WorksheetsConstruction Health and Safety Quiz
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 14mins
What is the main purpose of a risk assessment on a construction site?
To increase the cost of the project
To identify potential hazards and put control measures in place
To delay the project timeline
To reduce the number of workers
Which of the following is a common cause of accidents on construction sites?
Wearing appropriate PPE
Poor housekeeping
Regular safety training
Using safety barriers
What does PPE stand for in construction health and safety?
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Protection Enterprise
Private Property Entry
Professional Planning Exercise
Which of the following is NOT considered PPE?
Hard hat
Safety boots
High-visibility vest
Mobile phone
What is the legal minimum age for a person to work on a construction site in Great Britain?
14 years
16 years
18 years
21 years
Which of the following is the correct action if you discover a hazard on site?
Ignore it
Report it to your supervisor immediately
Wait for someone else to notice
Continue working as normal
What is the main purpose of a method statement?
To describe how a task will be carried out safely
To list the workers on site
To record the weather conditions
To calculate the project cost
Which of the following is a sign of heat exhaustion?
Shivering
Cool, clammy skin
Heavy sweating and weakness
Increased appetite
What is the maximum weight a person should lift manually on a construction site, according to HSE guidelines?
10 kg
25 kg
50 kg
100 kg
Which of the following is the best way to prevent slips, trips, and falls?
Leave tools on the floor
Keep walkways clear and tidy
Ignore spillages
Wear sandals
What should you do if you find damaged electrical equipment on site?
Use it carefully
Report it and do not use it
Try to repair it yourself
Ignore the damage
Which of the following is a safe way to work at height?
Stand on the top rung of a ladder
Use a properly secured scaffold
Balance on bricks
Climb on machinery
What colour is a fire extinguisher suitable for electrical fires in the UK?
Red (Water)
Blue (Dry Powder)
Cream (Foam)
Black (CO₂)
Which of the following is a legal requirement for all construction sites in Great Britain?
Provide free lunch
Display a health and safety poster
Allow pets on site
Work only during daylight
What is the first thing you should do if someone suffers a serious injury on site?
Move them immediately
Call for help and alert first aiders
Finish your task first
Take a photo
Which of the following is a common hazardous substance found on construction sites?
Asbestos
Sugar
Sandpaper
Chalk
What is the main risk of working in a confined space?
Sunburn
Lack of oxygen
Too much light
Noise
Which of the following is the best way to protect your hearing on a noisy construction site?
Wear ear defenders or earplugs
Shout louder
Ignore the noise
Listen to music
What is the main purpose of a COSHH assessment?
To assess the cost of materials
To control exposure to hazardous substances
To organise lunch breaks
To measure site boundaries
Which of the following is a correct 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 minimum width for a safe walkway on a construction site, according to HSE guidelines?
100 mm
500 mm
600 mm
1,000 mm
Which of the following is a sign of a gas leak on site?
Smell of rotten eggs
Increased noise
Bright lights
Cold weather
What is the main reason for wearing a high-visibility vest on site?
To keep warm
To be easily seen by others
To look fashionable
To carry tools
Which of the following is the correct action if you spill a hazardous substance?
Leave it and walk away
Clean it up following the correct procedure and report it
Cover it with paper
Ignore it
What is the main risk of working near moving vehicles on site?
Getting sunburnt
Being struck by a vehicle
Hearing loss
Getting wet
Which of the following is a safe way to store tools on site?
Leave them scattered on the floor
Store them in a locked toolbox
Place them on scaffolding
Hide them under debris
What is the main purpose of a site induction?
To introduce new workers to site rules and safety procedures
To hand out pay slips
To organise social events
To assign parking spaces
Which of the following is a correct emergency number to call in the UK for fire, police, or ambulance?
999
911
1122
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