CITB Test - Practice 13

1. What should you do if you are asked to use a new power tool but have not been trained to operate it?

2. What should you do if your permit to work in a confined space expires before you complete your task?

3. Which type of fire extinguisher should not be used on electrical fires?

4. What should employers regularly monitor when employees are working with hazardous substances?

5. What does it mean if you notice a layer of ice forming around the valve of a gas cylinder?

6. Which step can be skipped when entering a confined space that contains potentially hazardous materials?

7. Which safety sign indicates that a substance is toxic if swallowed or inhaled?

8. Which statement about working on a roof is correct?

9. How should hazardous waste be safely managed on a construction site?

10. What could happen to workers if safety warnings for handling hazardous substances are ignored?

11. When using a hazardous chemical, how much should a worker take from the storage area?

12. Which of the following is not a hazard when using a petrol-powered cut-off saw (disc cutter)?

13. When are site vehicles most likely to pose a risk to pedestrians?

14. How can you determine whether a special work permit is required for a particular task?

15. What is the safest action to take when passing near someone operating a forklift?

16. What action should you take if you begin to feel dizzy while working in a deep trench?

17. What is the most likely hazard when using an air-powered tool?

18. Who is responsible for carrying out pre-use inspections on ladders or equipment used for working at height?

19. If you are working on a flat roof, what is the most effective way to prevent falls over the edge?

20. Why is walking behind a reversing vehicle on a construction site considered dangerous?