WorksheetsHealth and Safety Plumbing 6035 L2
Total questions: 39
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which Act governs workplace health and safety in the UK?
Factories Act 1961
Employment Rights Act 1996
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Workplace Regulations Act 1985
Who enforces health and safety laws in most workplaces in the UK?
Ministry of Labour
Local police authority
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
British Standards Institute
What is required under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH)?
Report all incidents to the fire service
Employers to lock all substances hazardous to health and a cupboard
Ban use of all chemicals
Use only pre-approved foreign substances
What law requires suitable PPE to be provided where risks cannot be otherwise controlled?
The Health and Safety at Work Act
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
The Building Safety Act
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
Which of the following is a duty of an employer under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?
Ban all lifting tasks
Provide electric trolleys for all lifting
Avoid manual handling where reasonably practicable
Ensure employees lift items alone
What must be included in a written risk assessment?
Personal opinions about risks
Control measures for identified hazards
Financial cost of hazards
Health questionnaire results
When must a health and safety policy be written down?
If the company works in construction
When a workplace has 5 or more employees
Only for public sector employers
For temporary workplaces only
What type of jointing method should be avoided when working in a roof space?
manipulative compression
Non-manipulative compression
Pressfit
What is the purpose of the RIDDOR?
To document workplace training
To notify the local council of minor complaints
To report work-related injuries and diseases
To check employee sickness absence
What does the abbreviation RIDDOR stand for?
Requirement, Incidences, Dangerous, Distractions Or Regulations
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
Reporting of Incidences, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
Requirements of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
Under UK law, who has the duty to take reasonable care for their own safety?
Only the employer
The site inspector
The employee
The client
What is the first step in conducting a risk assessment?
Install signage
Provide PPE
Identify hazards
Write a method statement
When lifting heavy materials manually, what should be done first?
Start lifting immediately
Ask a colleague to supervise
Assess the weight and posture
Remove footwear
What is the purpose of a method statement?
To estimate project costs
To describe how work will be safely carried out
To record customer details
To replace risk assessments
Which of the following is a hazard rather than a risk?
A worker may fall
Wet floor
Poor training
Worker tripping
Why should health and safety signs be used in the workplace?
To decorate the site
To replace training
To warn about dangers
To follow marketing rules
Which of the following should be worn when cutting copper pipe?
High-visibility jacket
Ear defenders
Safety goggles
Gloves
What is the best control method for avoiding electric shock when working near live cables?
Wear gloves
Use battery-powered tools
Isolate the electrical supply
Work quickly
Why are toolbox talks important?
They reduce paperwork
They ensure wages are discussed
They promote ongoing safety awareness
They replace formal training
How should a safety breach be reported on site?
Through a text message
Through the company’s safety reporting system
To the nearest co-worker only
Using a verbal warning to others
Which material commonly used in older plumbing installations is now a banned health hazard?
PVC
Brass
Lead
Copper
How can exposure to asbestos be prevented?
Use a wet cloth to wipe it
Drill slowly
Avoid disturbing suspected materials and report it
Paint over it
Which gas is colourless, odourless, and potentially fatal if inhaled?
Methane
Nitrogen
Carbon monoxide
Oxygen
Where is asbestos most likely to be found in domestic plumbing?
Modern taps
Plastic pipework
Pipe insulation
Chrome fittings
What should you do if a chemical gets into your eyes on site?
Rub your eyes
Rinse with clean water and seek medical attention
Cover with a cloth
Blink repeatedly
What information does a COSHH assessment provide?
Tools required for plumbing
Substance cost analysis
Hazards and control measures for chemicals
Brand preferences
What is the correct colour for a mandatory sign?
Yellow
Blue
Green
Red
Which document outlines the safe use, storage, and handling of a hazardous product?
Manufacturer’s invoice
Building regulations
Safety data sheet
Purchase order
What does a yellow and black triangular sign indicate?
Prohibition
Warning
Mandatory action
Safe condition
Which fire extinguisher is suitable for use on an electrical fire?
Water
Foam
CO₂
Wet chemical
What should be done before using a power tool?
Spray with lubricant
Check the weather forecast
Inspect the tool for damage and test function
Plug it in and start work
How should extension cables be used to avoid trip hazards?
Hang them from ceilings
Run them across doorways
Route them safely and tape down if needed
Keep them coiled
Which of the following is the correct procedure when isolating a plumbing system?
Close the stopcock and test outlets
Turn off electrical supply
Remove any visible pipework
Block the drains
What is the main risk of not securing ladders properly?
Discomfort when climbing
Time delays
Falling from height
Rain damage
What must be done when working at height under UK law?
Use a fixed ladder only
Work alone to reduce distraction
Carry out a risk assessment
Avoid using PPE
What type of fire extinguisher should not be used on oil fires?
Wet chemical
Foam
Water
CO₂
When must a portable appliance test (PAT) be carried out?
Before leaving the site
After the appliance fails
As part of regular maintenance
Only on gas tools
Which item is considered personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Tape measure
Pipe cutter
Safety boots
Spirit level
What should be done if you receive a minor electric shock on site?
Continue working
Record it in the accident book and report it
Go home immediately
Tell a co-worker privately
