hovers connected to power tools that create dust that might then be inhaled by all employees. The aide of lifting aids where the materials are too heavy to lift and could cause strain on the back and lead to problems in the future. Making sure that the aria you will be or are working is not restricting any fire exits or door openings. Allowing other trades to work in the same fascinate as your working if the is ample room for you both. All access equipment must have a serves tag to allow it to be use; the same goes with some power and portable tools.

How to apply safe work practices when working at height and using access equipment When working at any height above ground level there is great risk of falling off and injuring yourself. Through the aid of safety equipment this will lessen the chance of injures. Things like having a scaffolding around the outside of the building with hand rails will prevent anyone falling off, as well as the aid of harnesses if an employee falls off rearing this they will be suspended in the ear and will need the help of others to safe you. Using mobile towers will help in a situation where there is work needed to be done at a height this acts like a scaffolding and allows you to work at a height enclosed by hand rails. There will need to have a kick board at the bottom of the scaffolding or mobile tower as if any tools or materials fall off there is a chance of injury.

How would you follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them. Through following all procedures put in place as they are there to protect me in all aspects of the jobs on site. I would do this simply by checking through them before progressing with the job in hand, also during to make sure that myself and others are safe and will not be harmed in anyway. I would report all problems as soon as they occur as this will help deal with the problem and exclude it to carry on with work, this will also help with any other problems as they will be solved in the same way as with all problems that occur there will be updated method statement that can be followed to ensure that no others occur.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively communicate within a team when setting up and using powered transportable cutting and shaping machines.

A)	When using transportable power tools such as chop saws, table saws and moulding machines there is always a chance that due to their size the will need to be moved due to the dust or waste it creates and will either be inhaled by the workers working in and around the aria of the machinery. Communication is key in these situations, as through talking with other trades and management you can then find the best place to set up out of the way of other workers and the arias where there working as well as a well-ventilated aria so that the dust don’t effect workers in the aria.

7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools, accessories and ancillary equipment used when setting up and using transportable cutting and shaping machines.

A)	The correct way to maintain the tools and stop them from becoming damaged is when they’re not getting used they should be stored in a dry room out of the weather and out of the damp as their power tools the damp and weather will have a negative effect on the wiring of the tools. Any hand tolls that are used to maintain the machines must also be kept in good condition there for the best way to do this is to keep them in a tool box in a dry room. Any equipment needed when using the machinery must be kept in good order like the dust mask should be kept in the air tight bag preventing ant dust from entering it as it is stored. When setting any machinery up you must first be aware of where people are working and how it will affect others as well as yourself. It should be away from doorways and fire exits to allow axes in and out of the building.

text  text NVQ Wood L3  Knowledge questioning for unit QCF209v2 Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in the Workplace.

QCF209v2.1 Identify work activities, assess required resources and plan the sequence of work.

1.3. Explain the types of work relative to the occupational area and how to identify different work activities.

Work carried out to specifications, drawings and plans will give you a clear understanding of the types of work relative to a job, example being a timber flat roof, studding, installing a staircase or carrying out maintenance work. Communication and identification of changes to the plan have to be discussed between the work force this can be done in toolbox talks and meeting.

1.4. Explain methods of assessing the resources needed from a range of available information.

In order to complete the range of work relative, you must use all the pieces of information provided this being architectural drawings of the task at hand, specifications that will give you a detailed list of materials and resources that should be used. From the plan drawings and specification you will be able to calculate the resources required before starting the task. Other tasks will require measuring up but may need a specification to referee to for specific information, such as skirting type/moulding.

1.5. Explain the required information and the different methods used to prepare a work programme relative to the occupational area.

Ghant charts, programme of work, CDM file are all required to construct a programme of work this will allow you to establish a start and completion date from the programme of work and using the ghant chart you can create a critical path. Plans and specification are used to establish a resources/ material list this can be incorporated into the work programming allowing for expected delays such as lead time on materials, weather and other unplanned delays.

