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What is the legal requirement for reporting a minor accident at work?
What is the legal requirement for reporting a minor accident at work?
- You, if possible (correct)
- Anyone who saw the accident
- So that your company will be held responsible
- The sub-contractor
If you have a minor accident at work, why should it be reported?
If you have a minor accident at work, why should it be reported?
- So that your company will be held responsible
- It helps the site find out who caused it (correct)
- The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
- So that everyone can find out what happened
When should you report an injury from an accident at work?
When should you report an injury from an accident at work?
- After informing your family first
- When you feel like it
- Immediately after the accident occurs (correct)
- Only if you are seriously injured
Who must you report a serious accident at work to?
Who must you report a serious accident at work to?
What is the role of the emergency services in an accident at work?
What is the role of the emergency services in an accident at work?
What should be the immediate action taken if you witness a serious accident on site?
What should be the immediate action taken if you witness a serious accident on site?
Which statement best describes a near miss?
Which statement best describes a near miss?
What is the main objective of carrying out an accident investigation?
What is the main objective of carrying out an accident investigation?
While working on site, if you cut one of your fingers, what should you do?
While working on site, if you cut one of your fingers, what should you do?
If a scaffold has collapsed and you witnessed it, what should you say when asked about the accident?
If a scaffold has collapsed and you witnessed it, what should you say when asked about the accident?
What information should you have on hand to book a test?
What information should you have on hand to book a test?
Which languages are available for a voiceover when booking an operatives test?
Which languages are available for a voiceover when booking an operatives test?
What type of assistance can be provided for specialist tests?
What type of assistance can be provided for specialist tests?
Which information is NOT necessary to have when booking a test?
Which information is NOT necessary to have when booking a test?
What can you do if you do not receive a confirmation email or letter within the specified time?
What can you do if you do not receive a confirmation email or letter within the specified time?
For which type of tests can you book a voiceover in British Sign Language?
For which type of tests can you book a voiceover in British Sign Language?
Why is it important to adapt work to the individual?
Why is it important to adapt work to the individual?
What is the main purpose of health surveillance arrangements in the workplace?
What is the main purpose of health surveillance arrangements in the workplace?
In the context of minimizing risk and exposure, what is the best approach if avoiding risk altogether is not possible?
In the context of minimizing risk and exposure, what is the best approach if avoiding risk altogether is not possible?
Why is it important to identify hazards in the workplace?
Why is it important to identify hazards in the workplace?
What does the term 'risk' mean in the context of a risk assessment?
What does the term 'risk' mean in the context of a risk assessment?
If a scaffold is found to be incomplete, what action should the supervisor take?
If a scaffold is found to be incomplete, what action should the supervisor take?
What are the two main things needed to carry out a COSHH assessment for a new substance?
What are the two main things needed to carry out a COSHH assessment for a new substance?
On the site electrical distribution system, which color plug indicates a 400 volt supply?
On the site electrical distribution system, which color plug indicates a 400 volt supply?
What voltage does a blue plug represent in the color coding of electrical power supplies on site?
What voltage does a blue plug represent in the color coding of electrical power supplies on site?
Why must a residual current device (RCD) be used in conjunction with 230 volt electrical equipment?
Why must a residual current device (RCD) be used in conjunction with 230 volt electrical equipment?
Where should an emergency escape route take you to?
Where should an emergency escape route take you to?
How long should Compressor C be operational for after the inspection has been carried out?
How long should Compressor C be operational for after the inspection has been carried out?
What legal duties does the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 outline for employers and employees?
What legal duties does the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 outline for employers and employees?
What action should supervisors take if a scaffold is found to be incomplete?
What action should supervisors take if a scaffold is found to be incomplete?
What is the responsibility of everyone on a construction site towards neighbors and members of the public?
What is the responsibility of everyone on a construction site towards neighbors and members of the public?
What is the main purpose of having clean welfare facilities on a construction site?
What is the main purpose of having clean welfare facilities on a construction site?
What should workers be provided with regarding hazards and risks at work?
What should workers be provided with regarding hazards and risks at work?
What should employers provide to workers according to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?
What should employers provide to workers according to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?
Why is it essential for visitors and workers to be given a site induction?
Why is it essential for visitors and workers to be given a site induction?
