Understanding Asbestos and Its Risks

Which health issue is most strongly linked to asbestos exposure?

• Hearing loss

• Lung diseases

• Vision problems

• Digestive disorders

Which of the following is a serious illness linked to asbestos exposure?

• Asthma

• Mesothelioma

• Chickenpox

• Diabetes

If you find asbestos in your school building, what should you do first?

• Touch it to see if it is dangerous

• Tell a teacher or responsible adult

• Sweep it up yourself

• Ignore it

Why is it dangerous to disturb asbestos materials?

• It smells bad

• It releases tiny fibres into the air

• It changes colour

• It becomes sticky

Which of the following is NOT a step in safe asbestos removal?

• Wearing protective clothing

• Using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter

• Breaking asbestos into small pieces

• Sealing off the area

How can asbestos fibres enter the human body?

• By eating them

• By breathing them in

• By touching them

• By looking at them

Who is allowed to remove asbestos in the UK?

• Anyone over 18

• Only trained and licensed professionals

• School caretakers

• Builders without training

What should be done with asbestos waste after removal?

• Put it in the normal rubbish bin

• Burn it in a bonfire

• Dispose of it at a licensed facility

• Bury it in the garden

Which of these is a symptom of asbestos-related illness?

• Sudden weight gain

• Shortness of breath

• Itchy eyes

• Sore throat from eating spicy food

What is the main reason asbestos was used in buildings in the past?

• It is colourful

• It is a good insulator and fire-resistant

• It is cheap to eat

• It smells nice