4. Working at height (and working in the construction industry more generally) has inherent risks. Consider each of the following hazards, provide a brief description of each and why they pose a risk to your health and safety and give three strategies for mitigating the risks. Hazard Description Mitigation strategies Working at height Exposure to loud noise Working on and around restricted height scaffolds 5. Safety data sheets (SDS) provide important information that can be used when planning for working at height and also for when you are working with hazardous substances at height. Describe the information contained on an SDS and how it might be useful. 6. Describe the purpose of a JSEA. 7. Describe the purpose of an SWMS. 8. As you know, signs and barricades are commonly used in the construction industry to improve workplace safety. Give four reasons why the effective use of signs and barricades would be particularly important around areas where there are people working at height. 1. 2. 3. 4