CSCS Operatives Mock Test 08

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HS&E TEST

CSCS Operatives Test 8

1 / 50

Which of the following best describes an assembly point?

The location that staff should avoid in an incident

The place where an incident could be started

Where the employer issues personal protective equipment

A place to assemble in the event of emergency

2 / 50

What should you do if you see this label on a container or packaging?

Do not use it as the substance is poisonous

Use it sparingly as the substance is very expensive

Find out what protection you need as the substance is harmful!

Wear gloves and an apron as the substance can burn your skin

3 / 50

What is the recommended maximum voltage for electrical equipment on construction sites?

24 volts

110 volts

12 volts

230 volts

4 / 50

General site rules would not normally include information about which one of the following?

Near miss and accident reporting

Name and addresses of workers

Site induction procedures

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

5 / 50

What are the two most important reasons why waste should be segregated on site?

It is generally more cost effective to dispose of segregated waste

To make sure the labourer has enough work to do

So the wastes can be used or recycled more easily

The waste will take up less room in a skip

So the client can check what is being thrown away

6 / 50

What does a COSHH assessment cover?

Lifting heavy loads and how to protect yourself

Working safely in confined spaces

Hazardous substances and how to protect yourself when using them

The assessment of noise levels and how to protect your hearing

7 / 50

What is the main reason for understanding the fire and emergency procedures on site?

To know where the fire exits and assembly point are in an emergency

To stop anyone leaving site in an emergency

To help you to get time off work in an emergency

To know what tools and equipment can be used during an emergency

8 / 50

Which of the following statements about personal protective equipment is not true?

You must store it correctly when you are not using it

You must report any damage or loss to your supervisor

You must use it as instructed

You must pay for any damage or loss

9 / 50

Which one of the following statements about asbestos is true?

Asbestos fibres only cause health problems for smokers

Asbestos in buildings must always be removed regardless of condition

Asbestos fibres are most likely to enter the body through the skin

Asbestos fibres are most likely to enter the body through inhalation

10 / 50

If you have to move a load while you are sitting down, how much can you lift safely?

The usual amount

Less than the usual amount

Three times the usual amount

Twice the usual amount

11 / 50

Engine driven equipment is being used in a deep excavation. Which of the following should be in place?

Additional excavation covers

A vehicle marshal

Gas monitoring alarms

Additional stop blocks

12 / 50

Which emergency procedures should be explained in the site induction? Give three answers.

Where to go if the fire alarm is activated

How to raise the alarm in case of an emergency

How to avoid leaving site in case it's a false alarm

Where to go to leave valuables in an emergency

What to do if someone is injured on site

13 / 50

Why is it bad practice to store heavy materials underneath a tree?

Mould could grow on the stored materials

The tree branches could get damaged

Materials are not protected from the tree sap

Compaction of the soil could damage the tree roots

14 / 50

When must an accident be recorded?

Only when an accident causes damage to plant or equipment

Only when a person breaks a major bone or is concussed

Only when a person is injured and will be off work for three days or more

Only when an accident causes injury to a worker as a result of working activities

15 / 50

At what intervals should fall-arrest equipment be inspected?

Annually

Every time, before use

Monthly

Every time, after use

16 / 50

What should you do if you need to refuel a petrol-driven saw, but the container is missing its nozzle?

Try to make a dispensing nozzle yourself

Pour the petrol and wipe up any spillages

Pour as quickly as possible

Find the correct dispensing nozzle

17 / 50

Why should you not use white spirit or other solvents to clean your hands?

They could block the pores of the skin

They will remove several layers of skin

They could strip the protective oils from the skin

They could carry harmful bacteria that attack the skin

18 / 50

A particle filter is suitable for use in which one of the following situations?

Presence of vapours

Presence of gases

When dust and fibres are in the air

An oxygen-deficient atmosphere

19 / 50

If a power tool being used on site needs refuelling several times a day, where should the fuel be stored?

Outside the perimeter of the site

In a site vehicle

In the designated fuel store

Close to the tool

20 / 50

What two things should you do if you need to run an electrical cable across an area used by vehicles?

Cover the cable with scaffold boards

Run the cable at head height

Put up a sign that says 'Ramp ahead'

Cover the cable with a protective ramp

Wrap the cable in yellow tape so that drivers can see it

21 / 50

Why is it the employer's legal responsibility to discuss matters of health and safety with employees?

So that employees will never have to attend any other health and safety training

So that employees are informed of things that will protect their health and safety

So that your employer will not have any legal responsibility for employees' health and safety

So that employees do not have any responsibilities for health and safety

22 / 50

What are blue and white signs?

Safe condition signs - giving you information

Warning signs - alerting you to hazards or danger

Prohibition signs - meaning you must not do something

Mandatory signs - meaning you must do something

23 / 50

Which one of the statements about storing materials on a working platform is correct?

Materials do not need to be secured if they are going to be there for less than an hour

Materials can be stored unsecured but they must be above guard-rail height

Materials can be stored anywhere, even if they pose a trip hazard or block the walkway

Materials must be stored so they can't fall and the platform must be able to take their weight

24 / 50

What are the two conditions for being able to operate plant on site?

