WorksheetsConstruction Health and Safety Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following is the main piece of legislation governing health and safety in construction sites in Great Britain?
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
The Building Act 1984
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
What is the minimum height from which a fall is considered a significant risk on a construction site?
1 metre
2 metres
3 feet
5 feet
Which of the following is NOT considered personal protective equipment (PPE) on a construction site?
Hard hat
High-visibility vest
Steel-toe boots
Mobile phone
What colour is typically used for safety helmets worn by site managers in the UK?
Blue
White
Yellow
Green
Which of the following is the best way to prevent slips, trips, and falls on a construction site?
Wearing gloves
Keeping walkways clear of obstructions
Using ear defenders
Drinking plenty of water
What does the abbreviation COSHH stand for?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Construction Site Health and Safety
Control of Safety Hazards and Health
Construction Operations Safety and Health Handbook
Which of the following is a common hazard when working at height?
Electric shock
Falling objects
Drowning
Sunburn
What is the main purpose of a risk assessment on a construction site?
To record the number of workers
To identify hazards and put controls in place
To check the weather forecast
To order materials
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
Engineering controls, Elimination, PPE, Substitution, Administrative controls
What is the safe working load (SWL) of a scaffold determined by?
The number of workers on site
The design and construction of the scaffold
The weather conditions
The colour of the scaffold boards
Which of the following is a legal requirement before starting any excavation work?
Checking the weather
Locating and marking underground services
Painting the site office
Ordering lunch
What is the main risk associated with asbestos on construction sites?
Skin irritation
Breathing difficulties and lung disease
Eye strain
Hearing loss
Which of the following fire extinguishers is suitable for electrical fires?
Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO 2 )
Wet chemical
What is the minimum age for a young person to work on a construction site in the UK, under supervision?
14
16
18
21
Which of the following is the best way to protect your hearing on a noisy construction site?
Wearing a hard hat
Using ear defenders or ear plugs
Drinking water
Wearing gloves
What does a yellow and black striped sign usually indicate on a construction site?
Fire exit
Warning of a hazard
First aid point
No entry
Which of the following is a symptom of heat exhaustion?
Shivering
Dizziness and nausea
Frostbite
Blurred vision
What is the recommended maximum weight for a single person to manually lift on a construction site, according to HSE guidelines?
10 kg
25 kg
50 pounds
100 ounces
Which of the following is the most important reason for reporting near misses on a construction site?
To blame someone
To prevent future accidents
To increase paperwork
To get a reward
What is the main purpose of a site induction for new workers?
To introduce them to their colleagues
To inform them about site-specific health and safety procedures
To show them where the canteen is
To give them their wages
