Operatives and Specialists 3 (Free)
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Question 1 of 50
Which of the following is NOT part of a safe system of work?
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Construction phase plan
Permit to work
Health and safety policy
Professional trust
Question 2 of 50
Work with which of the following materials may require a COSHH assessment?
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Metal
Tile
Asbestos
Plastic
Wood
Question 3 of 50
You cut your hand whilst having lunch on-site. What should you do?
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Treat it yourself and carry on - only accidents happening during work need to be reported
Treat it yourself and carry on - it is not severe enough to affect your ability to work
Report it and seek medical treatment if required
Seek medical treatment, but do not report it
Question 4 of 50
Which of the following best describes a 'respiratory sensitiser'?
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It is a piece of respiratory protective equipment
It is a prescription device for patients suffering from respiratory disease
It is a kind of hazardous dust/fume
It is the person in charge of protecting respiratory health
Question 5 of 50
What are two things you MUST do to avoid an extension reel overheating when in use?
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Wind it tightly
Unwind it fully
Ensure it is at maximum capacity
Ensure it is near a fan
Do not overload it
Question 6 of 50
How often does the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommend testing equipment, tools, and leads?
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Once a year
Once a week
Once every three months
At the start of every project
Question 7 of 50
Hearing loss as a result of noise exposure sets in:
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Immediately
Never
Over a period of time
Only when a person has pre-existing ear problems
Question 8 of 50
You were told in a briefing that an area requires hearing protection, but when you arrive there is no signage. What should you do?
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Wear the protection you were instructed to
Wear the protection you were instructed to in your briefing, and report the lack of signage to your supervisor
Continue without protection
Continue without protection if the noise in the area is tolerable
Question 9 of 50
What TWO steps can you take to limit the risk of developing HAVS when using hand held tools?
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Relax your grip so that most of the work is done by the tool
Exercise your hands during break periods
Tighten your grip to reduce the strength of vibration
Rest your hands during break periods
Question 10 of 50
What hazard is created by too much oxygen in the air?
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Fumes can become more noxious
Items become more flammable
Breathing becomes more difficult
Injuries are more easily sustained
Question 11 of 50
With a mobile access tower, why is it dangerous to install the platform too high?
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Because this increases the harm from falling
Because the guard rails will not provide adequate protection
Because equipment will be at greater risk of falling
Because this makes the structure less stable
Question 12 of 50
When dealing with chemicals, the gloves you wear must be:
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Thick
Tightly sealed around the wrist
Impervious
Waterproof
Question 13 of 50
Which filter grading offers the highest protection?
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FFP2
FFP4
FFP3
FFP1
Question 14 of 50
Asbestos most commonly comes in three types. What types are these?
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Brown, white, and black
Blue, brown, and white
Blue, white, and yellow
White, black, and grey
Question 15 of 50
Wellington boots are a safe way of protecting your skin from burns. This applies to which activity?
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Welding
Laying down wet concrete
Using lead paint
Sewage works
Question 16 of 50
You have a half-finished container of a hazardous substance, and no clear procedure has been defined for disposing of it. What should you do?
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Pour the remainder down the drain
Dispose of it along with general waste where no procedure has been specified
Leave it in a safe place to be disposed of later
Ask your supervisor or site manager what the safe procedure should be
Question 17 of 50
Why is it important to know your limitations?
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It is not important
Because you will need this information for performance reviews
Because pushing past them may adversely impact your mental health
Because this will identify areas you need to push yourself harder in
Question 18 of 50
How might your employer reduce the impact of a physically stressful task?
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Select the employee who is least likely to suffer physical stress
Put workers on rotation
Increase the hourly wage for this task
Make shifts longer to get it done as soon as possible
Question 19 of 50
You are asked to help out on a team lifting. What TWO conditions must apply for you to accept?
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You must be on a break
You must be of a similar stature to the rest of the team
You must be wearing PPE
You must be stronger than the rest of the tea
You must be trained in team lifting
Question 20 of 50
Which of the following is advisable when lifting a heavy material?
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Your arms and biceps should be doing most of the work
Your legs and thighs should be doing most of the work
Your back should be doing most of the work
Question 21 of 50
What kind of sign is a white drawing on a red square?
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Hazard sign
Warning sign
Fire fighting sign
Prohibition sign
Question 22 of 50
What does a prohibition sign look like?
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A red circle with a single diagonal line through it
A triangular sign with a red border
A red circle with a white drawing
A red circle with a diagonal red cross through it
Question 23 of 50
Which safety sign should you see on the bottle of a flammable LIQUID?
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A yellow triangle with a flame symbol
A blue circle with a flame symbol
A red-bordered diamond with a flame symbol
A green square with a flame symbol
Question 24 of 50
What sign may you find, accompanied by explanatory text, where asbestos removal is taking place?
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A red circle with a slash
A blue circle with a white exclamation mark
A yellow triangle with a black exclamation mark
A green square with an exit symbol
Question 25 of 50
Who is at risk when vehicles and mobile plants are being moved?
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All of the above
Operators
Nearby workers
Passers by
Question 26 of 50
How often should equipment used for lifting people be THOROUGHLY examined?
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Only when used for the first time
Every 6 months
Every two years
Annually
Question 27 of 50
You spot something on site you think might be an unmarked hazard, but you are not sure - and you are busy. What SHOULD you do?
