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Health & Safety Part 1

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Who is responsible for providing washing facilities on a building site under CDM 2007 regulations?

a)

The Main contractor

b)
The subcontractor
c)
The health and safety officer
d)
The site manager
2.

which one of the following best describes a risk assessment?

a)
A strategy for marketing products effectively.
b)
A technique for improving team communication.
c)
A method to calculate financial returns.
d)
A systematic process to identify and evaluate risks.
3.

What do the letters HSE stand for?

a)

Health, Safety, and Executive

b)
Health, Safety, and Engagement
c)
Health, Safety, and Efficiency
d)
Health, Security, and Education
4.

a person will be allowed to operate a circular saw if they are -

a)

trained and competent to do so.

b)
trained but not authorized
c)
untrained and unauthorized
d)
authorized but not trained
5.

What type of sign is this?

a)

Prohibition sign

b)

warning sign

c)

Mandatory sign

d)

Safe condition sign

6.

which one of the following hazards does the warning sign show?

a)
Radiation hazard
b)
Electrical hazard
c)

Toxic hazard

d)
Flammable hazard
7.

substances such as loft insulation are classified as -

a)

Toxic

b)

Corrosive

c)

Irritants

d)

Flammable

8.

a component is suspected of containing asbestos which one of the following is the first correct action?

a)
Stop work and assess the component.
b)
Report the component to a supervisor without assessment.
c)
Ignore the component and move on.
d)
Continue work as usual.
9.

asbestos could potentially be found in?

a)

immersion heater elements

b)

Pipe lagging

c)

Stop tap gland

d)

Low carbon steel bracket

10.

which one of the following covers the safe disposal of crocidolite ?

a)
General waste disposal methods
b)
Recycling guidelines for non-hazardous materials
c)

The control of asbestos regulations.

d)
Household waste management practices
11.

which one of the following is the most likely result of long term exposure to asbestos particles?

a)
Asbestosis and increased risk of lung cancer or mesothelioma.
b)
Improved lung function and respiratory health.
c)
Decreased risk of heart disease.
d)
Increased energy levels and stamina.
12.

which one of the following must be used when working close to a pneumatic drill?

a)
Face mask and knee pads
b)

Hearing protection

c)
Safety gloves and hard hat
d)
Reflective vest and steel-toed boots
13.

which one of the following is the best course of action when preparing to perform a manual lifting operation?

a)
Lift with your back to avoid strain.
b)
Assess the load and ensure a clear path.
c)
Ignore the weight and just lift quickly.
d)
Ask someone else to do it without checking.
14.

a workers first action in the event of an emergency on site should be to -

a)
ignore the situation and continue working
b)
ensure safety and follow emergency protocols
c)
wait for a supervisor to arrive
d)
call a friend for help
15.

which one of the following should be carried out immediately on discovery of a co-worker who has fallen from a building?

a)

Call for emergency services.

b)
Attempt to move the co-worker to a safer location.
c)
Take a photo of the scene for evidence.
d)
Ignore the situation and continue working.
16.

RIDDOR forms must be completed for an accident that leads to a person being absent for work for how many days?

a)
10 days
b)
3 days
c)
7 days
d)
5 days
17.

which is the most likely risk to persons resulting from mechanical damage to the electrical extension leads?

a)
Tripping hazard
b)
Overheating of the leads
c)

Electric shock due to damaged insulation.

d)
Fire hazard
18.

a 7mm hole is to be drilled in block work to make fixings what tool is the safest to use-

a)

24v Cordless drill

b)
Screwdriver
c)
Hammer drill
d)
Pneumatic hammer
19.

what is the most important reason for using low voltage electrical supplies for tools and equipment on site?

a)
To improve the efficiency of equipment operation.
b)
To enhance safety and reduce the risk of electric shock.
c)
To reduce the cost of electrical supplies.
d)
To increase the power output of tools.
20.

An operative finds that the on/off switch on a 110V electrical drill is faulty what is the first action that must occur?

a)
Check the drill for physical damage.
b)

Stop work and inform the supervisor.

c)
Use the drill without the switch.
d)
Replace the drill's battery.
21.

Which one of the following correctly outlines the basic safe electrical isolation procedure?

a)

prove test equipment, isolate, test phases, remove fuse, prove test equipment

b)
Lock/tag, identify, ground, switch off, verify.
c)
Switch off, verify, lock/tag, identify, ground.
d)
Identify, switch off, verify, ground, tag.
22.

The first action to take when finding someone who appears to have received an electrical shock is to -

a)
Call emergency services immediately.
b)

Isolate the electric supply.

c)
Administer CPR right away.
d)
Move the person to a safer location.
23.

what is the main colour of the cylinders that Oxygen is supplied in?

a)
Red
b)

Black

c)
Blue
d)
Yellow
24.

what are the main colour cylinders that propane is supplied in?

a)

Orange

b)

Red

c)

Blue

d)

Black

25.

What is the color of Butane gas cylinders

a)

Green

b)

White

c)

Blue

d)

Yellow

26.

