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WorksheetsGCSE Construction Health and Safety Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the main purpose of a risk assessment on a construction site?
To increase the cost of the project
To identify hazards and put control measures in place
To delay the start of work
To reduce the number of workers
Which piece of legislation is most relevant to health and safety in construction in Great Britain?
The Road Traffic Act 1988
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
The Education Act 2002
The Data Protection Act 2018
What does PPE stand for in construction?
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Property Enforcement
Private Project Evaluation
Professional Planning Exercise
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of hazard on a construction site?
Slips, trips and falls
Loud noises
Fresh air
Moving vehicles
What colour is a mandatory safety sign on a construction site in the UK?
Red
Blue
Yellow
Green
Who is responsible for health and safety on a construction site?
Only the site manager
Only the workers
Everyone on site
Only the client
Which of the following is the correct order for the hierarchy of control measures?
PPE, Elimination, Substitution, Engineering controls, Administrative controls
Elimination, Substitution, Engineering controls, Administrative controls, PPE
Substitution, PPE, Elimination, Engineering controls, Administrative controls
Administrative controls, PPE, Elimination, Substitution, Engineering controls
What is the minimum height at which fall protection is required on a construction site in the UK?
1 metre
2 metres
3 metres
4 metres
Which of the following is a common cause of accidents involving electricity on construction sites?
Using tools with insulated handles
Damaged cables and leads
Wearing rubber boots
Using battery-powered tools
What should you do if you discover asbestos on a construction site?
Continue working as normal
Inform your supervisor immediately
Try to remove it yourself
Ignore it
Which of the following is a safe way to lift a heavy object?
Keep your back straight and bend your knees
Keep your legs straight and bend your back
Twist your body while lifting
Lift quickly and jerkily
What is the main risk of working in a confined space?
Sunburn
Lack of oxygen
Too much light
Noise
Which fire extinguisher colour is used for electrical fires in the UK?
Red
Blue
Black
Cream
What is the correct action if you see a colleague working unsafely?
Ignore them
Report it to your supervisor
Join in
Take a photo and post it online
Which of the following is a sign of heat exhaustion?
Shivering
Cool, clammy skin
Sudden weight gain
Increased appetite
What is the maximum weight a person should lift manually according to HSE guidelines (for men)?
10 kg
25 kg
50 kg
100 kg
Which of the following is NOT a control measure for reducing dust on site?
Using water suppression
Wearing a dust mask
Sweeping dry dust
Using extraction systems
What does a yellow safety helmet usually indicate on a UK construction site?
Site visitor
General labourer
Site manager
Electrician
Which of the following is the best way to prevent slips and trips?
Leave tools and materials on walkways
Clean up spills immediately
Wear sandals
Ignore warning signs
What is the first thing you should do if you find someone unconscious on site?
Move them immediately
Check for danger to yourself and others
Give them water
Leave them and find your supervisor
