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How will you conduct a risk assessment?

1. Identify Hazards: Look around the workplace to find anything that could
cause harm.
2. Assess Risks: Determine how likely it is that each hazard could cause harm
and how serious the harm could be.
3. Control Risks: Decide on measures to eliminate or reduce the risks.
4. Record Findings: Write down the hazards, risks, and measures taken.
5. Review: Regularly check and update the risk assessment to ensure it
remains effective1.

What is incident and accident reporting?

 Incident Reporting: This involves documenting any event that could have
caused harm but didn’t (near miss) or any event that did cause harm
(accident). It helps in understanding what went wrong and how to prevent it
in the future2.
 Accident Reporting: Specifically focuses on events that resulted in injury or
damage. It includes details like what happened, how it happened, and what
can be done to prevent it from happening again 3.

How will you identify hazards at the work site?

1. Inspect the Workplace: Regularly walk around and look for potential
hazards.
2. Talk to Workers: They can provide insights into hazards they encounter.
3. Review Past Incidents: Look at previous accident and incident reports to
identify recurring hazards.
4. Use Checklists: These can help ensure you don’t miss any common
hazards4.

What machines are used in a cleaning company?

1. Vacuum Cleaners: For cleaning carpets and floors.


2. Floor Scrubbers: For deep cleaning hard floors.
3. Pressure Washers: For cleaning outdoor areas and tough stains.
4. Carpet Extractors: For deep cleaning carpets.
5. Steam Cleaners: For sanitizing surfaces without chemicals5.

Additional Questions You Might Be Asked

1. How do you ensure safety while using cleaning chemicals?


2. What personal protective equipment (PPE) do you use?
3. How do you handle and dispose of hazardous waste?
4. Can you describe a time when you identified a safety hazard and
how you addressed it?

1. How do you ensure safety while using cleaning chemicals?

 Read Labels: Always read and follow the instructions on the chemical
labels.
 Use Proper PPE: Wear gloves, masks, and goggles to protect yourself.
 Ventilation: Ensure the area is well-ventilated to avoid inhaling fumes.
 Store Safely: Keep chemicals in their original containers and store them
safely away from children and pets.

2. What personal protective equipment (PPE) do you use?

 Gloves: To protect your hands from chemicals and sharp objects.


 Masks: To avoid inhaling harmful fumes or dust.
 Goggles: To protect your eyes from splashes.
 Aprons: To keep your clothes and skin safe from spills.

3. How do you handle and dispose of hazardous waste?

 Identify Hazardous Waste: Know what materials are considered


hazardous.
 Use Proper Containers: Place hazardous waste in labeled, leak-proof
containers.
 Follow Regulations: Dispose of waste according to local regulations and
guidelines.
 Training: Ensure all workers are trained on how to handle and dispose of
hazardous waste safely.

4. Can you describe a time when you identified a safety


hazard and how you addressed it?

 Example: “Once, I noticed a wet floor in a hallway that could cause someone
to slip and fall. I immediately put up a warning sign and cleaned the area.
Then, I reported the issue to my supervisor to ensure it wouldn’t happen
again.”

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