Unit 306 self study 6 Risk assessment and method statements

​Unit 306 Self study
Part 5
Risk assessment and method statements

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Unit 306 P6 Risk assessment & Method statements.pdf


then use the text to answer the questions that follow.

Multiple Choice

What is a risk assessment intended to provide?

• Financial forecasts

• Information to keep workers safe

• Marketing insights

• Employee performance reviews

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in the risk assessment process according to the HSE document?

• Identify the hazards.

• Decide who might be harmed and how.

• Evaluate the risks and decide on precautions.

• Record your findings and implement them.

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to identify who might be harmed in a risk assessment?

• To ensure compliance with legal requirements.

• To help identify the best way to manage the risk.

• To reduce the cost of safety measures.

• To avoid unnecessary paperwork.

Multiple Choice

What should be done if chlorination of a cold water storage cistern is carried out at the same time as other work?

• Refer to COSHH data sheets for the chemicals.

• Ignore the other work.

• Stop the chlorination process.

• Consult with a supervisor.

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a risk assessment according to the text?

• To identify potential hazards and decide on precautions

• To ensure all employees are wearing uniforms

• To increase company profits

• To reduce the number of employees

Multiple Choice

What is one method mentioned for reducing risks in a work area?

• Using barriers around a work area

• Increasing the number of employees

• Reducing the work hours

• Eliminating all safety equipment

Multiple Choice

What should be done with the results of a risk assessment?

• Write them down and share with the team

• Ignore them if there are fewer than ten employees

• Keep them confidential

• Only share with upper management

Multiple Choice

What is a potential risk when working with existing pipework?

• The presence of asbestos

• The need for more employees

• The increase in water pressure

• The decrease in temperature

Multiple Choice

What is a risk calculation formula used for?

• To determine the cost of a project

• To assign a number to each risk

• To calculate the time needed for a task

• To evaluate the quality of materials

Multiple Choice

What does a quantitative approach involve in risk assessment?

• Estimating the cost of materials

• Ranking risks with a number

• Evaluating the skills of workers

• Scheduling maintenance tasks

Multiple Choice

According to the risk calculation table, what is the consequence of a 'certainty' likelihood?

• No injury or loss

• Treated by first aid

• Specified major injury

• Fatality

Multiple Choice

What action is recommended for a calculated risk figure between 8 and 15?

• Minor, but monitor closely

• Significant, immediate control action

• Critical, all activities must stop

• No action needed

Multiple Choice

What is the risk factor for accessing loft space with a ladder according to the document?

• 6

• 8

• 10

• 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a control measure for using a ladder to access loft space?

• Use a wooden ladder

• Ensure ladder extends sufficiently into loft space

• Use a ladder without inspection

• Avoid using PPE

Multiple Choice

What is the likelihood of an accident from a fall or slip on a freestanding portable ladder?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Multiple Choice

What is one of the hazards mentioned for accessing loft space with a ladder?

• Electrical shock

• Slipping and falling

• Fire hazard

• Chemical exposure

Multiple Choice

What is the qualitative method in risk assessment?

• It uses numerical values to assess risk.

• It divides risks into categories such as low, medium, and high.

• It eliminates all risks completely.

• It focuses only on financial risks.

Multiple Choice

In the risk assessment form, what is the existing measure to control the risk of gas leakage?

• Use of fire extinguishers.

• System tested before use.

• Installation of smoke detectors.

• Regular fire drills.

Multiple Choice

What action is required if purging of gas leads to a risk of gas in air/LEL lower explosive limit?

• No action required.

• Immediate evacuation.

• No naked flames or switching unless intrinsically safe (IS).

• Increase ventilation.

Multiple Choice

Who is responsible for using a gas co seeker to search leaks plus leak detection fluid?

• Supervisor/Foreman.

• Senior gas engineer/Plumber.

• Junior apprentice.

• Safety officer.

Multiple Choice

General Risk Assessment Form for gas work in a boiler room.

• Risk Assessment for electrical work in a boiler room.

• General Safety Checklist for kitchen appliances.

• Fire Safety Assessment for office spaces.

• General Risk Assessment Form for gas work in a boiler room.

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a method statement in a high-risk situation?

• To provide a general overview of the work

• To prevent accidents or dangerous situations from occurring

• To list all possible hazards without solutions

• To replace the need for risk assessments

Multiple Choice

According to the risk rating calculation, what is the risk level if the likelihood is 1 and the severity is 1?

• Low

• Medium

• High

• Critical

Multiple Choice

What should a method statement include to be considered suitable?

• Only a list of potential hazards

• Drawings, plans, specifications, and risk assessments

• A brief summary of the work

• Only the names of the workers involved

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of a method statement according to the key term definition?

• To provide a checklist for workers

• To guide site work and prevent accidents

• To replace safety training

• To document employee attendance

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of providing a method statement when installing a septic tank?

• To ensure the job is completed quickly

• To protect workers and the public

• To reduce the cost of installation

• To avoid using specialist contractors

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is included in the details of a method statement?

• The color of the equipment

• The weather forecast

• The scope of the work

• The personal preferences of the workers

Multiple Choice

What should a method statement include regarding equipment?

• The brand of the equipment

• Lifting, drilling, and excavation equipment

• The cost of the equipment

• The color of the equipment

Multiple Choice

What is the role of management in the context of a method statement?

• To ignore the method statement

• To ensure the working methods are followed

• To change the method statement frequently

• To reduce the number of team meetings