Unit201 Environmental Protection Quiz

Which of these can cause land contamination?

• Using gloves

• Dumping waste plastic in ordinary bins

• Drinking bottled water

• Using hand tools

How long can dumped plastic take to degrade?

• 10 years

• 50 years

• Hundreds of years

• One month

What is an example of direct air pollution on site?

• Burning insulation off scrap cable

• Sweeping floors

• Painting walls

• Using water

Which fuel can contribute to air pollution?

• Solar panels

• Diesel generators

• Wind turbines

• Manual lifting

What happens if polluted water enters watercourses?

• It becomes cleaner

• It harms wildlife and humans

• It cools down

• It stops flowing

What should you never pour down the sink?

• Clean water

• Battery acid

• Tea

• Juice

Waste disposal laws are enforced by:

• The police department

• The fire department

• The waste management authority

• The transportation department

On a construction site, Arthur is planning the early stages of a new project. Why should Arthur manage waste from the beginning?

• To make more mess

• To reduce hazards and manage disposal

• To hide rubbish

• To avoid recycling

What must be done with flammable waste like packaging?

• Burn it on site

• Clear it away regularly

• Mix it with food waste

• Bury it in soil

What is a good practice for work areas?

• Let waste pile up

• Prioritise clearing waste

• Store waste in the street

• Burn all rubbish