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WorksheetsHealth and Welfare in Construction
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 12mins
When working with a substance should you ever smell it to determine if it could cause you harm?
Yes it's usually fine to do this.
Only if you have been trained.
No absolutely not.
Only in a well ventilated area.
Which of the following statements is true?
It is acceptable to wash your hands with thinners when using paint.
It is acceptable to wash your hands with thinners if you have used barrier cream beforehand.
It is acceptable to clean your hands with thinners anytime.
It is not acceptable to clean your hands with thinners.
Do all protective gloves give the same protection to your hands when working with chemicals?
Yes, if they are long enough to cover your arms.
Yes, all safety gloves are the same.
No, they are all designed to give different types of protection.
Yes, if used with the right barrier creams.
Which two of the following animals carry Weil's disease?
Sheep
Rats
Cats
Dairy cattle
Pigs.
If you suspected that Asbestos was present where you were working on a renovation project what would you do?
Remove it to save time.
Stop work and seek advice before proceeding.
Ignore it and keep on working.
Remove it carefully and place it in the skip.
Which of the following could be a consequence of working in direct sunlight for prolonged periods?
Blood cancer
Dermatitis
Skin cancer
Acne.
Inhalation of Asbestos dust could cause which of the following?
Skin irritation.
Asthma
Leptospirosis
Cancer
Stomach ulcers.
What should be provided for operatives working in all weather conditions on a registered CDM project?
Hot lunches.
A drying room.
A shower.
Transport to the job.
When working with wet cement or concrete why is it important to wear protective gloves?
Gloves are not needed.
To prevent dermatitis.
To keep your hands from getting cold.
To stop cuts and abrasions.
What are employers required to provide as a minimum for hand washing on site?
Hot water and hand driers.
Hot and cold water with soap and drying facilities.
Running cold water and paper towels.
Water soap and roller towels.
Occupational dermatitis is commonly caused by being exposed to what?
Sunlight.
Soap and water
Cement
Excessive noise
Skin cancer can be caused by prolonged exposure to which of the following?
Barrier creams
Eye wash
Soap and water.
Mineral oils.
Why is personal hygiene important?
So people will talk to you.
To be CoSHH compliant.
So you don't smell.
To remain in good health.
Leptospirosis is more commonly known as which of the following?
Measles
Mumps
Weil's disease.
Flu.
The main cause of Vibration white finger is?
Old age.
Constant cold or wet hands.
Overusing vibrating tools
Not wearing gloves.
In which of the following situations would you most likely to be exposed to Weil's disease?
Working on a roof structure.
Working at height on a scaffold.
Working on the ground near to water.
Working on a MEWP.
When should you apply barrier cream to your hands?
When you have finished your work.
When you received first aid.
Before you start work.
Before you eat.
Before eating you should always.
Go to the toilet.
Wash and dry your hands thoroughly.
Make sure that a space has been reserved in the canteen.
Remove your work boots.
The site toilets are regularly found to be out of order. they constantly get damaged by someone you know, what should you do?
Not use the toilets until they are fixed.
Take no action as they always get fixed.
Report the matter to your supervisor including the name of the person responsible for the damage.
Fix the damage yourself.
How often should Welfare facilities be cleaned?
At least once a week.
Every day at the end of a shift.
As many times as needed to maintain good hygiene standards.
Every morning before the shift begins.
Before any Health inspections take place from the safety representative.
Under the CDM Regulations when do adequate facilities need to be provided before the project begins on site?
If the work is going to take more than a week.
If there are 3 people working for a full week of 40 hrs.
If the work is going to take more than 30 days or 500 person days.
Facilities should be provided for every site.
What recommendations are given to stop the spread of COVID-19 during "lockdown"? (Tick all that apply.)
Wash you hands and keep at least 2 meters apart.
Wash you hands for more than 20 seconds.
Wear a face mask and gloves.
Stay at Home.
Don't visit friend and family.