Risk assessments, method statements and safety data sheets are all pieces of information crucial when planning as they list the hazards and state the precautions and measures taken to make the task safe.

2.2. Explain the different sources and methods that can be used to obtain clarification and advice when the required resources are not available.

Advice and clarity can be achieved in a number of ways when uncertain this can be by communicating with line management such as project managers or supervisors, the customer, regulation authorities or just a team meeting to address the issue.

For example say a specific joist size and design is specified on a drawing that has been sent by an architect and the desired resources are unavailable communication with the above will give you clarification as to which alternative should be used such as (deeper joist or doubling up of joist on a flat roof).

In order to come to the conclusion of the alternative, a number of resources of information can be used to give you a better understanding these can be in the form of; experienced other tradesman, architects, regulations and British standards and the internet will provide relevant research that will guide you.

3.2. Explain different methods of evaluating work activities against the following project requirements: 3.2. – contract conditions The cost and breakdown of the job will be discussed and agreed with by the customer and tradesman before work is started, although cost breakdown can be made in a number of ways such as hourly rate, day rate, or an outright price for the job, this will not include any extras whether this be added by the client at a later date.

In terms of payment, payment should be carried out when the work is carried out to a level of quality that is required by the customer this standard of work should be consistent through the work. Depending on the scale of the job and the customer an agreement can be made before for interim payments to be made for each stage of the job presuming it meets the standard required. An advantage of this payment scheme is that the tradesman doesn’t financially have all of the outgoings at one time.

Some contract conditions state that work cannot be carried out within unsociable hours, this being out of normal hours. These types of contracts usually take place in town and city centres areas (higher populated).

3.2. – contract programme

A contract programme is the ability to be able to show the progress that is being made throughout the duration of the job. An agreement will usually be made between the customer and tradesman for completion dates of curtail stage of the job, these can easily be monitored using methods such as a critical path, work schedule, flow chart.

3.2. – health and safety requirements of operatives.

The health and safety of each work activity is a critical stage of planning the job, it is important that a health and safety policy is implicated no matter how big the scale of the job is. Each company should have its own policy that they follow; the policy should state what your employer is legally responsible of i.e insuring a safe working site with well-maintained welfare facilities. The policy should also state what you as an employee are responsible of i.e maintaining a safe working atmosphere. Along with this, it is within an employer’s legal requirements to provide risk assessments and method statements for any task that have a risk of injury. Employees should be aware and able to address these pieces of information at any time on site, along with regular tool box talks to address any hazards on site.

3.3. Evaluate the requirements of significant external factors that could affect the progress of work, in relation to: 3.3. – other related programmes

In some cases work can be affected due to a number of external factors that don’t directly affect the work, some work requires the permission of local authorities before any work can start, this can often be a hold up if the work affects the natural habitat, or in other cases the existing building is part of a heritage that doesn’t allow the building to be structurally changed. Other factors that many affect the progress of the work may be the ability to excavate this may be due to location, in a city centre, near a train track, near water mains. Scaffolding should also be taken into consideration when relating the external factors as the lead time on a large scale scaffold may affect the progress.

3.3. – special working conditions

Some work located in city and town centres permit that it can’t be carried out outside of working hours, this be due to the noisy. Other factors such as restricted use of equipment can affect work progress as some machinery prohibits the excessive use as vibrations from say a breaker can cause white finger. Permits to work will also have to acquired and checked to tradesman who intend to carry out work in confident spaces and or below ground level.

3.3. – weather conditions

In the instance of severe weather conditions that will affect work progress a number of precautions can be taken to insure progress is made for example;

Extreme winds it is important to insure any work that is carried out at a road side is well managed and any Harris fencing or signage is weighed down, any work on the roof or pervious work should be examined to insure everything is secured and that there is no risk of falling items. In the instance of excessive rainfall temporary shelters and barriers can be assembled to insure outside work that is critical can still be carried out to plan.

