Level 1 Asbestos Awareness Quiz

Match the following descriptions with the correct material.

• Iron used in manufacturing

• A safe insulation material

• Concrete used in construction

• One of the most dangerous materials

• Asbestos in the workplace

• A type of metal

• Fiberglass used in homes

• A common building material

According to the HSE, _____ electricians die each week from an asbestos-related disease.

According to the HSE, (a)   plumbers die each week from an asbestos-related disease.

• Two
• Three
• Four
• Five

Why is it important to recognize and respond to the dangers of asbestos?

• It is a legal requirement

• It can cause immediate injury

• It is vital for safety and health

• It is a rare occurrence

Asbestos was widely used in the construction industry during the years (a)  

• 1920s to 1940s
• 1940s to 1980s
• 1980s to 2000s
• 2000s to 2020s

Asbestos can be mixed with _____, making it harder to recognize.

Noah and Oliver are renovating an old school building built before the year 1980. They should take care during the renovation because it may _____

Asbestos has been typically used in (a)   .

• Plastic bottles
• Flues
• Wooden furniture
• Glass windows

Which of these is NOT a typical use of asbestos?

• Guttering

• Pipe insulation

• Food packaging

• Roof tiles

Asbestos has been used in (a)   materials.

• Plaster coatings
• Cotton clothing
• Leather shoes
• Paper products