Question 1:
(a) (i) Briefly describe why machinery has to be provided with guards?
(ii) What are the basic requirements for guards and safety devices to be effective?
(b) Briefly, explain the main categories of guards and safeguarding devices used so as to minimize the risk of contact with dangerous parts of machinery.
(c) (i) Describe how a Two-Hand control (2HC) device work.
(ii) Give ONE advantage and TWO disadvantages of this device.
Question 2:
(a) State 10 hazards that are associated with forklift trucks.
(b) Work out a daily check list for the forklift drivers of your company, before starting work.
(c) Advices you would give to the forklift drivers.