3.3. – other occupations/people

It is important to take into consideration the availability of the tradesman that are carrying out the work on site, as some tradesman may not be as reliable as others and when It comes to relaying on someone who can’t make it to site on time or someone who is early each morning and at work every day you will have an easily job as to who to pick. It is just as important to keep track of who is available on certain dates and not, as a replacement may need to be arranged if someone has requested holiday time, just as well with a worker who in on sick leave.

3.3. – resources

Resources should be taken into consideration when planning and creating time scales as some resources require a certain lead time (amount of time before delivery the resource must be ordered) for example specialist trusses or roof light, this is crucial to insure progress is as efficient as possible and carpenters aren’t waiting 3 weeks for trusses to turn up. This also applies for materials that you may want to order in large quantities as there may be a high demand for them, thus having reduced stock available, an example maybe three full pallets of sound acoustic plasterboard and a distributing only have two full pallets.

3.3. – health and safety requirements.

In the event of a serious injury occurring on site as an employer and manager you must allocate time for an investigation to take place into why it occurred, it is also important that the accident and severity of the incident has been reported to the (HSE Health and Safety excutives) this comes under the( RIDDOR legislation Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013)

Reportable incidents include; Fractures Amputations Any injury that impels the use of sight Any serious burns Any injury involving asbestos Any crush injury to the head or torso 4.2. Evaluate which work activities make the best use of available resources in relation to: 4.2. – occupations and/or customers associated with the work

Within the construction industry the difference in sub contracted work and direct labour have a big impact on the work activities, as some sub contracted tradesman may specialise in a specific aspect of work this may be anything from kitchen fitting, roof light fitting or truss roof work. In terms of which is better than one another, there is no right or wrong answer as both have advantages, direct labourers are viable answer to get a range of work activities completed. Working for private customers as opposed to large companies also as advantages and disadvantages, working for a local customer you are able to get direct communication with the client, this may be an issue to arrange when carrying out contract work with a large company.

4.2. – tools, plant and/or ancillary equipment

When it comes to make the best use of tools and equipment in the industry, there are two ways of addressing it, you can either outright buy the equipment or hire/rent it from a supplier both of which have pros and cons

Pros of hiring equipment; •	When finished with and off hired it won’t take up space (I,e welfare facilities, containers) •	It is not your responsibility to make sure the equipment is regularly tested. •	No initial outgoing i.e you don’t have to pay for expensive equipment that you make struggle to afford)

Pros of buying equipment outright; •	It is your own then, and can be used throughout a range or working activities. •	Save money in the long run. •	You can be sure the equipment is reliable and available at any time. 4.2. materials and components.

Within the construction industry materials and resources are an important aspect of the job, pricing for work will involve the calculation of material prices so it is of course best to try and get the best price, this can be achieved buy shopping around various suppliers, online shopping can also be a good alternative as there is such a wide market on the internet when you may be able to find deals on the materials, although you will have to allow for dispatch times. In some instances a good relationship with a local supplier may work in your favour as you may be able to discuss a deal on materials bought in bulk.

4.3. Explain different methods and sources that can identify which work activities influence each other.

Ensuring work is appropriately organised and coordinated so that different trade’s man can carry out work in accordance to the programme of work.

When different trades man are carrying out work at the same time it is important to insure that they don’t do anything that will affect each other’s work, whether this be damage to incomplete work of holding up someone else’s work, if required the work schedule should be altered to best suit the situation of the job and the tradesmen.

4.4. Describe how to determine the sequence of work activities and how long each work activity will take.

When planning the sequence of work it is important to use methods that can be easily tracked, methods such as work schedules and critical paths are good because they illustrate a clear picture of what state the job should be at a certain date. A work schedule will specifically identify how long a certain job should take, this information can be obtained from a range of resources such as the internet, books, working experience, professional opinion ect.

