Construction Safety and Methods Quiz

What is the purpose of conducting a thorough risk assessment before commencing work on a construction site?

• To identify potential hazards and ensure safety standards are met

• To increase the speed of construction

• To reduce the cost of construction

• To avoid using personal protective equipment

What is the main factor that affects the time of formwork removal?

• Type of steel used in formwork

• Type of cement

• Type of plastic used in formwork

• Type of wood used in formwork

What is the main cause of formwork failure due to inadequate control of concrete placement?

• Excessive pouring rate

• Inadequate formwork design

• Poor concrete placement techniques

• Improper concrete consistency

What is the process of reducing the volume of soil by applying momentary loads called?

• Consolidation process

• Compaction process

• Settlement process

• Erosion process

What does the workability of concrete refer to?

• The ability of concrete to be easily handled and placed

• The ability of concrete to resist compression

• The ability of concrete to resist tension

• The ability of concrete to resist shear forces

Which test is used to assess the workability of fresh concrete by measuring its ability to be compacted under standardized conditions?

• Remoulding test

• ASTM flow test

• Compacting factor test

• Slump test

What is the function of formwork in concrete works?

• To provide permanent support to the structure

• To contain and shape freshly poured concrete

• To provide aesthetic finishes to the concrete

• To provide insulation to the concrete

What is the main factor that needs to be considered in designing formwork?

• Concrete characteristics

• Steel characteristics

• Glass characteristics

• Plastic characteristics

What is the process of preparing the site for construction work after site clearing?

• Facade installation

• Site preparation

• Foundation construction

• Structural framing

What is the main type of foundation used in high-rise building construction?

• Raft foundation

• Pile cap foundation

• Strip foundation

• Pad foundation