What should employees do in terms of a safe system of work agreed with the employer?
What should employees do in terms of a safe system of work agreed with the employer?
Which type of worker is specifically mentioned as being safe assuming no ill effects from dust exposure?
Which type of worker is specifically mentioned as being safe assuming no ill effects from dust exposure?
What immediate health effect is NOT associated with exposure to paints and resins with high solvent levels?
What immediate health effect is NOT associated with exposure to paints and resins with high solvent levels?
In the context of using engine-driven equipment in a deep excavation, what safety measure should be in place?
In the context of using engine-driven equipment in a deep excavation, what safety measure should be in place?
Where is Asbestosis directly associated with causing health issues?
Where is Asbestosis directly associated with causing health issues?
What is a likely cause of occupational asthma based on the text provided?
What is a likely cause of occupational asthma based on the text provided?
Which type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is most suited to protect against harmful vapors affecting the lungs?
Which type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is most suited to protect against harmful vapors affecting the lungs?
How can a drag and drop question be answered?
How can a drag and drop question be answered?
Who develops the question bank for the health, safety, and environment test?
Who develops the question bank for the health, safety, and environment test?
What does a hot spot question require you to do?
What does a hot spot question require you to do?
How does CITB ensure the relevance of the test content?
How does CITB ensure the relevance of the test content?
What effort does CITB make regarding changes in legislation and best practices?
What effort does CITB make regarding changes in legislation and best practices?
What happens if questions are no longer current for the health, safety, and environment test?
What happens if questions are no longer current for the health, safety, and environment test?
What is the main purpose of hot area questions?
What is the main purpose of hot area questions?
Who works closely with industry to ensure that the content of the test is relevant?
Who works closely with industry to ensure that the content of the test is relevant?
Which hazardous substance should be identified when working through a construction health and safety checklist?
Which hazardous substance should be identified when working through a construction health and safety checklist?
What action should be taken if a worker experiences feeling ill with certain substances?
What action should be taken if a worker experiences feeling ill with certain substances?
What could place a worker at the greatest risk of lead poisoning without control measures?
What could place a worker at the greatest risk of lead poisoning without control measures?
If control measures were not implemented, which combination of substances would pose a significant risk in the workplace?
If control measures were not implemented, which combination of substances would pose a significant risk in the workplace?
What should be done if an incident occurs while working with hazardous substances?
What should be done if an incident occurs while working with hazardous substances?
What action should be taken if a new piece of plant has been installed but not yet commissioned?
What action should be taken if a new piece of plant has been installed but not yet commissioned?
Which activity is crucial to prevent lead poisoning while working on a construction site?
Which activity is crucial to prevent lead poisoning while working on a construction site?
Who is authorized to install natural gas pipework?
Who is authorized to install natural gas pipework?
What action should be taken regarding incidents involving hazardous substances?
What action should be taken regarding incidents involving hazardous substances?
During pressure testing on pipework or vessels, who should carry out the testing?
During pressure testing on pipework or vessels, who should carry out the testing?
If you find a colored wire sticking out of an electrical plug, what is the correct action to take?
If you find a colored wire sticking out of an electrical plug, what is the correct action to take?
When working on your own and tracing pipework in a building, what should you do if the pipes enter a service duct?
When working on your own and tracing pipework in a building, what should you do if the pipes enter a service duct?
While working in a riser, how should access be controlled?
While working in a riser, how should access be controlled?
Who is allowed to install natural gas pipework?
Who is allowed to install natural gas pipework?
Where ideally should a safety net be rigged?
Where ideally should a safety net be rigged?
What does edge protection need to be designed to do?
What does edge protection need to be designed to do?
Why is the Beaufort Scale important when working at height externally?
Why is the Beaufort Scale important when working at height externally?
What must be ensured about the inflation pump when using airbags with controlled leak rate for fall arrest?
What must be ensured about the inflation pump when using airbags with controlled leak rate for fall arrest?
What is the main purpose of an accident book or record?
What is the main purpose of an accident book or record?
Why is it important for employers to discuss health and safety matters with employees?
Why is it important for employers to discuss health and safety matters with employees?
What is typically NOT included in general site rules?
What is typically NOT included in general site rules?