4.5. Describe what zero and low carbon requirements are.

The requirements of the UK carbon emission for the next 4years is to reduce the level by 34%. This emission level is to be reduce by lowering the consumption of energy in domestic buildings, this can be done by using more energy efficient techniques such as using renewable energy sources such as wind turbines and solar panels. Lowering emissions can also be done by making existing building more energy efficient using good quality insulation and more efficient energy appliances.

4.6. Explain how work activities and different ways of using resources can impact on zero and low carbon requirements, and make a positive contribution to the environment.

Work activities within the construction industry can be controlled and regulated to promote low carbon emissions by using locally resources materials as opposed to using materials that require airtime from oversea this will be a positive impact on the emission. In order to keep carbon levels low getting the most efficiency from buildings is essential an example of this can be by reducing the heating demand to heat a building by using good quality insulation, or perhaps fitting energy efficient appliance ie boilers and heating systems.

5.1. Evaluate project progress against the work programme to identify any changed circumstances.

Project progress will mean there will be changed circumstances to the work programme. You will be able to identify this by checking the work programme and seeing what is new to it and what has changed to what you had originally worked out. You will be able to see this by if any occupation has completed earlier than you planed or later than you planed. You would then evaluate the progress.

5.3. Explain how to identify possible alterations to the work programme to meet changed circumstances relating to action lists, method statements, duration, schedules and/or occupation specific requirements.

A Gantt chart is used to track the progress of the work programme. The work programme will have to be altered in the way that the trade which has been put back will have to be scheduled in to come back the next week. The project manager will then have to contact the tradesman telling them to come back at another date because of what’s happened, letting them know as soon as possible so that the tradesman can arrange something else to do in the meantime. Alterations to the work programme would mean if an occupation on the job hasn’t completed his side of the work and you can’t start until he’s finished it will mean that the work programme timescales will be changed. And the work task dates will be changed.

5.4. Explain how to assess contractual/work effects resulting from alterations to the work programme.

Different work can result in alterations to the work programme for example certain jobs will have to be completed at certain time because of the weather, time of day even the temperature this will result in having to alternate the work programme to keep it flowing

5.5. Explain the methods used to justify to decision makers on the effects resulting from alterations to the work programme. Methods used to justify alterations to the work programme would be talking between occupations seeing who is available and which occupation id best fitted to the next part of the work. Also checking if it will affect further work. The final decision will be from the boss/site manager. You will have to show reasons for this, for example if you were pointing and weren’t too sure on what colure pointing the customer wanted you would have to make test sheets for the customer too look at and give a final decision.

Knowledge questioning for unit QCF210v2 Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace

QCF210v2.1 Develop, maintain and encourage working relationships to promote good will and trust.

1.3. Explain the methods and techniques used and personal attributes required to encourage and maintain working relationships that promote goodwill and trust with relevant people. Methods and techniques and personal attributes which encourage and maintain a good working relationship are encouraging each other by telling them how well/hard they have worked (praise them), help them out by telling them what needs to be done and how it could be done, tell them in a respectful manner. Plus good communication telling each other what’s going on.

1.4. Explain the principles of equality and diversity and how to apply them when working and communicating with others. The principles of Equality and diversity are promoting equality of opportunity for all, giving every individual the chance to achieve their potential, free from prejudice and discrimination. You can apply this when working and communicating with others by letting everyone have a fair roll in the work and communicating with everybody in the same way, for example not raising your voice at certain people and then speaking calmly with others.

2.2. Explain the different methods and techniques used to inform relevant people about work activities.

Communication between clients, line management, employers and contractors will be carried out differently using a range of communication resources. Talking to work members will be done verbally, giving instructions as to what to carrying out throughout the day this can be done in team meetings daily referring to work schedules and deadlines Customers and clients should be kept in the loop with progress updates using phone calls, email, verbal communication and text this will ensure any alterations or issues can be informed asap.

