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Why should a high visibility vest be worn when working on roads?

• A: So road users and plant operators can see you

• B: Because you were told to do so

• C: Because it will keep you warm

• D: So that your mates can see you

When considering what measures to take to protect people’s health and safety, PPE should always be regarded as:

• A: the last resort

• B: the first line of defence

• C: the best way to tackle the job

• D: the only practical measure

An emergency route(s) must be provided on construction sites to ensure:

• A: Safe passage to the open air

• B: Safe passage to the rest area

• C: Safe passage to a secure place of safety

• D: Safe passage to the ground from height

What action should you take if you discover a fire?

• A: Leave it because you will get the blame

• B: Raise the alarm

• C : Carry on working if it is safe to do so

• D: Extinguish the fire without raising the alarm

If you discover a fire at work, what should you do first:

• A: telephone 999

• B: use a fire extinguisher to put it out

• C: run around looking for an alarm to sound

• D: raise the alarm and warn fellow workers

Where would you go in the event of a fire?

• A: To the canteen for a cup of tea

• B: To the fire assembly point

• C: To the site hut

• D: To the fire to see what is going on

All new fire extinguishers are coloured red or of bright self-coloured metal. How do you know the difference between types?

• A: A different colour panel or band is on the body of the extinguishers

• B: During site induction, you will be told where the different types of extinguishers are

• C: The weight and shape of the extinguisher

• D: The type of extinguisher is written on a sign next to it

A black-labelled fire extinguisher contains:

• A: Dry powder

• B: Water

• C: Foam

• D: Carbon dioxide

What is a blue-labelled fire extinguisher filled with?

• A: Water

• B: Foam

• C: Dry powder

• D: Carbon Dioxide

Which fire extinguisher should not be used on flammable liquid fires?

• A: Carbon dioxide

• B: Powder

• C: Water

• D: Foam