When conducting a risk assessment, what does the severity of harm get multiplied by?
When conducting a risk assessment, what does the severity of harm get multiplied by?
Who should be responsible for managing health and safety on a construction site?
Who should be responsible for managing health and safety on a construction site?
What is the primary purpose of all risk assessments?
What is the primary purpose of all risk assessments?
Why is it legally necessary for employers to discuss health and safety matters with employees?
Why is it legally necessary for employers to discuss health and safety matters with employees?
What is the most likely cause of skin cancer during demolition work of an old building?
What is the most likely cause of skin cancer during demolition work of an old building?
During demolition work, what is the minimum distance oxygen should be stored away from propane or any other gas on site?
During demolition work, what is the minimum distance oxygen should be stored away from propane or any other gas on site?
When using hand-held breakers or drills continually, what is most likely to be caused?
When using hand-held breakers or drills continually, what is most likely to be caused?
Where should liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders be located when used for heating or cooking in site cabins?
Where should liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders be located when used for heating or cooking in site cabins?
Which type of fire extinguisher should NOT be provided where petrol or diesel is being stored?
Which type of fire extinguisher should NOT be provided where petrol or diesel is being stored?
What is the most common source of high levels of lead in the blood of operatives during demolition work of an old building?
What is the most common source of high levels of lead in the blood of operatives during demolition work of an old building?
What is necessary to prevent injury from an overspeed governor?
What is necessary to prevent injury from an overspeed governor?
Which statement applies to the access doors of an external machine room for an escalator or passenger conveyor?
Which statement applies to the access doors of an external machine room for an escalator or passenger conveyor?
What checks are required before using lifting equipment?
What checks are required before using lifting equipment?
How often should the beam be derated by 75%?
How often should the beam be derated by 75%?
What is the correct action to take if an escalator or passenger conveyor has an external machine room?
What is the correct action to take if an escalator or passenger conveyor has an external machine room?
What action should be taken if a lifting equipment does not have a current examination certificate?
What action should be taken if a lifting equipment does not have a current examination certificate?
What weight limit should be adhered to when operating lifting equipment?
What weight limit should be adhered to when operating lifting equipment?
Why is it crucial for the lifting tackle to state the date of manufacture?
Why is it crucial for the lifting tackle to state the date of manufacture?
What is the correct action to take when leaving mobile plant unattended?
What is the correct action to take when leaving mobile plant unattended?
What is suitable to use when cutting coated steelwork?
What is suitable to use when cutting coated steelwork?
Which statement is true with regard to using machines?
Which statement is true with regard to using machines?
What should be done while reversing mobile plant if you lose sight of the vehicle marshaller directing you?
What should be done while reversing mobile plant if you lose sight of the vehicle marshaller directing you?
Which item of personal protective equipment provides the lowest level of protection in dusty conditions?
Which item of personal protective equipment provides the lowest level of protection in dusty conditions?
What should you do when cutting coated steelwork?
What should you do when cutting coated steelwork?
What is the purpose of the CITB Health, safety and environment test?
What is the purpose of the CITB Health, safety and environment test?
Who collaborates with CITB to review the Health, safety and environment test content?
Who collaborates with CITB to review the Health, safety and environment test content?
What does the introduction book include besides questions and answers for test preparation?
What does the introduction book include besides questions and answers for test preparation?
What is the role of CITB in relation to health and safety standards in the industry?
What is the role of CITB in relation to health and safety standards in the industry?
Why is it important for all workers, whether new or experienced, to have basic health, safety, and environmental knowledge?
Why is it important for all workers, whether new or experienced, to have basic health, safety, and environmental knowledge?
What is CITB's objective in continuously reviewing the Health, safety and environment test?
What is CITB's objective in continuously reviewing the Health, safety and environment test?
What is the primary focus of CITB's Health and Safety Strategy Lead?
What is the primary focus of CITB's Health and Safety Strategy Lead?
What does CITB aim to achieve through working together with construction workers?
What does CITB aim to achieve through working together with construction workers?
What is one way in which excessive noise levels can affect your hearing?
What is one way in which excessive noise levels can affect your hearing?
If you hear a ringing sound in your ears after working with noisy equipment, what does this indicate?
If you hear a ringing sound in your ears after working with noisy equipment, what does this indicate?
