Health and Welfare in Construction

When working with a substance should you ever smell it to determine if it could cause you harm?

• Yes it's usually fine to do this.

• Only if you have been trained.

• No absolutely not.

• Only in a well ventilated area.

Which of the following statements is true?

• It is acceptable to wash your hands with thinners when using paint.

• It is acceptable to wash your hands with thinners if you have used barrier cream beforehand.

• It is acceptable to clean your hands with thinners anytime.

• It is not acceptable to clean your hands with thinners.

Do all protective gloves give the same protection to your hands when working with chemicals?

• Yes, if they are long enough to cover your arms.

• Yes, all safety gloves are the same.

• No, they are all designed to give different types of protection.

• Yes, if used with the right barrier creams.

Which two of the following animals carry Weil's disease?

• Sheep

• Rats

• Cats

• Dairy cattle

• Pigs.

If you suspected that Asbestos was present where you were working on a renovation project what would you do?

• Remove it to save time.

• Stop work and seek advice before proceeding.

• Ignore it and keep on working.

• Remove it carefully and place it in the skip.

Which of the following could be a consequence of working in direct sunlight for prolonged periods?

• Blood cancer

• Dermatitis

• Skin cancer

• Acne.

Inhalation of Asbestos dust could cause which of the following?

• Skin irritation.

• Asthma

• Leptospirosis

• Cancer

• Stomach ulcers.

What should be provided for operatives working in all weather conditions on a registered CDM project?

• Hot lunches.

• A drying room.

• A shower.

• Transport to the job.

When working with wet cement or concrete why is it important to wear protective gloves?

• Gloves are not needed.

• To prevent dermatitis.

• To keep your hands from getting cold.

• To stop cuts and abrasions.

What are employers required to provide as a minimum for hand washing on site?

• Hot water and hand driers.

• Hot and cold water with soap and drying facilities.

• Running cold water and paper towels.

• Water soap and roller towels.