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Q1)When working underground, how quickly should you be able to get to your self-rescue set?

A) It must be immediately available
B) It must be within one minute's walking distance
C) It must be within three minutes' walking distance
D) It must be within two minutes' walking distance

Correct Answer: A) It must be immediately available

Q2)In the event of an emergency, who will use the information displayed on a tally board?

A) Environmental Health
B) The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
C) The crane operator
D) The rescue services

Correct Answer: D) The rescue services

Q3)If oxygen levels are dropping, at what point would the atmosphere be classed as oxygen deficient?

A) 18%
B) 19%
C) 20%
D) 21%

Correct Answer: B) 19%

Q4)Which of the following is a reliable way to detect carbon monoxide and methane gas?

A) They both have a distinctive bad egg smell
B) With a calibrated gas detector
C) With a dosimeter
D) With your eyes, as you can see the gases in the mist

Correct Answer: B) With a calibrated gas detector

Q5)How could hydrogen sulphide affect those working in a tunnel?

A) It can cause a mist making it difficult to see
B) It can cause respiratory paralysis, stopping you from breathing
C) It can leave a yellow dust which can irritate the skin
D) It can make it noisier and therefore harder for you to hear

Correct Answer: B) It can cause respiratory paralysis, stopping you from breathing

Q6)How would you know if the ventilation system stops working?

A) An audible alarm would sound
B) You would be informed as part of your induction
C) You would be told at the daily start of shift briefing
D) Your supervisor would inform you

Correct Answer: A) An audible alarm would sound

Q7)When workers use respiratory protective equipment (RPE), they should have a face fit test. Why is this?

A) To ensure the selected mask is the correct colour
B) To ensure the mask fits and functions correctly
C) To ensure the mask looks right
D) To make sure that the mask fits the budget

Correct Answer: B) To ensure the mask fits and functions correctly

Q8)Which one of the following is the most serious consequence of regularly breathing in construction dust?

A) Collapsed lung
B) Getting asthma
C) Having to take time off work
D) Life-shortening illness

Correct Answer: D) Life-shortening illness

Q9)Which of the following can be prevented by wearing respiratory protective equipment (RPE)?

A) Absorbing harmful radiation
B) Absorbing hazardous substances
C) Inhaling dusts and fumes
D) Injecting hazardous liquids

Correct Answer: C) Inhaling dusts and fumes

Q10)How is occupational asthma commonly caused?

A) Excessive manual handling
B) Inhaling construction dust
C) Working alone
D) Working overtime

Correct Answer: B) Inhaling construction dust

Q11)Which of the following statements is true about respiratory protective equipment (RPE)?

A) It is a one size fits all piece of equipment
B) It will always cause facial bruising to the wearer
C) It will only be effective if it fits the wearer's face
D) It will only be effective if the equipment can be loosened

Correct Answer: C) It will only be effective if it fits the wearer's face

Q12)The inhalation of construction dust can result in which one of these diseases?

A) Leprosy
B) Silicosis
C) Swine flu
D) Tonsillitis

Correct Answer: B) Silicosis

Q13)When fumes are present, which is the most dangerous area to work in?

A) A confined space
B) An open space
C) In a wooden building
D) On site outside

Correct Answer: A) A confined space

Q14)What illness are you most likely to develop if you breathe in dust and fumes over long periods of time?

A) Laryngitis
B) Occupational dermatitis
C) Occupational lung disease
D) Skin cancer

Correct Answer: C) Occupational lung disease

Q15)What system is a method of dust control?

A) Damp extraction system
B) Ducted heating system
C) Humidifying system
D) On-tool extraction system

Correct Answer: D) On-tool extraction system

Q16)The Use Of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Is Most Likely Required In Which Environment?

A) Where heavy manual labour is required
B) Where there is dust or fumes
C) Where there is excessive heat
D) Where work at height is being carried out

Correct Answer: B) Where there is dust or fumes

Q17)Which Of The Following Best Describes Carbon Monoxide?

A) A gas similar to methane
B) Another name for oxygen
C) Colourless, odourless, poisonous gas
D) Odourless, harmless gas

Correct Answer: C) Colourless, odourless, poisonous gas

Q18)What Can Wearing Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Prevent Workers From?

A) Breaking bones
B) Breathing in dusts and fumes
C) Noise pollution
D) Vertigo when working at height

Correct Answer: B) Breathing in dusts and fumes

Q19)Breathing In Dust While Using A Cutting Disc To Cut Through Concrete Could Result In Which Of The Following Diseases?

A) Asbestosis
B) Legionnaires
C) Leptospirosis
D) Silicosis

Correct Answer: D) Silicosis

Q20)Why Is It Essential To Be Fully Trained Before Using A Cartridge-Operated Tool?

A) They are heavy and could cause manual handling injuries
B) They can cause dermatitis when used for long periods
C) They have exposed electrical parts
D) They operate like a gun and can be dangerous in inexperienced hands

Correct Answer: D) They operate like a gun and can be dangerous in inexperienced hands

Q21)Where Is The Best Place For A Portable Residual Current Device (RCD) To Be Fitted?

A) Anywhere in the 230 volt supply to the building
B) Between the plug of a 230 volt tool and the supply socket
C) Inside the main transformer
D) Near to the main fuse box

Correct Answer: B) Between the plug of a 230 volt tool and the supply socket

Q22)What Colour Is A 110 Volt Power Cable And Connector?