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Report it immediately
Nothing - if it were in fact a hazard, it would have been marked
Wait to see if it develops into a clear hazard, then report it
Wait for a spare moment, then go and assess the risk
Question 28 of 50
Which of the below is NOT required at site induction?
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These should ALL be included in a site induction
Information about how you will be consulted on matters of health and safety
Information about site traffic management
Information about welfare facilities
Question 29 of 50
If an employee suffers serious injury and is unable to perform in their role for 7 more consecutive days, who must be informed?
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The board of directors
The recruitment team
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
The site manager
Question 30 of 50
What is the MAIN reason that respiratory hazards are so dangerous?
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You may find it harder to communicate
You may lose the ability to talk
You may contract a range of illnesses
You may choke from blocked airways
Question 31 of 50
Which of the following is TRUE about carbon monoxide?
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It is a common by-product on construction sites. It is harmful in high concentrations.
It is a rare by-product on construction sites. It is highly dangerous in any concentration.
It is a common by-product on construction sites. It is not dangerous.
You will not find carbon monoxide on construction sites.
Question 32 of 50
How can you adapt a dust mask to make it suitable for protecting against hazardous fumes?
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Dampen the mask with water
This is not possible
Wear two dust masks
A dust mask is already suitable for protecting against hazardous fumes
Question 33 of 50
Where should you store petrol for refuelling tools?
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At the site office
At the welfare services
Away from where the work is being done
Where the work is being done
Question 34 of 50
If you cannot find an appropriate place to refuel, what TWO measures must be in place when you refill?
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You must catch any spillages by laying an absorbent mat or drip tray underneath
You must cordon off the area
You must be no closer than 10 metres from drains or watercourses
You must use a leak-proof siphon
You must keep a record of the incident
Question 35 of 50
Which ONE of the following may cause low levels of oxygen in an enclosed tank?
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Moss and algae
Atmospheric pressure
Rust
Convex walls
Question 36 of 50
How can you find out a scaffold platform's safe load rating?
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You can check the signage or handover certificate
You can inspect the scaffolding for damage
You can refer to the safe system of work
You can check with the contractor
Question 37 of 50
Which of the following will conduct electricity if it touches or comes close to a power line?
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Crane
Long metal ladder
Piece of scaffolding
Power lines do not conduct electricity to the ground, as they are safely insulated
Question 38 of 50
The fresh air pump in your excavation stops working. What should you do?
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Only remain in the excavation for short periods of time so the air can replenish
Report this to the site manager, but continue working if the risk seems low
Source suitable RPE and continue working
Stop work and report the broken pump so it can be repaired
Question 39 of 50
Many safety signs are likely to indicate areas where you must wear PPE. Which of the following signs is LEAST likely to indicate a situation requiring PPE?
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A blue circle showing safety boots
A blue circle showing protective gloves
A blue circle showing safety glasses
A red circle with a line through a water tap
Question 40 of 50
If working alone, what is ONE extra provision you may be asked to make?
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Keep detailed personal notes of your activities
Always keep a fire extinguisher to hand
Keep in regular remote contact with your supervisor, e.g. through radio
Wear a bodycam
Question 41 of 50
Which fire extinguisher should be used when conducting hot works?
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The nearest one available in case of emergency
One specifically designated to your work area and task
One designated for your team and stored at a safe distance from the work area
Never use a fire extinguisher on hot works
Question 42 of 50
Which of the following is NOT an example of an on-site emergency?
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Significant chemical burns
Fuel shortage
Chemical spill
Workers trapped in a collapsed excavation
Question 43 of 50
After cutting your finger on site, you find there are no dressings in the first aid kit. What should you do?
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Nothing - the person in charge of managing it will be aware
Report it in the accident book
Restock the kit at the next opportunity
Inform the person who manages the kit
Question 44 of 50
What is the main reason for keeping a construction site tidy and free of debris?
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To make it look attractive to visitors
To reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls
To make it easier to find lost tools
To save on waste disposal costs
Question 45 of 50
What does a green sign with a white running figure and an arrow indicate?
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A warning of toxic gas nearby
The direction to the nearest fire escape route
A mandatory requirement to run in an emergency
The location of the cafeteria
Question 46 of 50
When should you carry out a pre-use check on a hand tool or power tool?
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Only if the tool feels faulty during use
At the start of every week
Every time before you use the tool
Only after the tool has been serviced
Question 47 of 50
What is the correct action to take if you run over a power cable with a vehicle on site?
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Inspect the cable yourself and tape any damage
Stop the vehicle immediately, report it, and have a qualified electrician inspect it
Keep driving and ignore it unless sparks are visible
Move the cable out of the way and continue working
Question 48 of 50
Which of the following is a primary sign of hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?
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Swollen ankles and knees
Tingling and numbness in the fingers
Severe headaches and dizziness
Shortness of breath during light tasks
Question 49 of 50
What is the main danger associated with working in an excavation without shoring or battering?
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The excavation floor becoming uneven
The sides collapsing and burying workers
Water accumulating at the bottom
A lack of natural light
Question 50 of 50
What is the first thing you should check before using any fall-arrest lanyard?
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The color of the lanyard strap
The manufacturer's logo
The inspection date and condition for wear or damage
How much the lanyard cost