Health and Safety NEW 5 GC

What should be done before storing a power tool?

• Remove the plug from the appliance

• Check for damage and clean

• Remove the lead and clean

• Check the fuse is still working

Why is it important to use water with as petrol driven grinder when cutting stone or brick?

• Controls vibration

• Controls over-heating

• Controls dust

• Controls noise

What is the purpose of wearing suitable PPE on site?

• To reduce the need for toolbox talk

• To reduce the risk of accidents

• To decrease visibility on site

• To reduce the risk of injury

Which regular checks should be made on safety helmets

• Check for visual damage and size

• Check for visual damage and in-date

• Check for visual damage and dents

• Check for visual damage and dirt

Who is responsible for supplying PPE on site?

• Welfare officer

• Client

• Employer

• Safety officer

What elements make up the fire triangle

• Oxygen, heat, asbestos

• Oxygen, heat hydrogen

• Oxygen, heat, fuel

• Oxygen, heat nitrogen

Why do solvent paints need to be stored safely

• They unstable

• They are Explosive

• They are flammable

• They are liquids

On discovering a fire, what action should be taken first?

• Raise the alarm

• Close all the windows

• Inform the safety officer

• Ring the emergency services

What colour band is found on a foam filled fire extinguisher?

• Cream

• Black

• Blue

• Red

What type of information is included in the COSHH regulations

• Employers liabilities

• Access equipment

• Flammable liquids

• Manual handling