2.3. Explain the effects of not informing relevant people with the expected level of urgency.

If there is no urgency to inform other tradesman of delays to the work schedule this could affect the overall production on site, for example not informing workings of delays to materials that are waited on, this will affect production and will fall back and effect other trades that are relaying on them. Some contracted jobs way have a fine for tasks that are not completed by set dates, it is important information as such is passed on to illustrate the importance and urgency.

2.4. Explain the different types of work activity related information and to what level of detail the following people would expect to receive: 2.4. – colleagues ` Must know what work they are required to carry out on a day to day basis, the hazards and safety issues that they may face in the work place as well as the PPE they are required to wear and where it is available. They will need to be informed of the work activities going on around them and if they need to leave there work area due to other work going on.

2.4. – employers

Will need to be aware of more specific details to be able to determine the amount of manpower needed to carry out the job, they will need to be able to decide the recourse, tools and materials required. Information required such as H&S related and PPE measures, employers should also be aware of the work that is being carried out by sub contracted firms and any delays to the programme of work.

2.4. – customers

Will be want to know how long the project will take, the cost of the work being carried out, they will want to know how the work will affect their living arrangements whether or not it will affect their water or electrics, this may require customers to arrange alternative living arrangements for the duration of the job. It is important the customer is informed of any health and safety precautions that are in place while the work is being carried out. Customers will want to be informed of any issues to the programme of work that will affect the deadline as well as any additional costs that have not been discussed prior to the job.

2.4. – contractors

Will be expecting to have direct meetings on site regarding the work being carried out, they will also expect direct instruction on the work, written and verbal job specification and other documents such as risk assessments ,method statement and materials required. One of the things they will need to be clear on is the completion date and who is at fault and liable for any issues to the work. They will need to be supplied with all the information that a customer would expect, start and completion date, risk assessments, method statements, info regarding storage and welfare as well as any potential delays or changes to the programme.

2.4. – suppliers of products and services

Will need to be aware of details regarding tools, materials and equipment required they will need to know when and for how long it is all needed for. They will need to know of any materials they will that will be required later on down the line, specialist materials such as trusses and timber ect.

2.4. – other people affected by the work/project.

Other people such as neighbours in the area of work may be affected by plant machinery and tools, traffic of parked vehicles, any hazards that may be in the area that they will need to know of, it is also important they are aware of the type of work that is being carried out.

3.2. Explain the techniques of encouraging questions and/or requests for clarification and comments.

I keep in regular contact with team members by using a variety of communication methods so that if I can’t be there I can still ensure any information needed can be clarified. When giving a task I make sure they are clear on what they are being asked to carry out, if they feel the need to ask questions I ensure I make time to address the questions asked as soon as possible. This way team members feel they aren’t pestering or interrupting the work schedule or myself, they feel they are of equal importance and not just another worker. A way of insuring no one feels they are unimportant is by carting out team meetings address any issues and questions that need addressing.

3.3. Explain the different ways of offering advice and help to different people about work activities, in relation to:

3.3. – progress It is important that all team members and not just line management are kept informed of the progress of the job, this can be easily managed by regular team meetings were you can address information, individual meetings with management will also benefit the work schedule as you can go over things such as change of work plan, ie asking someone to move to carry out a different job.

3.3. – results

Results is also another topic that can be discussed with the whole task force at team meetings, this way you can inform the team of work that has been carried out well and motivate the team to continue doing the best they can.

3.3. – achievements Achievements come under the same category as results when in a team meeting, individual achievements can be discussed between individuals and line management where they can set new goals and show acknowledgement of the work.

3.3. – occupational problems Any issues and or problems to the work team should be immediately discussed as soon as they happen, this should be discussed by the members involved. This may be individually and privately or amongst a team meeting.

3.3. – occupational opportunities

Along with occupational problems, opportunities should be discussed by working team members in tool box talks and meetings. This will allow team members to arise any questions about future opportunities and training into further roles.

