WorksheetsConstruction Health and Safety Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which item of Personal Protective Equipment is essential for protecting your head on a construction site?
Safety boots
Hard hat
High-visibility vest
Ear defenders
What is the main purpose of a risk assessment on a construction site?
To increase productivity
To identify and control hazards
To reduce costs
To train new workers
Which regulation requires employers to provide suitable Personal Protective Equipment to workers?
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
What should you do first if you discover a fire on a construction site?
Try to extinguish the fire yourself
Raise the alarm and evacuate the area
Finish your current task
Call your supervisor
Which of the following is NOT considered Personal Protective Equipment?
Safety goggles
Ear defenders
Overalls
Mobile phone
What is the correct way to lift a heavy object to avoid injury?
Bend your back and keep your legs straight
Keep your back straight and bend your knees
Twist your body while lifting
Lift quickly and sharply
Which colour is typically used for warning signs indicating a hazard on a construction site in Great Britain?
Blue
Red
Yellow
Green
What should you do if you identify a new hazard on site?
Ignore it
Report it to your supervisor immediately
Wait until someone else notices
Continue working as normal
Which document outlines the emergency procedures for a construction site?
Risk assessment
Site induction booklet
Emergency response plan
Toolbox talk notes
What is the recommended minimum distance to keep from moving plant machinery on site?
1 foot
1 metre
5 metres
10 metres
Which of the following is a common workplace hazard in construction?
Wet floors
Loud music
Comfortable chairs
Air conditioning
What is the main reason for wearing high-visibility clothing on a construction site?
To keep warm
To be easily seen by others
To look professional
To protect against dust
Which regulation covers manual handling in the workplace?
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
What should you do before using any equipment on site?
Check it for damage and defects
Use it immediately
Ask a colleague to use it first
Ignore safety instructions
Which of the following is a key step in risk assessment?
Ignoring minor hazards
Identifying who might be harmed and how
Removing all equipment from site
Only considering physical hazards
What is the correct action if you see someone not wearing required PPE on site?
Ignore them
Remind them to wear the correct PPE
Take their PPE for yourself
Report them to the police
Which of the following is NOT a manual handling technique?
Team lifting
Using mechanical aids
Twisting while lifting
Planning the lift
What is the first step in workplace hazard identification?
Remove all hazards immediately
Observe the work area carefully
Wait for an accident to happen
Ignore minor hazards
Which piece of PPE protects your lungs from dust and fumes?
Safety boots
Respirator or dust mask
Hard hat
High-visibility vest
What should be included in an emergency response plan?
Names of all workers
Procedures for evacuation and contacting emergency services
List of site equipment
Daily work schedule
