WorksheetsHealth and Safety - CSCS 1
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment?
To ensure employees are paid on time
To identify hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures
To decide on the project budget
To schedule work shifts
Which step in a risk assessment involves evaluating the likelihood and severity of harm?
Identifying hazards
Evaluating risks
Implementing controls
Reviewing procedures
When should a risk assessment be reviewed?
Only when a new employee starts
When there is a change in work practices, equipment, or after an incident
At the end of the project
Every five years
What should you do after completing a risk assessment?
Review it once a month
File it away without further action
Share it with clients only
Implement the identified control measures
What is a common physical hazard on construction sites?
Poor lighting
Heavy lifting
Both A and B
Noise from machinery
Which of the following is an example of a chemical hazard?
Exposure to asbestos
Working at height
Noise pollution
Slippery surfaces
What is an example of an ergonomic hazard?
Excessive noise levels
Lack of fall protection
Poorly maintained equipment
Repetitive strain injuries from awkward postures
What is a near miss?
An incident where no one is injured but could have been
A small equipment failure
An accident that results in a minor injury
A delayed project deadline
Why is it important to report near misses?
To blame individuals for the incident
To avoid disciplinary action
To prevent future incidents by identifying potential hazards
To increase insurance premiums
What should you include when reporting a near miss?
The project's cost
The name of the person responsible
The time of day
Details of what happened and potential causes
Why is safe manual handling important?
To avoid injury and strain from lifting or carrying loads
To speed up the work process
To comply with aesthetic guidelines
To reduce equipment usage
What technique should be used to lift heavy objects safely?
Bend over and lift quickly
Lift with your back
Use your legs to lift and keep your back straight
Twist your body while lifting
When manual handling tasks are required, what should be assessed first?
The size of the team
The weight and nature of the load
The colour of the load
The cost of equipment
What is a key requirement for working safely at height?
Avoid working at height whenever possible
Conduct tasks quickly
Ensure all tools are visually appealing
Use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
What should be checked before using a ladder on site?
The ladder's stability and condition
The colour of the ladder
The brand name
The number of rungs
When working at height, what is essential to prevent falls?
Ensuring adequate lighting
Using non-slip footwear
Using safety harnesses and guardrails
Wearing brightly colored clothing
Which type of equipment is commonly used to work safely at height?
A safety helmet
Scaffolding
A forklift
A tool belt
What should you do if you find a safety issue with equipment used at height?
Attempt to fix it yourself
Report it immediately and stop using the equipment
Ignore it if it seems minor
Continue using it until the end of the day
What is a common risk associated with working on scaffolding?
Falling tools
Slippery surfaces
Tripping over wires
All of the above
When should you use fall protection systems?
During windy conditions
Only if you feel unsafe
When working above ground level where a fall could occur
When working in a confined space
