Health and Safety Asbestos Quiz

What is asbestos?

• A synthetic material used in modern construction

• A mineral found in rock formations

• A type of plastic used in insulation

• A metal used for roofing

Which industry uses the majority of asbestos?

• Automotive industry

• Chemical industry

• Construction industry

• Textile industry

Asbestos was widely used in commercial buildings and machinery until what year in the UK?

• 1999

• 1985

• 2000

• 1990

Which types of asbestos were banned in the UK in 1985?

• White asbestos (Chrysotile) only

• Blue (Crocidolite) and Brown (Amosite)

• All types of asbestos

• Blue asbestos only

Asbestos becomes a health hazard when:

• It is touched with bare hands

• It is inhaled

• It is used in construction

• It is mixed with water

Which of the following materials commonly contained asbestos?

• Paper products

• Plastic roofing

• Tiling and fire-resistant materials

• Glass windows

Why is asbestos dangerous when inhaled?

• It can dissolve in the bloodstream

• It remains in the lungs for life, causing breathing problems

• It causes immediate lung collapse

• It is radioactive

What should you do to protect yourself from asbestos exposure?

• Wear protective gloves only

• Avoid exposure and wear appropriate PPE

• Only work with asbestos if trained

• Ignore asbestos unless working in construction

Who is allowed to remove asbestos?

• Anyone who has taken an online course

• Only trained specialist contractors

• All construction workers

• Homeowners with proper equipment

What should you do if you encounter a hazardous condition at a work site?

• Leave the site immediately

• Continue working but use extra caution

• Report the hazardous condition immediately

• Try to remove the asbestos yourself