Search results 15.4 Environmental Incidents that Could Occur INCIDENT MANAGEMENT 15.4 INCIDENTS THAT COULD OCCUR Whilst there is not a piece of legislation that clearly sets out what an environmental incident is, every organisation should consider and clearly set down in writing those environmental incidents that could... 15-4-environmental-incidents-that-could-occur A Glossary GLOSSARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL TERMS Abatement Notice - a legal notice issued, under powers given by the Environmental Protection Act, by a local authority where it is satisfied that a statutory nuisance exists. An Abatement Notice requires the person to... 19-glossary-a Protective Clothing Equipment Work Over Water Protective clothing and equipment Safety helmets Safety helmets should be worn at all times, for operatives in designated work areas, since anyone struck on the head and then falling into water is at special risk. (for guidance on safety helmets,... E10-protective-clothing-equipment Introduction MATERIALS 9.6 Storage and distribution of oil and liquid chemicals Introduction Oil is a common, highly visible form of pollution. It is poisonous to fish and other wildlife, and smothers plants. Just two litres of oil could make the volume of fresh water... 09-6-1-introduction Fixed firefighting systems FIRE Fixed firefighting systems The RRO states Fixed firefighting systems (suppression systems) may be installed in some premises. Such systems can be installed throughout a premises, or they may be provided to address a localised risk only and operate automatically... e3-fixed-firefighting-systems 8.4.1 Identification of contamination and risk CONTAMINATED LAND 8.4 Planning construction works 8.4.1 Identification of contamination and risk If development is to take place on suspected contaminated land then, as well as the necessary consultation with the Local Authority during the planning phase, it... 08-4-1-identification-of-contamination-and-risk 13.11 Post Construction WATER 13.11 POST CONSTRUCTION 13.11.1 Defects Liability As with other aspects of construction, the contractor may be liable for defects arising from construction and connections of drainage systems. Since these services are inaccessible once constructed it... 13-11-post-construction 13.10.10 Cleaning, flushing and commissioning pipe WATER 13.10 CONSTRUCTION GOOD PRACTICE 13.10.10 Cleaning, flushing and commissioning pipework Cleaning, flushing and commissioning of pipework and plant can use large quantities of water. Contractors should ensure that all chemicals and biocides have COSHH... 13.10.10-cleaning-flushing-and-commissioning-pipew Hazards Work Over Water Hazards The primary environmental/weather hazards in this area of construction are: Wind Waves Changing water levels Currents Joint occurrences of the above However, the above... E10-hazards Subsea or inland water services Work Over Water General precautions Subsea or inland water services The existence of sub sea or other waters pipelines and cables, especially electricity cables, oil and gas pipelines can pose hazards for all works involving water, especially as it is more difficult... E10-subsea-or-inland-water-services 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
