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1. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations, what actions should be taken if an employee is exposed to a hazardous chemical substance on-site?

The employee should report the incident to their supervisor and seek medical attention if necessary.

The employer must report the incident under COSHH within 24 hours of the exposure occurring.

The employer must report under COSHH if the employee is unable to work for over three days.

The employee should record the incident in the site accident book and inform their colleagues.

2. What does the issuance of a prohibition notice for the entire premises indicate?

The site is under renovation for compliance upgrades.

The site has been granted additional resources for expansion.

The site is commended for its safety standards.

The site must be vacated immediately due to safety hazards.

3. What is the primary cause of long-term health issues in the construction industry?

Being struck by a vehicle

Breathing in hazardous dust and fumes

Slipping and tripping

Exposure to loud noise

4. What is the best method to minimize exposure to dust when using a power tool?

Use the tool during wet weather

Stop dust getting into the air

Do the work quickly

Stand downwind of any dust

5. What does it mean when a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector issues an improvement notice following an inspection of your work?

Your work remains consistent since the last inspection.

Your work standards need enhancement.

Your work is being executed in a hazardous manner.

Your work pace is commendable.

6. Why is it crucial for workers to understand the fire and emergency procedures on-site?

To facilitate obtaining time off work in an emergency situation.

To determine the permissible tools and equipment for use during an emergency.

To be aware of the locations of fire exits and assembly points during an emergency.

To prevent anyone from leaving the site during an emergency.

7. If you discover that a design detail cannot be constructed as per the plans, what steps should you take?

Stay silent as it would result in additional workload for you.

Implement changes only after receiving written approval.

Report the issue to your supervisor before commencing work.

Omit that specific detail entirely.

8. How is the term ‘hazard’ defined in a workplace health and safety context?

Anything that could cause harm

A type of removable barrier or machine guard

The likelihood of something happening

The construction site accident rate

9. If a hazardous incident occurs due to inadequate sealing of a gasway, which form should the responsible person complete?

F2515G2

F2517G1

F2511

F2516A

10. If you witness an accident on-site and are scheduled for an interview with an HSE inspector, what should be your next course of action?

Refrain from disclosing any details and redirect the inspector to communicate solely with your supervisor.

Act in cooperation and provide the inspector with an accurate account of the incident you observed.

Consult other colleagues to determine what information should be shared with the inspector.

Seek guidance from your supervisor regarding the information to share with the inspector.

11. What is the first thing workers should do upon arriving at a construction site?

Enter the site through the most accessible route and begin working.

Ensure that the site team is aware of their presence.

Retrieve their tools from the storage and commence work.

Conduct a site inspection to review the previous day’s work.

12. If you are asked to perform work that will generate dust, what should you do to mitigate risks?

You should not do the work because dust is highly dangerous.

Work for short periods at a time. Regular breaks will reduce the amount of dust you breathe in.

Start the work. No controls are needed as dust cannot cause serious harm or injury.

Use equipment to eliminate or reduce the dust and wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE).

13. What specific form must be submitted to the enforcing authority for reporting a reportable occupational illness or disease?

Form 2515

Form 2505A

Form 2515B

Form 2505

14. What could be the consequences if a worker fails to report a near miss?

The employee could face a significant fine.

The site manager will be terminated immediately.

The near miss could escalate into a severe accident in the future.

The company might face closure due to negligence.

15. If your employer fails to prevent accidents and ensure health and safety at work, what are two possible outcomes for you?

You might experience an injury that impacts your health and overall well-being.

All of the options

You may need more training to work on-site.

None of the options

16. What immediate hazards might pedestrians face if a petrol cut-off saw (disc cutter) is used near them to cut concrete blocks?

None of the options

Plastic straws

Harmful dust

An electric shock

17. Which occupational diseases are exempt from reporting under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 2013?

Asbestosis

Work-related upper limb disorders (WRULD)

Work-related dermatitis

Repetitive strain injury (RSI)

18. Where on-site are you most likely to be exposed to high levels of dust when drilling, cutting, sanding, or grinding?

Inside a large space

Outside on a still day

Inside a small room

Outside on a windy day

19. Why is it a legal obligation for employers to communicate health and safety matters with employees?

To absolve the employer from any legal responsibility for the health and safety of employees.

To relieve employees of any health and safety responsibilities.

To exempt employees from attending further health and safety training.

To inform employees about measures that safeguard their health and safety.

20. Which role is responsible for overseeing health and safety on a construction site?

Building inspector

Contracts manager

Site manager

Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

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