Health & Safety Exam Questions

Answer: (D) Working at heights (1)

Guidance

Correct answer only

Answer: (A) Cover cables with mats (1)

Guidance

Correct answer only

Answer: (A) To identify hazards and how to reduce them (1)

Guidance

Correct answer only

Do not accept: Any other option.

Answer: (A) To check a location for hazards (1)

Guidance

Correct answer only

Do not accept: Any other option.

One from e.g.

Indicative content

• To identify potential risks/hazards and who might be harmed (1)
• To show how risks will be reduced/eliminated (1)
• To record hazards and the precautions/controls (1)
• To help protect cast, crew and visitors (1)
• To review risks and update the assessment (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Accept equivalent terminology

Do not accept:

To plan the shooting schedule - TV

To list the equipment needed - TV

One from e.g.

Indicative content

• Location recce (1)
• Location scout (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Do not accept:

Recce - TV

Risk assessment - TV

Correct answer only

Indicative content

• Risk assessment (1)

Guidance

Do not accept 'location recce' or 'recce'

Two from e.g.

Indicative content

• Working at heights (1)
• Trailing cables/trip hazards (1)
• Lifting/moving heavy equipment (1)
• Vehicles/traffic (1)
• Stunts/firearms (1)
• Electricity/electrocution (1)
• Blocked fire exits (1)
• Long hours/tiredness (1)
• Hot or cold working conditions (1)
• Working near water/drowning (1)
• The general public/members of the public (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Accept equivalent terminology

Do not accept:

Health and safety - TV

Two from e.g.

Indicative content

• Carry out a risk assessment (1)
• Carry out a location recce (1)
• Provide health and safety training (1)
• Use PPE/personal protective equipment (1)
• Cover cables with mats/trunking/tape (1)
• Use safety barriers (1)
• Use trolleys/wheels to move equipment (1)
• Provide ramps/wheelchair access (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Accept equivalent terminology

Do not accept:

Tell crew to be careful - TV

Be safe - TV

Indicative content

Space | Answer

1 | Trip hazard (1)

2 | Fatigue (1)

Guidance

Correct answers only

Spelling not important

Accept 'tripping hazard' for space 1 and 'tiredness' / 'exhaustion' for space 2

Do not accept 'drowning' or 'electric shock' in either space

Indicative content

Space | Answer

1 | Visit (1)

2 | Positions (1)

Guidance

Correct answers only

Spelling not important

Accept 'position' for space 2

Do not accept 'access', 'hazards' or 'suitability' in either space

Indicative content

Space | Answer

1 | Training (1)

2 | Breaks (1)

Guidance

Correct answers only

Spelling not important

Read whole response and award

One mark for a hazard

AND/OR

One mark for how it could cause harm

Up to two marks for describing one hazard e.g.

Indicative content

• Trip hazards e.g. tree roots, uneven ground, loose cables
• Slippery surfaces e.g. mud, wet leaves
• Low branches/falling branches
• Deep water/rivers
• Wild animals
• Weather e.g. cold, heat, lightning
• Steep slopes

Example responses

• Tree roots/uneven ground (1) which could make a crew member trip and fall (1)
• Slippery mud (1) that could make a crew member fall (1)
• Low branches (1) that a crew member could hit their head on (1)
• Wild animals (1) that could injure a crew member (1)
• Deep water (1) that a crew member could fall into and drown (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Do not accept 'It is dangerous' - TV

A hazard must be named with a specific consequence to earn the second mark.

Read whole response and award

One mark for an action that reduces the risk of slipping on the wet poolside

AND/OR

One mark for how this reduces the risk

Up to two marks for explaining one way e.g.

Example responses

• Put non-slip mats on the wet tiles (1) so that crew are less likely to slip over (1)
• Crew could wear shoes with good grip (1) so that they do not lose their footing on the wet surface (1)
• Mop up standing water before filming (1) so that the poolside is not slippery (1)
• Cordon off wet areas (1) so that crew do not walk where it is slippery (1)
• Put up warning signs by wet patches (1) so that crew know to avoid them (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Do not accept

'Be careful' / 'Make sure the poolside is safe' without saying what action is taken - TV

Do not accept

Using a safety harness or a lifeguard, as these do not reduce the risk of slipping - TV

Read whole response and award

One mark for a purpose of a risk assessment

AND/OR

One mark for how this helps/effect

Up to two marks for explaining the purpose e.g.

