Take responsibility for own health, safety and security at work in the textile care services sector
Overview
This standard is for those who take responsibility for their own health, safety and security in the workplace and is about using the correct procedures to prevent, control and minimise risk to yourself and others in the workplace. You will be required to take appropriate action in the event of an accident or incident within your own area of responsibility.
You will be responsible for the health, safety and security of yourself and others in the workplace, taking action in the event of any potential hazards and security breaches to make the workplace safe. In the textile care sector, which covers Laundry, Wet and Dry Cleaning, specific hazards include machinery and chemical cleaning agents.
This standard is for all roles in Textile Care Services.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 identify the location and type of accident or incident
P2 recognise and correctly respond to the sounds of alarms
P3 raise the alarm as required
P4 follow organisational procedures in the event of fire, emergencies or accidents
P5 recognise and rectify where possible potential hazards in the workplace
P6 follow the organisational procedures for shut down and evacuation when required
P7 use, maintain and replace emergency equipment and protective clothing and equipment
P8 monitor the workplace for hazards and report hazards which cannot be rectified immediately
P9 use correct handling and lifting techniques
P10 report any security breaches
P11 safely handle and move waste and debris
P12 store materials and equipment in line with manufacturer’s and organisational requirements
P13 identify malfunctions in machinery and equipment
P14 correct any service malfunctions or report those that you cannot rectify
P15 identify and report any hazardous substance leaks
P16 complete all documentation
P17 comply with organisational Health and Safety policies and procedures
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
K1 where alarms, emergency exits, escape routes, emergency equipment and assembly points are located
K2 what the alarm sounds like
K3 what hazardous substances are used in the workplace
K4 methods of making safe or reducing the danger of hazardous substances in the event of an accident
K5 how to handle and store hazardous substances in line with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
K6 what the most likely accidents and emergencies are in the workplace, are and how to respond to them
K7 who the nominated first aiders are
K8 how to respond to loss of property
K9 your responsibility to health, safety and security in the workplace
K10 how to correctly use the various types of PPE equipment in your premises
K11 how to comply with procedures in the event of emergencies