3.3. – health and safety requirements

Any issues regarding health and safety should be covered in site inductions, tool box talks and safe start meetings on a regular basis or when need arises. Example being change in circumstance on site that leads to a possible hazard. Signage and posters are displayed in regularly occupied places such as the canteen and around site, posters displaying regular important information on excessive power tool usage, manual handling and working in excessive sun light.

3.3. – co-ordinated work.

A working company policy encourages all employees to raise any concerns regarding H&S as soon as they arise as it is for everyone’s best interest, they can do this by going directly to a supervisor, line manager or anonymously using a suggestion box.

4.2. Explain the methods of clarifying alternative proposals with relevant people.

Being discussed with the relevant person involved in the matter, I would check they have fully understood my proposition of the change, I make sure they have understood me by asking them to recite what has been said and encourage them to ask as many questions as possible about the proposal to ensure they are satisfied with the alternative. When a proposal to change something more complex happens it is usually put into writing to ensure no miscommunication occurs and a verbal document of the proposal can be kept for reference.

4.3. Explain the methods of suggesting alternative proposals.

Before suggesting an alternative method or proposal to the work programme I ensure that the instructions given are correct and that I am certain I understand myself, carrying out these checks ensures I don’t give off an unprofessional and unexperienced impression.

5.2. Explain the methods and techniques used to resolve differences of opinion in ways which minimise offence and maintain goodwill, trust and respect.

When dealing with differences in opinion it is important not to be biased and listen to both sides of the story before coming to a conclusion on the mater, you must always be fair and equal. If there is a difference of opinion it is important to address the situation before it gets out of hand and the situation worsens. Sitting down and talking to the parties involved privately will help address the issue in a mature mater. Regardless on the seriousness of the situation and the issue disciplinary procedures should be taken swiftly to show that certain behaviour will not be tolerated.

Knowledge questioning for unit QCF211v2 Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace

QCF211v2.1 Assess available project data accurately to determine the occupational method of work.

1.2. Explain how to summarise the following project data:

1.2. – required quantities Can be listed and summarised in either material lists, resources sheets or requisition notes or verbally. Usually kept track of by a personal who will deal with all materials and resources for the job, ie supervisor/ quantity surveyor.

1.2. – specifications

Job specifications and instructions for work programme are broken down into categories for individual persons as well team work, this makes it easier to manage when dealing with the specs of the job.

1.2. – detailed drawings

Drawings/plans can also be broken down into categories for each trade, drawings for plumbing and electrics can be constructed and given to team workers to allow them to summarise and come to grips with the information.

1.2. – health and safety requirements

Health and safety information is assessed and formed for individual work actives in a risk assessment, information and advice for H&S on site should be displayed on poster on site an in the canteen as well as being delivered during tool box talks and site meetings.

1.2. – timescales Timescales are something that will be talked about verbally whether this be with clients or team workers, they will also be tracked and displayed on method statements for each activity. Timescales determine the amount of time allocated for each individual aspect of a job.

1.2. – scope of works.

The scope of the job can be easily found by checking working programmes, schedules, gant charts. They will show an overall analysis of the job being carried out and the work being done.

1.3. Explain the different methods of assessing available project data.

Project data can come in two different forms, written documents as well as computerised documents this can be in the form of drawings, specifications ect. Legislation documents are kept at hand and regularly referred back to, this ensures working practices are being kept up to current legislation. Any data and information relating products in also regularly updated to ensure newest products available on the market are being taken advantage of.

1.4. Explain how to use project data to interpret the work method, In relation to: 1.4. – standard work procedures

Working procedures are vaguely addressed in a risk assessment aspects such as H&S procedures, information and hazards. Other working procedures are more thoroughly outlined in a method statement information such as safe working practices, materials that will be used for the task, working techniques required, PPE and equipment required, emergency and alarm procedures in place as well as facilities.

1.4. – sequence of work

The sequence of work is also something that is addressed in the method statement, it is used to calculate a start and completion date based upon the programme of work, having this information you can then arrange the manpower necessary to carry out the work to schedule.