Indicative content

• Identify hazards
• Decide who might be harmed and how
• Record the risks/hazards
• Show how risks will be reduced/controlled

Example responses

• To identify hazards (1) so precautions can be put in place (1)
• To decide who might be harmed (1) so they can be protected (1)
• To record the risks (1) so the precautions are written down for the production team (1)
• To show how risks will be reduced (1) so controls are in place before filming starts (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

Do not accept 'tells the crew where to stand' - TV; this is a control, not the purpose of a risk assessment.

Read whole response and award

One mark for a check of the location

AND/OR

One mark for a production reason, e.g. how the check helps filming or safety

Up to two marks for describing one check e.g.

Indicative content

• Access to the building/site
• Power supply/electricity
• Floor space/size of the area
• Hazards e.g. loose cables, broken floors, trip hazards
• Noise from nearby roads or other businesses
• Lighting/light levels
• Weather/weather protection
• Parking/vehicle access
• Storage space for equipment
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Example responses

• Access to the building (1) to make sure equipment can be moved in safely (1)
• Power supply (1) so lights and cameras can be used (1)
• Floor space (1) to see if there is room for the equipment and the people being filmed (1)
• Hazards such as loose cables or broken floors (1) so they can be made safe before filming (1)
• Noise from nearby roads (1) to see if it will affect the recording (1)
• Storage space (1) so equipment can be kept secure between filming days (1)
• Award credit for any other appropriate response

Guidance

A valid check on its own can earn one mark; the second mark needs a production reason.

Do not accept 'to see if it looks nice' - TV

Do not accept checking the script/cast - TV

Indicative content

Answers may include reference to the following health and safety risks in any phase of production

Recording/production

• Tripping over cables, tools or equipment in a shed or on a plot
• Lifting or carrying heavy equipment such as microphone stands or recording cases
• Working outdoors on uneven ground or in poor weather
• Long recording days leading to tiredness
• Stress or anxiety when preparing or recording an episode

Post-production/office work

• Back or neck pain from sitting at a computer for long periods
• Repetitive strain injury from using a keyboard and mouse
• Eye strain or headaches from looking at screens
• Hearing damage from listening to audio at high volume on headphones

Do not accept production or business risks such as the podcast being late, unpopular or over budget. A response that names a health and safety risk but explains only a production or business effect, for example that the podcast will be late, earns no marks for that risk and cannot reach Level 1 on its own.

Award credit for any other appropriate response

Levels

• Level 3 (5–6 marks): A thorough explanation which shows detailed understanding: Two risks are identified – and two explanations attempted, each saying how the risk could harm the people working; Shows detailed knowledge and understanding of health and safety risks; Risks are clearly explained; Consistently uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 2 (3–4 marks): An adequate explanation which shows sound understanding: Two risks are identified – at least one explanation attempted; Shows sound knowledge and/or understanding of health and safety risks; Risks are adequately explained; Sometimes uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 1 (1–2 marks): A brief explanation which shows limited understanding: At least one risk is identified – at least one explanation is attempted; Shows limited knowledge and/or understanding of health and safety risks; The risk is explained in a basic way; Use of appropriate terminology is limited.
• 0 marks: Response is not worthy of credit

Indicative content

Answers may include reference to the following actions to reduce risks

• Cover or tape down cables and keep walkways clear to prevent trips
• Use trolleys, wheels or team lifting for heavy equipment
• Use barriers, harnesses or PPE when working at height
• Control access by visitors and the public, and use barriers around the filming area
• Schedule regular breaks and reasonable hours to prevent tiredness
• Brief the crew on hazards and safe working procedures before filming
• Wear suitable footwear and appropriate clothing
• Use trained staff and check equipment is safe before use
• Adjust chairs, screens and desks for computer work, and take breaks from screens
• Keep headphone volume at a safe level when editing
• Complete a risk assessment and follow the controls it sets out

Do not accept actions that do not reduce a health and safety risk, such as making the video shorter to save money or choosing a more popular exhibition.

