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QPW02 003N
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The safe working practices and procedures to be followed whilst preparing and tidying the work area
are things like putting something back straight after you have used it
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Not only that but if you put your tools back to
where they are kept it will save time looking for them and prevent losing any equipment
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This is so everything is clean, safer and easier to work with as if I left
all my gear out from the last job I done there could be tools lying about that I would not need and
would completely fill my work area up
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As standard, the minimum PPE to even step
foot into a workshop is steel toe capped boots, boiler suits (fire retardant if necessary) and safety
glasses
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If any worker or visitor is to
be seen without the PPE on they should be reminded to equip them
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The steel toed boots are
used to protect feet in case an object is dropped onto their feet
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This is not all the PPE that should be worn inside of the
workshop
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Hoods could be used to stop welding spatter going in the welder’s hair or down the
overalls
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This package of documents will be given to you by your supervisor who
gave you the job
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Now that you have checked all the documents are there you will have to
see if they are the right ones for the job and check if they are up to date
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If they are
not correct you must report this to your supervisor and it will be corrected
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The correct documents
should be given to you and you are able to proceed with the job
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Describe the procedure for ensuring that all tools and equipment are available prior to
undertaking an activity
Before performing a job it is best to check the all equipment and tools are fully functioning and there
for you to work with
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for example
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I would they check the tools to see if they are
fully working
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Describe the checks to be carried out to ensure that tools and equipment are in fully
working order, prior to undertaking an activity
How do I check the tools are fully working? First of all, are they a power tool or not? If so I like to
check the power supply is connected properly and nothing is in its way
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If it
turns on it should be ok
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The power tool should now begin to
work
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The best way to check if the hand tool is fully working you should test it on some
scrap material
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Otherwise the tool might need to be replaced
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Describe the actions to be made if tools and equipment are not in working order
If any tools are not in fully working order it must be reported to your supervisor
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Once there you
should look for the type of material need, for example stainless steel or mild steel
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For example if I needed a 11/2” sch 40 pipe I would simply look at the side of all the pipes and look at the pipe with those sizes
printed or written on the side of it and that should be the pipe you need, now just use a tape
measure to see you have the correct length of material
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If the material doesn’t meet the requirements you must check the storage area and make sure there
is none that does meet the requirements
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Once the activated is finally completed it shall be reported to the supervisor or someone with a
higher roll than you so the job can have the necessary paperwork filled out, checked and sent off to
the customer
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Describe the information or documentation required to confirm that the activity has been
completed
Once you have informed the supervisor that the job is completed they should fill out a final
inspection form that says the job is completely correct and you should make sure you have filled out
your inspection sheet and all of it has been checked and signed by another worker
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Explain what materials, tools and equipment can be reused
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If they have broken or worn out they should be
disposed of
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Usually kept if they are necessary, for
example you wouldn’t want to keep any really small pieces of material that would not be profitable
or worth to keep
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Explain how any waste materials or products are transferred, stored and disposed of
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If you have a product that is
incorrect sometimes you can keep the product and take parts off it to save money and time for the
next job or just hold on to it and see if a job fits the one that you have saved
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This is located at the back of the work shop not in the way of anything
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Thing like welding sets should be pushed
right back against walls inside of their bays and the leads should be wrapped up properly to prevent
trips
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For example, if I knew a really safe and fast way to make something

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It doesn’t have to be a faster way it could just be safer and in the
eyes of the business is a very good way to work and everyone should do it
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Describe the procedure and format for making suggestions for improvements
The procedure for making suggestions for improvements in the workplace are very simple and only
consist of a few steps
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If they think it is a good idea then go ahead and tell the supervisor
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For example, if I knew a really safe and
fast way to make something and never told anyone
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It doesn’t have to be a faster way it
could just be safer and in the eyes of the business is a very good way to work and everyone should
do it
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Describe the importance of maintaining effective working relationship within the workplace
It is very important that you keep a good and strong working relationship with everyone in the
workplace because you will be working with your colleague’s day in and day out
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If for some reason they do not want to resolve the
problem you are recommended to report this to your supervisor and this is be resolved
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The best way to fix the problem is to report this to someone with
a higher role in the establishment
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Describe the difficulties that can occur in working relationships
An example of the difficulties that can occur in working relationships can be something as simple as
an age difference, if a younger person started a job and done the work fine that may aggravate an
older one who has been doing the job for years because he may think they that they think they know
everything and he may be jealous of the fact the younger worker knows what they are doing
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Imagine a woman in a workshop showing a man how to
do a job an easier way
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Describe the regulations that affect how they should be treated at work (such as equal
opportunities act, race and sex discrimination, working time directive)

Everyone should be treat equally and follow the equal opportunities act
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No one what so ever shall be discriminated due to their sex,
race, age, disability and work pattern
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Every person has the right to be treated fairly
and with respect
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Describe the benefits of continuous personal development
The benefits of continuous personal development are that you are constantly improving yourself as
a tradesman
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Not only this, more qualifications and personal development means you can take higher roles in
establishments and earn more money
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Describe the training opportunities that are available in the workplace
There are many training opportunities available in the workplace; any opportunities usually link into
your job
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As a fabricator I could be offered to go on courses such as
abrasive wheels course or aim to get a pressure testing ticket, this is often done to make more
money for the business and to improve you as a tradesman
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Describe the importance of reviewing their training and development
Reviewing a person’s training and development is very important as it will help keep track of what
the person is allowed to do and what they are capable of
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Reviewing people like this is good so
you can also view what they need to be up to standard
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Explain with whom to discuss training and development issues with
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For example if I was confused with what training I would need to do a specific part of a
job I would simply ask my supervisor and they would find out and inform you
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Do this by using past
experience and knowledge from any similar problems you have either seen or resolved yourself
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Who do I ask? You can ask your supervisor for assistance or anyone confident enough to
fix the problem
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