Question:  Explain the three factors that contribute to an unsafe and hazardous working environment

Question:  Explain the three factors that contribute to an unsafe and hazardous working environment. Then, identify and explain two ways for how each of these factors can be controlled to reduce unsafe and hazardous working conditions. Cite and explain the legislation that supports a safe and hazard-free working environment.

Note:  Use a specific type of workplace, particularly one where you have experience working in, from which your answer and discussion will focus on. If you have not experienced working, use a school or any other type of workplace that you have been exposed to as part of your discussion.

How you will be marked:

The three factors that contribute to an unsafe working environment are identified and explained correctly. (4.5 marks)

The discussion on the ways of how each of the three factors can be controlled to reduce unsafe working environments and the supporting legislation are correct, logical and well discussed. (12 marks)

The discussion is focused on a specific type of workplace. (1.5 marks)

The layout reflects a professional document and aids understanding. (1 mark)

A proper introduction, body and conclusion is clearly evident. (0.5 mark)

Writing is free of grammatical, spelling and punctuation errors. (0.5 mark)