You must hold a full, UK driving licence

You must be trained and competent

You must be over 21 years old

You must hold a British passport

You must be authorised

25 / 50

What potential disease is this worker unprotected from?

Nasal cancer

Skin cancer

Dermatitis

Tetanus

26 / 50

Which of the following is the correct order of signs with their categories?

A - C - B - D

A - C - D - B

B - C - D - A

B - C - A - D

27 / 50

You are less likely to suffer from hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) if you feel which one of the following?

Wet but warm

Warm and dry

Cold but dry

Cold and wet

28 / 50

What is a potential negative effect of working shift work?

Lower wages

Productivity increase

Worker fatigue

Effective teamwork

29 / 50

In order to reduce the risk of accidents, which one of the following should be avoided when driving vehicle on site?

Reverse without the use of a vehicle marshaller

Drive-through loading and unloading areas

Implement a one-way system around the site

Use designated turning areas

30 / 50

This label is shown on the container of a liquid that a worker is using on site. What does it mean?

It will only cause death to fish

It could cause a drought

It is harmful to the environment

It can be used to feed plants and fish

31 / 50

A scaffold guard-rail must be removed to allow you to carry out a task. If you are not a scaffolder, can you remove the guard-rail?

Yes, if you put it back as soon as you have finished

No, only a scaffolder can remove the guard-rail but you can put it back

Yes, if you put it back before you leave the site

No, only a scaffolder can remove the guard-rail and put it back

32 / 50

Which of the following is the correct order of signs with their categories?

B - C - A - D

B - C - D - A

A - C - D - B

A - C - B - D

33 / 50

Which of the following can have symptoms of lack of concentration, anger and problems with sleeping?

Stress

Repetitive strain injury

Overeating

Sight loss

34 / 50

Who should complete pre-use checks on ladders or other equipment used for working at height?

The worker using the equipment

The supervisor

The employer

The site manager

35 / 50

Will all types of gloves protect your hands against chemicals?

Only if you cover the gloves with barrier cream

No, different gloves protect against different types of hazard

Only if you put barrier cream on your hands first

Yes, all gloves are made to the same standard

36 / 50

What is the main reason for using lifting aids when undertaking a manual handling activity?

They help reduce the risk of personal injury

They are expensive and should be used

Training is not required to use them

Any load can be lifted when using them

37 / 50

Fatigue may be a result of what?

Working long hours

Good sleeping patterns

A healthy diet

Good work/life balance

38 / 50

Which of the following is a way of ensuring that a slinger or signaller is trained and competent?

By having them swear an affidavit

By making a handshake agreement

By trusting them when they say they are

By asking for evidence to be produced

39 / 50

What are the two main functions of the guards on cutting and grinding machines?

To stop fragments flying into the air

To stop you coming into contact with the blade or wheel

To balance the machine

To stop materials getting onto the blade or wheel

To give you a firm handhold

40 / 50

If someone is in contact with a live cable, what should you do first?

Isolate the power and call for help

Pull them away from the cable

Dial 999 and ask for an ambulance

Phone the electricity company

41 / 50

To ensure the public is not put at risk from falling materials for the duration of work, what may be necessary?

Pavement closure or diversion

Giving the public hard hats

Giving the public hi-vis clothing

Making pedestrians use the road

42 / 50

If there are blind spots while using plant but work needs to continue, what actions should be taken?

Work with a slinger

Request the plant be fitted with CCTV cameras

Use a vehicle marshal for this type of work

Use the existing mirrors on the plant

43 / 50

What colour is a 110 volt power cable and connector?

Black

Yellow

Blue

Red

44 / 50

A fragile roof needs to be repaired. Which of the following would be regarded as the safest method?

Workers working on the roof wearing safety boots and helmets

Workers work from underneath using ladders and ropes for anchoring

Workers work from underneath using a mobile elevating working platform (MEWP)

Workers access the roof by walking as close as possible to the underlying roof supports.

45 / 50

The quickest way to your work area is through a contractor's vehicle compound. Which way should you go?

Straight through the compound if no-one is looking

Straight through the compound if no vehicles appear to be moving

Around the compound if vehicles are moving

Around the compound every time

46 / 50

A worker creates offcuts on site. Who is responsible for clearing them away?

The foreman

The site manager

The worker

The supervisor

47 / 50

When a worker is fatigued, what could happen?

They are more likely to resign from their job

They are able to work with increased accuracy

They will be more likely to have an accident at work

They will be able to work faster and be more productive

48 / 50

What should you do if you drop your safety helmet from a height onto a hard surface?

Repair any cracks and then carry on wearing it

Make sure there are no cracks and then carry on wearing it

Stop work until you can get a new one

Work without it until you can get a new one

49 / 50

Pigeon droppings and nests are found in an area where you are required to work. What should you do?

Try to catch the pigeons so you can move them out of the way

Carry on with your work carefully, so you don't disturb them

Wait for the pigeons to fly away before carrying on with your work

Stop work, do not touch anything, and seek advice

50 / 50

For the use of respiratory protective equipment (RPE), why is face-fit testing important?

It ensures that the equipment will operate effectively

It means the equipment will need less maintenance

To eliminate all accidents in the workplace

To check that the colour matches work uniforms

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