1.4. – organisation of resources (people, equipment, materials)

Knowing what resources, equipment and manpower is needed to the job can be calculated by referring to documents such as the programme of work, and method statement to determine what materials are required and by using drawing and plans you can calculate quantities for a cutting list.

1.4. – work techniques

Work techniques for each individual job will be highlighted and identified in the method statement, it will state the type of work needed to complete the task as well as the manpower and tradesmen necessary, the method statement will also state the need for any specialist equipment and plant.

1.4. – working conditions (health, safety and welfare)

It is a legal requirement for an employer to provide welfare facilities adequate for all employees on site, these should be regularly maintained and kept clean by all employees or over seen by appointed body. The use of mobile welfare units should be used under the (7:1 ratio) 7 perons to 1 portable toilet which should also be regularly serviced. Health and safety information should be accessible in the site office as well as the site induction.

1.4. – risk assessment.

Risk assessments should be at the ready to be accessed at any time, stored in a safe place on site (site office) this way they are there to be referred to by anyone at any time, Risk assessments are also a topic that should be risen in site inductions, new employees should be given an overview of the topic and any site hazards that they should be aware of.

2.2. Explain different methods and techniques of obtaining additional information from the following alternative sources when available project data is insufficient: 2.2. – customers or representatives

Customers and representatives can be communicated with can be communicated with in a number of ways be it written email, a phone call, a text messages or verbally confronting for additional information. Any significant changes to the programme or materials being used should be communicated in writing to ensure a written copy can be kept for reference and clarification.

2.2. – suppliers

Having a strong relationship with a supplier will ensure you can regularly keep in contact about availability of materials and getting materials that are desperately needed as soon as possible. Suppliers will also keep you up to date with any products, tools and equipment information that is required.

2.2. – regulatory authorities

Information regarding legislation and authorities within the industry can be accessed and viewed by visiting the internet and sites such as building regulation site, this will allow you to keep up to date with any changes and allow you to review and ensure you are carrying out work to meet the targets. Information can also be found on the HSE web site this will be a useful tool for insuring safety procedures are being implicated.

2.2. – manufacturer’s literature.

Manufactures information on products can be easily found by addressing the provided info usually found on the product, this will give specific info on hazardousness of the product, chemicals and elements in the product and does and don’ts of the product. Additional information on manufactures literature can be accessed via the internet by carrying out research.

3.3. Explain how to identify work methods that make best use of resources and meet project, statutory and contractual requirements against technical criteria, in relation to:

3.3. – health and safety welfare (principles of protection)

Any working methods carried out on site have method statements and risk assessments carried out to identify and reduce the risk of injury before the occurrence of it. Additional information regarding safe working practises, safe use and storage of materials can be accessed via the COSHH website (control of substance hazard to health) as well as manufactures recommendation.

3.3. – fire protection Emergency procedures are put in place to account for any safety hazards, a safety plan is drawn up showing fire marshals, fire evacuation points and the fire assembly point for the site. All of the information is delivered in the site induction and displayed on posters in the canteen and around site. Local emergency services are pre warned of the work being carried out as company policy.

3.3. – access and egress

Public safety is ensured by making sure the site is safe and secured at all times, this may also mean secure areas that still need to be accessible to the public. Harris fencing, bunting and coning, displaying posters and signs o are all examples of methods used to reduce the hazards to the public. Unauthorised access to site is not prohibited and can be controlled using maned site security during the night, key card access as well as face recognition.

3.3. – equipment availability

When not in use all equipment and materials should be stored in a secure place whether this be the back of a vehicle or a provided storage container for all equipment on site, containers should be locked. Carrying out these producers will reduce the risk of theft and unauthorised access on site during the day and night.

3.3. – availability of competent workforce

3.3. – pollution risk

`Site disposal policy and information stating the correct method of disposing waste is available and delivered to workers during site inductions. Any hazardous chemicals and materials should be properly disposed of according to the manufactures information supplied, hazardous chemicals that require specialist removal should be complied with.