A) Black
B) Blue
C) Red
D) Yellow

Correct Answer: D) Yellow

Q23)Which Requirement Must Be Met Before Operating A Power Tool?

A) You must be over 18 years old
B) You must be trained and competent
C) You must have a gold CSCS card
D) You must only operate it when your supervisor is present

Correct Answer: B) You must be trained and competent

Q24)Residual Current Devices (RCDs) Should Have A Mechanical (Trip) Test At Which Intervals?

A) Before each use
B) Daily
C) If not used for week or more
D) Monthly

Correct Answer: A) Before each use

Q25)How Do Residual Current Devices (RCDs) Work?

A) By cutting power quickly if there is a fault
B) By showing a flashing light
C) By storing electric charge
D) Giving an audible warning

Correct Answer: A) By cutting power quickly if there is a fault

Q26)What Is The Recommended Maximum Voltage For Electrical Equipment On Construction Sites?

A) 110 volts
B) 12 volts
C) 230 volts
D) 24 volts

Correct Answer: A) 110 volts

Q27)What Is A Good Way Of Reducing Energy Use When Running Heating Or Cooling Systems Needed For Site Accommodation?

A) Keeping windows and doors closed
B) Not using any heating or cooling systems
C) Opening all doors and windows
D) Running equipment on maximum effort

Correct Answer: A) Keeping windows and doors closed

Q28)What Is The Primary Use For A Spill Kit?

A) For first-aid purposes
B) For general worker safety
C) To clean-up chemicals
D) To demonstrate clean-up procedures

Correct Answer: C) To clean-up chemicals

Q29)Saving Energy And Water, By Turning Off Plant, Equipment And Taps When Not In Use, Is Whose Responsibility?

A) Everyone on site
B) The environmental health provider
C) The oldest apprentice
D) The site manager

Correct Answer: A) Everyone on site

Q30)Why Should Construction Materials Be Recycled?

A) Because skips are expensive
B) To avoid waste going to landfill
C) To prevent excessive hazardous waste
D) To save the company money

Correct Answer: B) To avoid waste going to landfill

Q31)When a historic building has been protected by law, what is it known as?

A) Heritage
B) Listed
C) Registered
D) Trusted

Correct Answer: B) Listed

Q32)Following what kind of risk assessment is the best way to prevent pollution on a construction site?

A) Environmental
B) Health and safety
C) Maintenance
D) Workplace

Correct Answer: A) Environmental

Q33)What does it mean when a building has been issued with listed status?

A) An entrance fee must be charged to visitors
B) It should not be entered as it is hazardous
C) Permission is needed to make any changes
D) The council must pay for the project

Correct Answer: C) Permission is needed to make any changes

Q34)Do you have any responsibility for minimizing the amount of waste created?

A) No, it is the responsibility of site management
B) Only during the site clean up at the end of the project
C) Only if you are told to do so during your site induction
D) Yes, everyone on site has a responsibility to do this

Correct Answer: D) Yes, everyone on site has a responsibility to do this

Q35)What is the best course of action to take if a buried cable is hit and damaged when digging?

A) Dig around the cable or dig somewhere else
B) Do not touch the cable, stop work and report it
C) Move the cable out of the way and carry on digging
D) Wait 10 seconds and then move the cable out of the way

Correct Answer: B) Do not touch the cable, stop work and report it

Q36)What must happen before each shift starts when working in an excavation?

A) A competent person must inspect the excavation
B) A supervisor should stay in the excavation for the first hour
C) A supervisor should watch from the top for the first hour
D) Someone must go in and sniff the air to see if it is safe

Correct Answer: A) A competent person must inspect the excavation

Q37)What should you do if you have to work in a confined space but there is no rescue plan?

A) Assume that a rescue team or plan is not necessary and do the job
B) Carry out the job in short spells
C) Do not enter until a rescue plan is in place
D) Get someone to stand at the opening with a rope

Correct Answer: C) Do not enter until a rescue plan is in place

Q38)Work in a confined space usually needs a risk assessment, a method statement, and what other safety document?

A) A company health and safety policy
B) A permit to enter
C) A written contract for the work
D) An up-to-date staff handbook

Correct Answer: B) A permit to enter

Q39)At what point should excavations be inspected?

A) At the beginning and end of every weekday
B) At the start of each shift, or after events that might affect stability
C) Immediately after reaching maximum depth and once a week after this
D) Only if there is spare time to do so

Correct Answer: B) At the start of each shift, or after events that might affect stability

Q40)Identify which of the following is best suited for accessing an excavation

A) A cherry picker
B) A harness and pulley
C) A secured ladder
D) A step ladder

Correct Answer: C) A secured ladder

Q41)What should you do if you are in a confined space when the gas alarm sounds?

A) Carry on working but do not use electrical tools
B) Carry on working but take plenty of breaks in the fresh air
C) Get out of the confined space immediately
D) Switch off the alarm

Correct Answer: C) Get out of the confined space immediately

Q42)Which of these is the most accurate way to confirm the exact location of buried services?

A) Architect drawings
B) Cable plans
C) Survey drawings
D) Trial holes

Correct Answer: D) Trial holes

Q43)Which of these statements, with reference to emergency procedures, is correct?

A) They should not be changed without notice
B) They should not be clear and easily understandable
C) They should not be discussed with the workforce
D) They should not be updated and checked

Correct Answer: A) They should not be changed without notice

Q44)When should emergency procedures be put in place?

A) After the completion of the work
B) Annually
C) At the beginning of each month
D) Before any work begins

Correct Answer: D) Before any work begins