6072-51 LO1 Identifying Hazards

what is the main purpose of a risk assessment?

• To identify hazards and control risks

• To ensure the workplace is clean

• To eliminate all risky activities

• To ensure the business make maximum profit

What is the purpose of a method statement?

• To ensure compliance with the environmental regulations

• To calculate the amounts of materials needed for a job

• To detail the procedure of how a task should be carried out

• To provide timings for the order of activities that will be taking place

What is the most common cause of work-related fatalities in construction environments?

• Being hit by a flying object

• Falls when working at height

• Tiredness from long working hours

• Incorrect use of PPE by employees

What are the most common causes of work-related injuries in the construction industry?

• Slip, trips and falls

• Listing and moving heavy objects

• Hand and arm vibration

• Exposure to chemicals, dust and noise

What is a potential implication of employees ignoring accident prevention measures in the workplace?

• Reduced requirement for staff training

• Increased workplace productivity

• High risk of personal injury

• Increased cost to employer for providing PPE

What term is defined as 'An unexpected incident that leads to injury or harm'

• Hazard

• Accident

• Risk

• Competence

What is a health and safety risk associated with construction materials?

• Excessive weight of loads

• Transport delays

• Cost increases

• Use of incorrect tools

What hazard is associated with incorrect storage of bulk materials?

• Blocked exits

• Damage to materials

• Increased chance of falling objects

• Reduced double handling of materials

Which of the following is a risk associated with building service activities?

• Working in bad weather conditions

• Storage of ducting at a high level

• Leaving sharp ends on cut piping

• Electrocution from exposed cables

What is a potential hazard associated with the storage of waste materials

• Fire damage

• Noise pollution

• Electric shock

• Vibration injury