health and safety

Question 1

which of the following is not type of asbestos?

Answer 1

silicite

Question 2

what are the potential health effects of asbestos exposure?

Answer 2

Asbestosis and mesothelioma

Question 3

which sign indicates a mandatory action in a construction site?

Answer 3

blue circle with white symbol

Question 4

which of the following would result in a prohibition notice from an HSE inspector?

Answer 4

Risk of serious personal injury

Question 5

Asbestos used in:

Answer 5

Flues -Guttering -soffit boards -pipe insulation -Artex -Roof tiles -soil pipes -plaster coating -boiler gaskets -floor tiles - cold water cistens -corrugated roofing -heat proof material -ceiling tiles

Question 6

what sort of hazard might you come across?

Answer 6

Slipping hazards -Tripping hazards -lack of PPE -unsafe equipment - Manual handling -Working at heights -Vehicles moving -chemical/substance -Flame producing equipment

Question 7

What does HSE stand for?

Answer 7

health and safety executive

Question 8

Under HASAWA, who is responsible for health and safety at the workplace?

Answer 8

The employer and employees

Question 9

What is a method statement primarily used for?

Answer 9

Describing how work will be conducted safely

Question 10

Which type of asbestos is also known as white asbestos?

Answer 10

Chrysotile

Question 11

What is the recommended course of action if asbestos is suspected during a construction project?

Answer 11

Stop work and report it to a supervisor

Question 12

What is an HSE inspector’s legal right when visiting a construction site?

Answer 12

To enter without giving notice

Question 13

What is the consequence of failing to comply with a prohibition notice?

Answer 13

A fine up to £20,000 or six months imprisonment

Question 14

What is the first step in a risk assessment?

Answer 14

Identify the hazards

Question 15

Which of these is a common hazard on construction sites?

Answer 15

Tripping hazards

Question 16

According to the HSE, how many plumbers die weekly from asbestos-related diseases?

Answer 16

Four

Question 17

what does COSHH stand for?

Answer 17

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Question 18

what does (ACOPs) stand for?

Answer 18

Approved codes of practice

Question 19

hot work must not be carried out in a work location in which?

Answer 19

naked flame (e.g propane torches) must not be used

Question 20

A fire involving flammable gases is categprised as:

Answer 20

Class C

Question 21

when mechanical lifting situation such as the use of mechanical lifting devices are encountered during plumbing work activities, which one is regulation applies?

Answer 21

lifting operations and lifting equipment regulation 1998

Question 22

the health and safety executive states

Answer 22

all hand tools used for plumbing or construction work should be regularly inspected at least once a week

Question 23

regulation safety inspections should be recorded for

Answer 23

portable power equipment

Question 24

which can be checked for correct operation by pressing a button on the front of the devices

Answer 24

Residual current device

Question 25

Identify which of the following items must only be charged by a person holding the appropriate certificate?

Answer 25

An abrasive wheel on a bench grinder

Question 26

When working continuously with lead, which one of the following is likely to result where the appropriate precautions were not taken?

Answer 26

chronic illness

Question 27

Identify which one of the following groups in which all the substances are a possible source of airborne contamination and a potential danger to health?

Answer 27

Stagnant water - ABS cement - cement dust - Asbestos

Question 28

In which of the following situations may it be necessary to take air samples?

Answer 28

when working in a public sewer

Question 29

Identify which of the following waste materials can create toxic fumes when burnt.

Answer 29

Polystyrene packaging

Question 30

Which one of the following disused appliances is the disposal by tipping a controlled regulation?

Answer 30

Refrigerators

Question 31

It would be necessary to take measures to protect a customer’s stair carpets when

Answer 31

replacing a bathroom suite on the first floor

Question 32

You are about to clean rubble form the rainwater gutters on a semi detached two story property. Which of the following items of the customer’s property must be covered with protective sheeting?

Answer 32

Doors, window sills, drives and motor vehicles

Question 33

If a fire breaks out in a site store where LPG cylinders are stored, the first action to take is

Answer 33

set of any alarm or otherwise warn others to evacuate the building

Question 34

Your workmate has received an electric shock from a defective power drill. The power has been turned off. He is conscious. While waiting for an ambulance to drive what action should you take?

Answer 34

Place the casualty in the recovery position, keep him warm with a blanket and ask others to check there is a clear route for the ambulance personnel

Question 35

Identify which of following fire extinguisher types should not be used on a Class B fire

Answer 35

Water

Question 36

With regard to fire fighting equipment, which of the following should be available at a work site

Answer 36

At least one 3kg dry powder OR 2kg carbon dioxide fire extinguisher