Method Statements Quiz PT5

What is the main purpose of a method statement?

• To guide site work and prevent accidents

• To compile control measures for risk assessments

• To provide clear and detailed guidance to employees

• To verify significant risks have been considered

Who can make a judgment on whether a method statement is clear and precise?

• HSE officers

• Senior management

• Supervisors

• Employees

What should be included in a method statement?

• Drawings, plans, specifications

• Risk assessments, site inspection reports

• Manufacturer's information, current regulations

• All of the above

What is the purpose of presenting a method statement?

• To provide details of the contract and scope of work

• To outline equipment, materials, and controls

• To communicate site-specific information

• All of the above

What should supervisors/managers ensure after reading and discussing a method statement?

• Working methods are followed

• Regular team meetings are held

• Job specifications are adhered to

• All of the above

What is the purpose of a method statement?

• To guide site work and prevent accidents

• To compile control measures for risk assessments

• To provide clear and detailed guidance to employees

• To verify significant risks have been considered

What should anyone reading a method statement be able to establish quickly?

• The nature of the work

• The location of the work

• The duration of the work

• The cost of the work

What should be done with the information once a method statement is agreed upon?

• It should be filed away for future reference

• It should be shared with the client

• It should be handed to employees for guidance

• It should be reviewed by senior management

What is the purpose of the method statement?

• To guide site work and prevent accidents

• To compile control measures for risk assessments

• To provide clear and detailed guidance to employees

• To verify significant risks have been considered

What should be included in the 'Equipment, Materials and Controls' section of a method statement?

• Location and access arrangements for water and power supplies

• Methods of storage and transport

• Lifting, drilling, and excavation equipment

• All of the above