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WorksheetsProperty Maintenance Operative Quiz
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Which construction method is most commonly used in UK residential houses?
Steel frame
Masonry
Modular
Timber panel
What is a common defect in timber frame buildings?
Subsidence
Condensation
Rot
Rust
What might be a defect from poor gutter maintenance?
Roof sagging
Internal mould
Cracking brickwork
Rotten joists
Which building type is most likely to have a steel frame?
Bungalow
Warehouse
Flat
Cottage
Modular buildings are built...
On-site from raw materials
Off-site and assembled on-site
Only from timber
Only for temporary use
Which part of Building Regs deals with fire safety?
Part A
Part B
Part C
Part L
The Building Safety Bill was introduced following which major event?
Brexit
Grenfell Tower fire
Covid-19
Fuel crisis
What is the role of building regulations?
To approve tenancy contracts
To ensure design is modern
To ensure health and safety standards
To enforce rent prices
Non-compliance with regs can lead to...
Better resale value
Insurance rewards
Reputation damage and legal issues
Increased tax
BSI Flex 8670 focuses on...
Environmental impact
Structural calculations
Professional competence
Pricing of repairs
An operative installs cladding without checking spec. What is the main risk?
Discolouration
Fire spread
Increased rent
Condensation
If a tenant reports a loose handrail, what is the risk of ignoring it?
Paint damage
Trip hazard
Structural collapse
Injury from falls
Failing to check ventilation in a bathroom can lead to...
Paint fading
Fire
Mould growth
Noise complaints
Which of these is a key component of safe roof work?
Water bottle
Stepladder
Scaffold or edge protection
Bright clothing
Before replacing materials, what should be checked first?
Colour scheme
Size of skip
Manufacturer's specification
Neighbour approval
Why is recording maintenance activity important?
To reduce tax
To update tenants
To prove compliance and ensure traceability
To advertise the property
One risk of not recording work digitally is...
Too much information
Permanent records
Data loss or miscommunication
Increased materials
Which is a secure way to store digital property data?
Shared USB stick
Cloud with password protection
Printed folders
Personal email
Not protecting tenant data can result in...
Lower heating bills
Faster inspections
GDPR breaches and fines
Easier repairs
What does 'plausible risk' mean in data handling?
A possible threat that can be predicted
Something that never happens
Financial bonus
Data duplication
What should be done before working at height?
Drink water
Tell a friend
Carry out a risk assessment
Open a window
What's the first step when investigating a leak?
Paint over it
Ignore it
Check the source and isolate if needed
Replace all pipes
Which document outlines how to do a task safely?
Risk assessment
Safe system of work
Daily diary
Invoice
Who is responsible for following safety procedures?
The site manager only
The tenant
Every worker involved
Only trained electricians
How should hazardous waste be dealt with?
Bin it
Flush it
Label and dispose using legal method
Give it to a tenant
What's the purpose of a method statement?
To list tools
To describe safe work process
To log hours
To monitor tenants
Why is communication important in maintenance teams?
So managers don't shout
To share tools
To ensure clarity, safety, and efficiency
To speed up invoices
What should you do if you find asbestos?
Sweep it up
Tell a tenant
Report and stop work
Ignore it if not dusty
When might a railing system need repair?
Every 2 years
If paint fades
If loosened, rusted, or damaged
If not the right colour
A flat roof with ponding water could indicate...
Excellent waterproofing
Over-insulation
Poor drainage or damage
Tenant misuse
