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WorksheetsUnit 201: Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction - Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which law governs health and safety in the UK construction industry?
Construction Act 1996
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Building Regulations 2010
Employment Rights Act 1996
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protection Essentials
Professional Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Protection Equipment
Which of the following is a hazard on a construction site?
Safety signage
Clean walkways
Loose scaffolding
PPE
What is the purpose of a risk assessment?
To record employee hours
To identify and control hazards
To plan lunch breaks
To assign job roles
Which colour is used for mandatory safety signs?
Red
Yellow
Blue
Green
Which of the following is NOT a type of PPE?
Hard hat
Safety boots
High-visibility vest
Brick Hammer
What should you do if you see a hazard on site?
Ignore it
Wait for someone else to report it
Report it to your supervisor immediately
Take a photo and leave
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Code of Safety and Health Hazards
Construction Safety and Hazard Handbook
Control of Site Safety Hazards
Which of the following is a welfare facility required on site?
Coffee machine
First aid kit
Free Wi-Fi
Lockers for personal items
Why is it important to keep your work area tidy?
To impress the site manager
To reduce the risk of accidents
To make space for lunch
To avoid cleaning later
What is the correct colour for fire safety equipment signs?
Blue
Green
Red
Yellow
Which of the following is a control measure for working at height?
Wearing gloves
Using a ladder without supervision
Installing guardrails
What is the first step in a risk assessment?
Eliminate all hazards
Identify the hazards
Write a report
Call the supervisor
Which of the following is a common cause of slips and trips?
Wearing PPE
Good lighting
Wet or uneven surfaces
Proper signage
What is the purpose of a method statement?
To describe how to carry out a task safely
To list all employees
To record hours worked
To plan lunch breaks
Which of these is a legal duty of employees?
Provide PPE to others
Ignore unsafe practices
Follow health and safety procedures
Supervise new workers
What should be included in a site induction?
Holiday schedule
Emergency procedures and site rules
Pay rates
Lunch menu
What is the correct action if you find damaged PPE?
Use it anyway
Repair it yourself
Report it and replace it
Which of the following is a sign of poor manual handling technique?
Bending knees
Keeping load close
Twisting the back
Using both hands
What is the main reason for using signage on a construction site?
Decoration
Legal requirement
To communicate safety information
To advertise the company
