Health and Safety

Question 1

What are the potential health effects of asbestos exposure

Answer 1

Asbestosis and mesothelioma

Question 2

Which sign indicates a mandatory action in a construction site

Answer 2

Blue Circle with a White Symbol

Question 3

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

Answer 3

To enter without giving notice

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

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

Answer 5

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

Question 6

What does COSHH stand for?

Answer 6

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Question 7

When working with asbestos, which material is least likely to contain it?

Answer 7

Wooden frames

Question 8

What is the maximum fine for non-compliance with a court remedy order under health and safety laws?

Answer 8

£20,000

Question 9

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

Answer 9

Four

Question 10

How many Plumbers die every week of asbestos?

Answer 10

Four per week

Question 11

How many electricians die per week of asbestos?

Answer 11

six Electricians Die weekly of asbestos

Question 12

why is it a good idea to report it if you find asbestos?

Answer 12

because its can course a deadly disease which could kill you in your later life

Question 13

why was asbestos added to substances

Answer 13

Heat/Flame Proof Properties / Insulating Properties Strengthening Properties

Question 14

what implications of asbestos can it Course

Answer 14

Scarring of the lungs known of asbestosis / Lung cancer known
as mesothelioma

Question 15

What are the 3 Main types of asbestos

Answer 15

Chrysolite = White
Amosite = Brown
Crocidolite = Blue

Question 16

when can asbestos used in?

Answer 16

Flues
Guttering
Soffit Boards
Pipe Insulation
Artex
Roof tiles
soil pipes

Plaster Coatings
Boiler gaskets
floor tiles
cold water cisterns
Corrugated roofing
Heat proof material
Ceiling tiles

Question 17

what can asbestos be used in like mixed with?

Answer 17

it can be mixed with other materials, like cement which it harder to recognise.

Question 18

why should you take care when working in old buildings before Year 2000

Answer 18

because they could still be present to asbestos.

Question 19

what can asbestos course as a Risk.

Answer 19

they can course Widespread scarring of the lungs
Mesothelioma = A form of lung cancer

Question 20

how long can asbestos be in your system and damage your body

Answer 20

it can remain dormant in your body for 20 Years before the illness gets worser which can end in death.

Question 21

A fire involving flammable gases is categorised as?

Answer 21

Class C

Question 22

When mechanical lifting situations such as the use of mechanical lifting devices are encountered during plumbing work activities, which one of the following regulations applies?

Answer 22

Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

Question 23

The Health and Safety Executive states

Answer 23

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

Question 24

Regular safety inspections should be recorded for

Answer 24

portable power equipment

Question 25

Which one of the following can be checked for correct operation by pressing a button on the front of the device

Answer 25

Residual current device

Question 26

Identify which of the following apply to persons under 18 years of age

Answer 26

not permitted to use any cartridge operated fixing device

Question 27

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

Answer 27

An abrasive wheel on a bench grinder

Question 28

It is necessary to regulate the draw-off rate of gas from an LPG cylinder because

Answer 28

too high a rate of draw off can cause control valves to become frozen

Question 29

If toilet cleaning materials were added to a system that is being cleaned and disinfected

Answer 29

hazardous fumes could be produced

Question 30

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

Answer 30

chronic illness

Question 31

When working continuously in a situation where asbestos is present, which of the following is likely to result?

Answer 31

Chronic Illness

Question 32

Extinguisher identification. What is the extinguisher shown filled in with?

Answer 32

Dry powder

Question 33

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

Answer 33

when working in a public sewer

Question 34

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

Answer 34

Refrigerators

Question 35

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

Answer 35

replacing a bathroom suite on the first floor

Question 36

When carrying out work on a private dwelling, it is necessary to liaise with your customer….

Answer 36

When carrying out work on a private dwelling, it is necessary to liaise with your customer….

Question 37

Working in an environment where dry stone is in the air could result in…..

Answer 37

Silicosis

Question 38

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

Answer 38

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

Question 39

A fire whose source is solid fuel is classed as

Answer 39

Class A

Question 40

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

Answer 40

Water

Question 41

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

Answer 41

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