WorksheetsFoundation mock test 1
Total questions: 44
Worksheet time: 25mins
A terraced property is best described as which of the following?
A dwelling that shares one party wall
A single-storey building with a room in the roof space
A dwelling that shares two party walls
A double-storey building with a room in the roof space
Why are modern commercial buildings normally constructed using steel framework and cladding? Select two answers.
Easily adapted for change of use
Has the least impact on the environment
Provides the greatest amount of space available
Makes the best use of locally sourced building materials
They do not require fireproofing
What can be used to power a heating system using wood pellets?
Wind farm
Biomass boiler
Air source heat pump
Ground source heat pump
What is a person who would maintain a 240V circuit called?
Bricklayer
Painter and decorator
Electrician
Electronics engineer
What does OSB stand for?
Ordinary stand board
Ordinary straw board
Oriented strand board
Oriented straw board
Ordinances survey benchmarks can be referenced back to:
The high tide level in Newlyn in Devon
The high tide level in Newquay in Devon
The mean sea level in Newlyn in Cornwall
The mean sea level in Newquay in Cornwall
What is the main purpose of having designated skips on site?
To monitor the amount of waste leaving the site
To promote a professional corporate image
To allow for greater recycling of materials
To reduce the amount of landfill taxes paid
FIFO is used when working with what type of materials?
Combustible
Recyclable
Perishable
Durable
What is the purpose of a schedule?
It shows all variations of joinery components available
It gives detailed information that cannot be shown on a drawing
It shows repetitive information relating to the components to be fitted
It supports the programme of work recording times taken to complete tasks
Part A of the building regulations covers:
Security
Ventilation
Fire safety
Structural safety
What is the primary purpose of the building regulations?
To ensure the health, safety and welfare of all construction operatives
To protect endangered species from pollution generated during construction
To protect the health and safety of the occupants and improve fuel efficiency
To ensure that all work is completed to the specifications laid out by the client
What name is given to a staircase that turns 90° without the use of a landing?
Kite winder
Spiral
Quarter turn
Open well
What colour is a mandatory safety sign?
Red
Blue
Green
Yellow
Which two of the below are traditional methods of advertising locally?
Flyers
Website
Television
Phone book
Social media
What system uses energy from the sun to produce electricity?
Air source heat pumps
Photovoltaic panels
Biomass boilers
Nuclear fission
The removal of decorative items for reuse is known as what?
Architectural salvage
Component reclaims
Cosmetic reclaims
Heritage salvage
What is required alongside a risk assessment before demolishing can commence?
Bill of quantities
Method statement
Specification sheet
Schedule document
What is the purpose of a risk assessment?
To identify specific hazards
To list all recyclable materials
To detail a sequence of operations
To inform operatives about explosives
What type of tooling is fitted to the machine arm below?
Shears
Crusher
Bucket
Breaker
Where should you report an accident?
To your supervisor
In the accident report book or form
On a piece of paper
You don’t have to
What is a near miss?
When an accident happens and no one was hurt
When an accident happens and someone is hurt but did not take time off work.
Where there was an incident where someone could have been injured.
Where two cars nearly hit each other just outside the site.
Which one of the following is a common cause of a work-related injury?
Not following the work schedule.
Falling from a height.
Choosing the wrong material.
Using an incorrect job specification.
Which one of the following is a common cause of a work-related injury?
Using an incorrect job specification
Excessive noise.
Persistent rainfall.
Incorrect material delivery.
Which one of the following is classed as a major hazard associated with services to a building?
A damaged phone cable.
Blocked sewer
An exposed gas main.
A damaged electrical supply.
Which one of the following is a typical hazard associated with services?
Exposed sewer.
Disused gas supply.
Worn electric cables.
Exposed phone cable
Which one of the following is a hazard associated with waste build up?
Ground contamination.
Scaffold damage.
Corrosion of materials.
Building collapse.
Which one of the following is a typical hazard when waste builds up on site?
Subsidence.
Vermin presence.
Scaffold collapse.
Lack of storage space.
Which BIM dimension includes the construction sequencing? Select one.
3D
4D
5D
6D
Which one of the following is not a benefit of off-site construction?
Value
Efficiency
Sustainability
Customisation
What colour fire extinguisher is suitable for a wood fire?
Blue
Black
Red
Green
What part of the body should you protect when lifting a load:
In relation to electrical safety on site which one of the following four statements is true?
Only use 410 Volts.
Always carry a portable electric tool by its cable.
It is not important if lights are not kept clean.
Check for all current PAT labels.
What type of renewable energy is generated by water?
Photovoltaic
Air source
Ground source
Hydroelectric
If you had an issue with your working environment who would you contact?
Supervisor
Architect
Surveyor
Planner
A payment paid on top of an employee’s wages to signify that they have done more than their agreed work that week is called?
Overtime
Tax
Pension
National Insurance
What can be done to create a good working relationship with other workers on site?
Offer advice and support
Borrow their tools and equipment
Discuss salary and bonus schemes
Display lack of organisation
Which of the following would be a sign of a poor work attitude?
Client consideration
Inconsistent timekeeping
High performance
Positive contribution
What material would a plasterer repairing an internal wall in a traditional stone-built house use?
Cement-based render
Gypsum-based plaster
Lime-based plaster
Cob-based render
What is the name given to the operative that makes doors and windows?
Carpenter
Joiner
Labourer
Fitter
Which one of the following is a type of water conservation?
Photovoltaic cells
Mixed drainage system
Ground source heat pump
Grey water harvesting
Which one of the following involves taking down a structure carefully and methodically?
Selective demolition
Dismantling
Crane and wrecking ball
Mechanical demolition
Which one of the following types of drawings shows the proposed site in relation to the surrounding area?
Floor plans
Detailed drawings
Block plans
Site plans
What would you use a Red fire extinguisher for?
Electrical Fire
Liquid Fire
Wood Fire
Cooking oil Fire
What does BIM stand for
Building Information Modelling
Building institution management
Building In Mud
Building information Model
