201 lesson 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key reason for using lifting aids when handling materials and equipment in construction?

• To reduce the risk of injury

• To increase the speed of work

• To avoid following safety regulations

• To minimize the use of protective equipment

Open Ended

Why is it important to understand the health effects of noise and take precautions in a construction environment?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a minimum requirement for welfare facilities on construction sites according to Construction Design Management (CDM)?

• Drying rooms

• Secure locker / storerooms

• Internet access

• Toilets

Open Ended

Based on the images and text, list three examples of acceptable welfare facilities in the workplace.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways to reduce noise in the workplace?

• Dampen noise with absorbers

• Increase the use of power tools

• Use sound barriers

• Control the noise

Open Ended

Explain how constant noise in the workplace can affect workers' health and what measures can be taken to minimize these effects.

Multiple Choice

According to HSE guidelines, at what decibel level should hearing protection zones be established and personal protective equipment be worn?

• 80 decibels

• 85 decibels

• 87 decibels

• 90 decibels

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a potential consequence of excessive drinking or drug use by employees in the workplace?

• Increased productivity

• Improved teamwork

• Risk to health and safety

• Reduced absenteeism

Open Ended

Explain why construction workers whose work involves driving or the use of hand tools or machinery should be particularly careful about their intake of alcohol.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following drugs has the shortest approximate detection time in urine?

• Methadone

• Lysergide (LSD)

• Cannabis

• Barbiturates

Multiple Select

Select all the duties that are required of employers under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 2002.

• Avoid employees undertaking risky manual handling operations if possible

• Provide employees with adequate information

• Report hazards encountered

• Carry out assessments to record significant risk

Open Ended

What is manual handling and why is it considered a significant risk in the construction industry?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors should be considered when manually handling loads according to the TILE acronym?

• Task, Individual, Load, Environment

• Time, Intensity, Location, Equipment

• Temperature, Illness, Lifting, Ergonomics

• Technique, Injury, Load, Efficiency

Open Ended

Explain why it is important to adopt the correct posture and technique when lifting and lowering loads.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are examples of lifting aids that can be used when handling materials and equipment?

• Wheelbarrow, scissor lift, lifting tongs, pulley system

• Hammer, screwdriver, wrench, pliers

• Ladder, tape measure, level, saw

• Gloves, helmet, boots, vest

Open Ended

What lifting aid would you use with the following materials: bricks, tiles, concrete blocks, and cement bags?

Open Ended

What is one question you still have about handling materials and equipment safely in construction?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an objective of this session on health, safety, and welfare in construction?

• Identify requirements for welfare facilities as per CDM

• Describe the history of construction equipment

• Explain the process of building design

• List types of construction vehicles