Award credit for any other appropriate response

Levels

• Level 3 (5–6 marks): A thorough explanation which shows detailed understanding: Two actions are identified – and two explanations attempted; Shows detailed knowledge and understanding of actions to reduce risks; Actions are clearly explained; Consistently uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 2 (3–4 marks): An adequate explanation which shows sound understanding: Two actions are identified – at least one explanation attempted; Shows sound knowledge and/or understanding of actions to reduce risks; Actions are adequately explained; Sometimes uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 1 (1–2 marks): A brief explanation which shows limited understanding: At least one action is identified – at least one explanation is attempted; Shows limited knowledge and/or understanding of actions to reduce risks; Action is explained in a basic way; Use of appropriate terminology is limited.
• 0 marks: Response is not worthy of credit

Indicative content

Answers may include reference to the following health and safety responsibilities of the media producer

Planning before filming

• Carry out a location recce of the climbing walls and reception area
• Carry out a risk assessment to identify hazards and record how the risks will be controlled
• Identify who might be harmed and how, e.g. crew, climbers, visitors
• Check that the centre's own safety rules are followed

Providing information, training and supervision

• Brief the crew on the hazards and the safe working practices to follow
• Train crew to use equipment safely
• Supervise the shoot and check that safe practices are followed
• Make arrangements for emergencies, e.g. first aider on site, fire exits kept clear

Providing safe equipment and protective equipment

• Provide personal protective equipment, e.g. helmets, harnesses, suitable footwear
• Check that equipment is in good condition and is used correctly
• Use trolleys or get help when moving heavy equipment

Safe systems of work

• Agree a schedule with regular breaks to avoid tiredness
• Keep visitors and members of the public away from the filming area
• Control cables, e.g. tape them down or cover them with mats
• Make sure anyone taking part, such as the climbers, is safe while being filmed

Reviewing and recording

• Review and update the risk assessment if conditions change
• Keep a record of the findings
• Protect everyone affected as far as is reasonably practicable
• Follow health and safety law

Award credit for any other appropriate response

Do not accept

• Explanations that link health and safety to the quality, popularity, cost or timescale of the video
• Descriptions of the crew's filming tasks rather than the producer's health and safety responsibilities

Guidance: A response that only lists responsibilities, with no explanation of any of them, should be awarded 1 mark at the bottom of Level 1.

Levels

• Level 3 (5–6 marks): A thorough explanation which shows detailed understanding: Two responsibilities are identified – and two explanations attempted; Shows detailed knowledge and understanding of the producer's health and safety responsibilities; Responsibilities are clearly explained; Consistently uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 2 (3–4 marks): An adequate explanation which shows sound understanding: Two responsibilities are identified – at least one explanation attempted; Shows sound knowledge and/or understanding of the producer's health and safety responsibilities; Responsibilities are adequately explained; Sometimes uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 1 (1–2 marks): A brief explanation which shows limited understanding: At least one responsibility is identified – at least one explanation is attempted or the explanation is basic; Shows limited knowledge and/or understanding of the producer's health and safety responsibilities; Responsibilities are explained in a basic way; Use of appropriate terminology is limited.
• 0 marks: Response is not worthy of credit

Indicative content

Answers may include reference to the following purposes of a location recce

Hazards and safety

• Identify hazards such as uneven floors, water, broken steps or low beams
• Check the hazards so that a risk assessment can be prepared and controls put in place

Planning equipment and shots

• Check space, light and noise to decide whether the watermill suits the documentary
• Plan where to place cameras, lighting and sound equipment
• Identify the best positions for shots

Logistics and access

• Check access routes, parking, loading areas, power supply and toilets
• Check availability and timing of the location for the filming dates

Environment and timing

• Check environmental conditions such as weather, flooding or noise from nearby roads
• Identify challenges and decide how to solve them
• Avoid a wasted and expensive filming day

Do not accept explanations that do not link to checking the location, such as making the documentary more popular or improving the editing.

Scheduling and availability points are only credited where they are linked to checking the location during the recce, e.g. confirming the watermill is available on the filming dates.

An identified valid way with an explanation that is not credited still earns Level 1 credit for identifying a way.

Level 2 requires two ways identified and at least one adequately explained. A response with one way adequately explained and a second way only identified should be placed at the top of Level 2 (4 marks).

Award credit for any other appropriate response

Levels

• Level 3 (5–6 marks): A thorough explanation which shows detailed understanding: Two ways are identified – and two explanations attempted; Shows detailed knowledge and understanding of the purpose of location recces; Ways are clearly explained; Consistently uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 2 (3–4 marks): An adequate explanation which shows sound understanding: Two ways are identified – at least one explanation attempted; Shows sound knowledge and/or understanding of the purpose of location recces; Ways are adequately explained; Sometimes uses appropriate terminology.
• Level 1 (1–2 marks): A brief explanation which shows limited understanding: At least one way is identified – at least one explanation is attempted; Shows limited knowledge and/or understanding of the purpose of location recces; Ways are explained in a basic way; Use of appropriate terminology is limited.
• 0 marks: Response is not worthy of credit