Health and Safety in Building Services Engineering

Which legislation governs health and safety in the workplace in the UK?

• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015

• IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

• To determine the cost of materials

• To identify potential hazards and reduce risk

• To ensure the project is completed on time

• To train employees on new equipment

Which of the following is classified as a hazard in building services engineering?

• Adequate lighting

• Noise

• Proper ventilation

• Risk assessment

Who is responsible for ensuring that health and safety regulations are followed on a worksite?

• Only the site manager

• Only the employees

• Everyone on the worksite

• Only the health and safety officer

Which of the following types of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

• Water

• Foam

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

• Wet chemical

What is the primary function of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

• To reduce the cost of accidents

• To ensure employees work faster

• To minimize the risk of injury

• To make employees look professional

What should you do if you identify a hazard in your workplace?

• Ignore it and continue working

• Report it to a supervisor or safety officer

• Attempt to fix it without informing anyone

• Wait until someone else reports it

Which of the following is a common health risk in building services engineering?

• Working at heights

• Exposure to asbestos

• Poor lighting conditions

• Cold weather

What does a 'Safety Data Sheet' (SDS) provide information about?

• A. Electrical installations

• B. First aid procedures

• C. Hazardous substances

• D. Site management protocols

Which of the following is an example of good manual handling technique?

• A. Twisting your back while lifting

• B. Bending your knees to lift

• C. Lifting heavy objects above your head

• D. Lifting with your legs straight