Health and safety

Question 1

Hot work must not be carried out in a work location in which

Answer 1

Naked flames( e.g propane torches)must not be used

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Residual current device

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Not permitted to use any cartridge operated fixing device

Question 4

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

Answer 4

An abrasive wheel on bench grinder

Question 5

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

Answer 5

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

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Chronic illness

Question 7

The control of substances hazardous to health regulations state

Answer 7

Persons using materials hazardous to health must be provided with proper information, instructions and training

Question 8

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 8

Stagnant water - ABS cement - cement dust - Asbestos

Question 9

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

Answer 9

when working in a public sewer

Question 10

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

Answer 10

Polystyrene packaging

Question 11

Which one of the following materials is the disposal by tipping controlled by legislation?

Answer 11

Asbestos

Question 12

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 12

Doors, window sills, drives and motor vehicles

Question 13

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

Answer 13

to agree work start and finish times

Question 14

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

Answer 14

Silicosis

Question 15

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

Answer 15

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

Question 16

A fire has broken out in the boiler room of a school and there are no obvious causalities. Which of the following emergency services should be called?

Answer 16

Fire service only

Question 17

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 17

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 18

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

Answer 18

Water

Question 19

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

Answer 19

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

Question 20

The recommended safe voltage for temporary lighting on a site is

Answer 20

110v

Question 21

When a ladder is used to access a roof or a working platform, it must extend above the access point by at least

Answer 21

1m or 4 rungs

Question 22

Excavations should be inspected by a competent person

Answer 22

At the beginning of every shift

Question 23

Plumbers should always wear clear goggles when

Answer 23

Using high pressure water jets to clean drainage pipes

Question 24

The Workplace Regulations state that a reasonable temperature for carrying out manual work is

Answer 24

13degrees

Question 25

A Health and Safety Policy Statement outlining on site policies and safety procedures must be produced when a company employs more than

Answer 25

5 or more employees

Question 26

If household toilet cleaner comes into contact with bleach it can produce

Answer 26

Sulphur dioxide

Question 27

An active flux is

Answer 27

Flammable

Question 28

A plumber’s first action upon discovering a gas leak while working in a domestic property should be to

Answer 28

Evacuate everyone from the area