What should an employee do if they suspect noise at work may have harmed their hearing?
What should an employee do if they suspect noise at work may have harmed their hearing?
Can damage from exposure to noise over a long period of time be reversed?
Can damage from exposure to noise over a long period of time be reversed?
What are the signs and symptoms of noise-related hearing damage?
What are the signs and symptoms of noise-related hearing damage?
What is the main risk to a worker wearing only cotton wool in their ears as personal protective equipment?
What is the main risk to a worker wearing only cotton wool in their ears as personal protective equipment?
Why should an employee seek advice on exposure times for hand-held vibrating tools?
Why should an employee seek advice on exposure times for hand-held vibrating tools?
What should an employee do if they experience temporary hearing loss after working with noisy equipment?
What should an employee do if they experience temporary hearing loss after working with noisy equipment?
How can a hot area question be answered?
How can a hot area question be answered?
Who develops the question bank for the health, safety, and environment test?
Who develops the question bank for the health, safety, and environment test?
What type of questions are identified by an icon?
What type of questions are identified by an icon?
How can you answer a drag and drop question?
How can you answer a drag and drop question?
Which option is NOT a type of assistance provided for specialist tests?
Which option is NOT a type of assistance provided for specialist tests?
What is the main purpose of health surveillance arrangements in the workplace?
What is the main purpose of health surveillance arrangements in the workplace?
Why does CITB make every effort to keep the health, safety, and environment test up-to-date?
Why does CITB make every effort to keep the health, safety, and environment test up-to-date?
Who works closely with industry to ensure the relevance of content in the health, safety, and environment test?
Who works closely with industry to ensure the relevance of content in the health, safety, and environment test?
When using an authorised lifting accessory marked with its safe working load, who should never exceed the safe working load?
When using an authorised lifting accessory marked with its safe working load, who should never exceed the safe working load?
What should be fitted to the main /fljK sheave and diverter to prevent injury from rotating equipment?
What should be fitted to the main /fljK sheave and diverter to prevent injury from rotating equipment?
What needs to be checked before any hot work takes place in the lift installation?
What needs to be checked before any hot work takes place in the lift installation?
What are the appropriate types of tools and equipment for working on electrical lift-control equipment?
What are the appropriate types of tools and equipment for working on electrical lift-control equipment?
What must you ensure if the trapdoor or hatch has to be left open while you work in the machine room?
What must you ensure if the trapdoor or hatch has to be left open while you work in the machine room?
What should be done if a hot-work permit is required for work on a lift installation?
What should be done if a hot-work permit is required for work on a lift installation?
What is the correct action if an authorised lifting accessory is found to be damaged?
What is the correct action if an authorised lifting accessory is found to be damaged?
What is the primary purpose of the health and safety file that is handed to the client at the end of the project?
What is the primary purpose of the health and safety file that is handed to the client at the end of the project?
Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, where would you find the arrangements for managing health and safety for the project you are working on?
Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, where would you find the arrangements for managing health and safety for the project you are working on?
What must be in place before construction work begins under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015?
What must be in place before construction work begins under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015?
What is the purpose of having clean welfare facilities on a construction site?
What is the purpose of having clean welfare facilities on a construction site?
Why do employers need to discuss health and safety matters with employees according to legal duties?
Why do employers need to discuss health and safety matters with employees according to legal duties?
What is the main purpose of health surveillance arrangements in a workplace?
What is the main purpose of health surveillance arrangements in a workplace?
What should a demolition contractor do if there are any doubts about a building's stability?
What should a demolition contractor do if there are any doubts about a building's stability?
Where should an emergency escape route lead to on a construction site?
Where should an emergency escape route lead to on a construction site?
When is it unsafe to operate a scissor lift?
When is it unsafe to operate a scissor lift?
What should be the first consideration when planning possible work in a confined space?
What should be the first consideration when planning possible work in a confined space?
What type of survey is required to identify asbestos prior to demolition?
What type of survey is required to identify asbestos prior to demolition?
Who must be the first person a demolition contractor appoints before undertaking demolition operations?
Who must be the first person a demolition contractor appoints before undertaking demolition operations?
Which precaution should be taken to prevent a dumper from falling into an excavation when tipping materials?
