Construction Health and Safety Flashcard

Front

What is the primary purpose of wearing a hard hat on a construction site?

Back

To protect your head from falling objects

Front

Which of the following is NOT considered Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? Safety goggles, High-visibility vest, Mobile phone, Steel-toed boots

Back

Mobile phone

Front

What is the first step in hazard identification on a construction site?

Back

Identifying potential hazards

Front

A common technique for identifying hazards in construction.

Back

Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Front

What is the recommended technique to avoid injury when lifting a heavy object manually?

Back

Keep the load close to your body and lift with your legs

Front

What is the maximum weight a person should lift manually without assistance, according to general guidelines?

Back

25 kg

Front

Essential PPE for eye protection from dust and debris on a construction site.

Back

Safety goggles

Front

Which of the following is NOT a safe manual handling practice?

• Keeping your feet apart for stability
• Twisting your body while lifting
• Planning the lift before you start
• Keeping the load close to your waist

Back

Twisting your body while lifting

Front

What is the purpose of wearing a high-visibility vest on a construction site?

Back

To make workers more visible to others

Front

What is the primary function of steel-toed boots on a construction site?

Back

To protect feet from falling objects and compression