Level 2 Plumbing - PP2 - Health & Safety

What is a work method statement mainly used for?

• To describe a document giving specific instructions on how to safely perform a work-related task or operate equipment

• To provide financial guidelines for a project

• To outline the company's marketing strategy

• To list the company's employees

What does a prohibition sign indicate?

• Useful information

• A specific hazard

• Something MUST NOT be done

• Something MUST be done

What is the first step in a risk assessment?

• Review and revise your findings

• Evaluate the risks

• Record your findings

• Look for hazards

What is the value of consequence for a 'Very likely' risk element?

• 3

• 4

• 1

• 2

What should you do if you come across any material that you think may be asbestos?

• Ignore it

• Dispose of it yourself

• Stop work and inform your supervisor

• Continue working

What is the maximum noise level set in the Noise at Work Regulations 1989?

• 85dB

• 80dB

• 75dB

• 90dB

What should be done if a worker is off work for seven or more days due to a workplace accident?

• It should be ignored

• It has to be reported to the HSE

• The worker should be given a bonus

• The worker should be fired

What is the correct action if an item or object is too heavy or unstable to lift?

• Ask a customer to lift it

• Ignore it

• Use a mechanical lifting aid

• Lift it by yourself

What should be worn to conform to the Eye Protection Regulations 1974?

• Gloves

• Ear plugs

• Eye protection

• Helmet

What is the definition of a hazard?

• A document giving specific instructions on how to safely perform a work-related task

• How likely it is that a hazard will actually cause harm or loss

• Anything that has a potential to cause loss or harm

• An unplanned, undesired occurrence which may result in harm or loss