3.3. – waste and disposal Recycling of waste and materials on site is a crucial method to reduce the pollution produced on site from burning, it is important to separate the waste into categories this can be easily done designating skips to appropriate waste ie a secure asbestos skip, timber, metal and general waste. It is important to ensure employees know that open fires on site are not permitted by law and is the incorrect way to dispose of resources.

3.3. – zero and low carbon outcomes

All employees are regularly prompted to promote a low carbon foot print on site by switching off any lights or sockets when not in use and at the end of a working day. Using battery powered kit on site as opposed to mains equipment can also be a good alternative to reduce carbon outcomes. Equipment that is powered by 240walt mains electric is regularly tested to ensure it is running at optimum efficiency.

3.3. – weather conditions.

In the instance of unforeseen weather conditions, plans are in place to ensure that the use of man power is and labour is best used while available, this may be by change the area of work or erecting temporary shelters to protect workers and continue work.

3.4. Explain how to identify work methods that make best use of resources and meet project, statutory and contractual requirements against project criteria, in relation to:

3.4. – conforming to statutory requirements

Understanding all instructions eg: method of work, building regulations, and work relationships. Also making sure all requirements are met for example completion times and dates, build quality and delivery times.

3.4. – customer and user needs

When working with a client in mind it is important to always remember to keep the customers need in consideration, communication with the customer should be optimal using all the information given to insure you carry out the work to a required need, and issues and alterations should be run by the customer ensuring they are kept in the loop at all times.

3.4. – contract requirements in terms of time, quantity and quality

When carrying out large scale work it is not unheard of to have timescales for each stage of the job, for example all the groundwork complete by a set date, or all the first fix plumbing and electrics complete by said date ect. Sourcing alternative materials may be required in order to keep to the schedule, compromise may have to be made on materials when ordering similar to requirements this will be due to unavailability.

3.4. – environmental considerations.

When hold ups due to weather occur it is important to have and follow a contingency plan this is in place to promptly get the work schedule back on track, it may be that your contingency plan is to get more man power in to speed the job up and get it back on track.

3.5. Explain how different methods of work can achieve zero/low carbon outcomes.

Reducing carbon outcomes of an entire job can be started by when possible sourcing materials locally to cut down on travel miles. Using materials that have been recycled and materials that are renewable such as wood where trees can be replanted will help. Building techniques that use the full potential of the building energy can be used to keep the carbon outcome low for example using good insulation throughout the building to contain the heat, fit energy efficient appliances such as boilers, the type of glazing going into the building will affect the amount of heat lost. Believe it or not the position of the building will also effect the energy efficiency, it is important to ensure while building to consider the orientation of buildings with good shading balance.

4.3. Describe the different techniques and methods of confirming and communicating work methods to relevant people.

Depending on the parties each relevant persons should be communicated and handled differently, employees and work members should be verbally information using drawings and demonstrations to ensure this isn’t any miscommunication, it is important to be calm and patient with employees making sure you appear approachable at all times to ensure employees can ask for clarification if needed. Customers should also be dealt with an element of care, ensuring you come across as helpful and persistent, they should feel they can contact you whenever necessary for clarification. Line management and employers should be contacted regularly verbally as well as using documented communication such as email, formal meetings and site visits should be arranged to ensure progression updates can be made.

4.4. Explain the principles of equality and diversity and how to apply them when working and communicating with others.

When working in the construction industry it is important to ensure you are considerate of each other and everyone is treated equally, being in such a large industry there is going to be a large amount of diversity in the workplace this should not affect the way you treat the working team. Equality in the work place should allow team members to all have equal opportunities to carry out roll. When communicating with members in the work place who are of different diversities whether this be race, sex, ethnicity, nationality, sexually orientation or disabilities this should be regardless as you should treat them as you would expect to be treated and carry out work as you would.