Construction and Environment Quiz

Which one of the following energy sources is considered 'Low Carbon'?

• Natural gas

• Solar thermal

• Fuel oils

• Hydroelectric

Which method of working would best help to conserve energy and protect the environment?

• Use as many un-sustainable materials as possible

• Increase CO2 emissions

• Increase H2O emissions

• Use as many sustainable building materials as possible

What is the most accurate device for measuring the floor area of a large room?

• 15m tape measure

• Laser measuring device

• Scaled ruler

• 1m length of string

What is the appropriate way to dispose of waste cardboard from gas fired boilers on a construction site?

• Placed on a bon-fire

• Taken to a Recycle facility

• Buried with waste rubble at least 500 mm below the surface

• Safely disposed of with the general rubbish which is going to landfill

If a mains oil pipe is ruptured during excavation inside a building, what is the immediate action to be taken?

• Ventilate the area thoroughly

• Call the oil delivery company

• Evacuate the area

• Take measures to contain the spill

Which one of the following methods would not be recognized as a suitable way of reducing water wastage?

• Use of flow reducing valves.

• Use small taps.

• Promote user awareness.

• Use of low volume flush WC's.

Which of the following would not be a suitable use for 'grey water'?

• Garden irrigation systems.

• Flushing toilets.

• Car washing.

• Drinking.

Which one of the following is a suitable method of conserving water when designing a new domestic property?

• Installing rainwater soakaways.

• Installing greywater limiter systems.

• Installing rainwater harvesting systems.

• Installing greywater soakaways.

What method of measurement would be most suitable when deciding on quantities of materials required for a construction project when working from plans?

• Laser measuring tool.

• A steel rule.

• A scaled rule.

• A rule of thumb.

Which one of the following is most suitable for heating water in a dwelling when harnessing a natural resource?

• Solar photovoltaic

• Tidal Energy

• Solar thermal

• Hydroelectric