What is the colour of Mapp gas.

a)

Red

b)

Yellow

c)

Blue

d)

Black

27.

What is the colour of Oxyacetylene cylinder.

a)

Black

b)

Maroon

c)

Yellow

d)

Red

28.

A fire needs three basic things to burn. These are oxygen, heat and

a)
carbon dioxide
b)
sand
c)
water
d)
fuel
29.

The most likely hazard when working with a propane blow torch is

a)
fire or burns
b)
explosion from gas buildup
c)
frostbite from cold propane
d)
toxic fumes from burning propane
30.

What should be the sequence of actions to take if a fire occurs in a LPG store?

a)
Ignore the fire and continue working.
b)
Open all LPG valves to release pressure.
c)
Use water to extinguish the fire immediately.
d)

Raise the alarm, move to a safe distance, ring the emergency services

raise the alarm, move to a safe distance, ring the emergency services

31.

which one of the following covers the disposal of crocidotile?

a)
Construction debris regulations
b)

The control of asbestos regulations

c)
General waste management guidelines
d)
Household waste disposal rules
32.

A fire involving LPG is categorised as?

a)
Class B fire
b)
Class D fire
c)
Class C fire
d)
Class A fire
33.

A red fire extinguisher with a cream panel would be used to extinguish fires fueled by?

a)
Flammable liquids
b)
Chemical fires
c)
Wooden fires
d)
Electrical fires
34.

which one of the following identifies the equipment shown in the image?

a)
Scaffold
b)
Platform
c)
Stool
d)

Step Ladder

35.

which one of the following types of access equipment is most suitable for gaining access to a loft space?

a)
Scaffolding
b)

Pole ladder

c)
Step ladder
d)
Extension ladder
36.

in addition to checking for any damage what other safety precaution must be observed when using an aluminium ladder?

a)
Ensure the ladder is on a stable surface and avoid electrical hazards.
b)
Place the ladder on a soft surface
c)
Ignore nearby power lines
d)
Use the ladder in high winds
37.

which one of the following types of scaffold uses square metal sole plates and is tied to the building?

a)

Independent scaffolding

b)
frame scaffolding
c)
system scaffolding
d)
suspended scaffolding
38.

which one of the following situations would require work in an excavation?

a)
Planting a garden
b)

Laying incoming services

c)
Installing a swimming pool
d)
Paving a driveway
39.

a ladder used to access an excavation must extend above the landing point by what distance?

a)

1 meter

b)
1 foot
c)
2 feet
d)

2 meters

40.

When working in an excavation. What precaution must be taken to prevent site vehicles reversing into the trench?

a)
Allow vehicles to drive freely without supervision.
b)

Place vehicle stop blocks in front of the trench

c)
Use only mirrors to check for obstacles.
d)
Do not mark the edges of the trench.
41.

which one of the following work area may be classified as a confined space?

a)
A public restroom.
b)
An office cubicle.
c)

Inside a duct in a block of flats.

d)
A parking lot.
42.

Which of the following is the safest way to store flammable liquids on a construction site?

a)

In open containers near a heat source

b)

In plastic bags under a workbench

c)

In a locked, well-ventilated, designated storage cabinet

d)

On the floor in the work area

43.

What is the primary reason for wearing a hard hat on a building site?

a)

To comply with fire regulations

b)

To protect against falling objects and head injuries

c)

To keep your head warm

d)

To identify your job role

44.

Which of the following actions should be taken before using a portable electrical tool on site?

a)

Test it by plugging into any available socket

b)

Check for visible damage and ensure it has a valid PAT test label

c)

Use it immediately without inspection

d)

Ask a coworker if it worked last time

45.

What is the main purpose of a risk assessment on a construction site?

a)

To improve marketing strategies

b)

To identify and control potential hazards

c)

To assign job roles

d)

To increase project costs

46.

Which of the following is a correct action if you discover damaged insulation on electrical wiring?

a)

Continue working and ignore the damage

b)

Report the issue and avoid using the equipment

c)

Wrap the wire with tape and use it

d)

Ask a coworker to fix it

47.

What should you do if you accidentally disturb material suspected to contain asbestos?

a)

Sweep the area and dispose of the debris in general waste

b)

Stop work immediately and inform your supervisor

c)

Attempt to clean up the material yourself

d)

Continue working as normal

48.

Which colour is typically used for warning signs in workplace safety?

a)

Green

b)

Yellow

c)

Red

d)

Blue

49.

What is the safest way to move a heavy object manually on a construction site?

a)

Drag the object across the floor.

b)

Lift quickly to minimize effort.

c)

Bend your back and keep your legs straight.

d)

Use proper lifting techniques and ask for assistance if needed.

50.

Which of the following is a key step before starting work in an area suspected of containing hazardous materials?

a)

Begin work immediately.

b)

Review the site’s risk assessment and wear appropriate PPE.

c)

Ignore safety signs.

d)

Ask a coworker if the area is safe.