CITB Demolition Mock Test - 2

1. What do the letters “SWL” stand for?

2. Which of the following does NOT contribute to ensuring good health and safety standards on a demolition project?

3. Who is authorized to carry out demolition work?

4. Which item of personal protective equipment (PPE) provides the lowest level of protection in dusty conditions?

5. What should a contractor do if unlabelled drums or containers are discovered on-site?

6. Which type of fire extinguisher should not be used in confined spaces?

7. Who should a demolition contractor appoint first before starting demolition operations?

8. What action should a contractor take if underground services not previously identified are discovered?

9. Which statement is true regarding the safe working load (SWL) of equipment?

10. What should be the first priority when asbestos materials are suspected in a building slated for demolition?

11. Who should a demolition contractor consult if there are concerns about a building’s stability?

12. What precautions should be taken after exposure to lead before eating or drinking?

13. What markings should be present on all lifting accessories?

14. Who should be the first person a demolition contractor appoints before beginning demolition operations?

15. What is the safest method for hand-demolishing brick or internal walls?

16. What safety devices should be installed between the pipes and gauges of oxy-propane cutting equipment?

17. What should the contractor do if a wire rope sling is found to be defective?

18. What safety feature does FOPS provide on mobile plant machinery?

19. What is the most common source of high lead levels in demolition workers?

20. What type of survey is required to identify asbestos before demolition begins?