Health Risks in Construction Environments

Which of the following is a primary purpose of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) on a construction site?

• To ensure all workers wear the same uniform

• To improve health, safety, and welfare of people working in construction

• To increase the speed of construction projects

• To reduce the cost of building materials

Which piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential when working in a noisy environment above 85 decibels?

• Hard hat

• Ear defenders or ear plugs

• High-visibility vest

• Safety boots

What is the main risk associated with prolonged exposure to hand-arm vibration from power tools?

• Hearing loss

• Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)

• Eye strain

• Sunburn

Which regulation requires employers to provide suitable PPE to employees on construction sites?

• Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

• Working at Height Regulations 2005

• Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

What should you do if you discover a container of an unknown chemical substance on site?

• Ignore it and continue working

• Smell it to identify it

• Report it to your supervisor immediately

• Pour it down the nearest drain

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of excessive noise exposure?

• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)

• Hearing loss

• Headaches

• Blurred vision

Which of the following is a key requirement for safe storage of hazardous materials on site?

• Store them in any available cupboard

• Store them in clearly labelled, secure containers

• Leave them in open containers for easy access

• Mix them together to save space

What is the main health risk from inhaling wood dust in joinery workshops?

• Dehydration

• Respiratory problems and increased risk of nasal cancer

• Lose of appetite

• Eye infections

Which of the following is the correct order for donning PPE before entering a construction site?

• Hard hat, gloves, safety boots, high-visibility vest

• High-visibility vest, safety boots, hard hat, gloves

• There is no required order, as long as all PPE is worn

• Safety boots, hard hat, high-visibility vest, gloves

Which of the following is a control measure to reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous dust on site?

• Eating and drinking in the work area

• Using local exhaust ventilation and wearing dust masks

• Sweeping dust with a dry broom

• Ignoring the dust and working as normal