Which precaution should be taken to prevent a dumper from falling into an excavation when tipping materials?
When providing first-aid facilities on site, which factors must be considered?
When providing first-aid facilities on site, which factors must be considered?
What could a 17-year-old trainee demolition operative use unsupervised?
What could a 17-year-old trainee demolition operative use unsupervised?
What could lead to a false sense of security on-site?
What could lead to a false sense of security on-site?
What happens if a scissor lift is operated when there is uncertainty about the stability of the ground?
What happens if a scissor lift is operated when there is uncertainty about the stability of the ground?
What should a demolition contractor do if asbestos is present before starting demolition?
What should a demolition contractor do if asbestos is present before starting demolition?
When the excavation is 1.2 m or deeper, what is expected to increase?
When the excavation is 1.2 m or deeper, what is expected to increase?
Why is it crucial for a 17-year-old trainee to use suitable equipment unsupervised?
Why is it crucial for a 17-year-old trainee to use suitable equipment unsupervised?
What should dumpers do to avoid falling into an excavation?
What should dumpers do to avoid falling into an excavation?
What is the correct action to take if you suspect a colleague has inhaled a harmful amount of dust and fumes at the construction site?
What is the correct action to take if you suspect a colleague has inhaled a harmful amount of dust and fumes at the construction site?
During a manual handling task, what should be done to prevent potential injuries?
During a manual handling task, what should be done to prevent potential injuries?
What is the primary purpose of safety signs on a construction site?
What is the primary purpose of safety signs on a construction site?
When working at height, what should be the first step before starting any task?
When working at height, what should be the first step before starting any task?
What is the correct way to handle hazardous substances on a construction site?
What is the correct way to handle hazardous substances on a construction site?
What should be a worker's immediate response if they witness a fire outbreak on a construction site?
What should be a worker's immediate response if they witness a fire outbreak on a construction site?
Why is it crucial for workers to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous substances?
Why is it crucial for workers to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous substances?
What is the purpose of edge protection according to the text?
What is the purpose of edge protection according to the text?
What is the recommended course of action before carrying out any roof work?
What is the recommended course of action before carrying out any roof work?
What should be done first before moving a mobile tower?
What should be done first before moving a mobile tower?
When should folding stepladders be used according to the text?
When should folding stepladders be used according to the text?
Why is it important to have an apprentice or workmate standing by when working at height?
Why is it important to have an apprentice or workmate standing by when working at height?
What is the significance of checking that the tower does not rock or wobble?
What is the significance of checking that the tower does not rock or wobble?
What action must be taken before any roof work is carried out?
What action must be taken before any roof work is carried out?
What are two possible consequences for employers of not taking measures to prevent accidents and ill health at work?
What are two possible consequences for employers of not taking measures to prevent accidents and ill health at work?
What does the word 'hazard' mean?
What does the word 'hazard' mean?
What is the main reason for understanding the fire and emergency procedures on site?
What is the main reason for understanding the fire and emergency procedures on site?
What is a likely consequence for employees if they suffer an injury that affects their health and wellbeing at work?
What is a likely consequence for employees if they suffer an injury that affects their health and wellbeing at work?
Why should employers ensure welfare facilities on site are improved?
Why should employers ensure welfare facilities on site are improved?
What additional step might employers have to take if accidents or ill health occur at work?
What additional step might employers have to take if accidents or ill health occur at work?
Why is it essential for employers to take the necessary measures to prevent accidents and ill health at work?
Why is it essential for employers to take the necessary measures to prevent accidents and ill health at work?
What must be done before allowing a lifting operation to be carried out?
What must be done before allowing a lifting operation to be carried out?
At what minimum noise level must hearing protection be provided to workers upon request?
At what minimum noise level must hearing protection be provided to workers upon request?
What does the term 'lower exposure action value' (80 decibels (dBA)) refer to when talking about noise?
What does the term 'lower exposure action value' (80 decibels (dBA)) refer to when talking about noise?
What is the significance of a weekly or daily personal noise exposure of 87 decibels (dBA)?
What is the significance of a weekly or daily personal noise exposure of 87 decibels (dBA)?
Under what circumstance can work continue even if extra safety precautions are taken?
Under what circumstance can work continue even if extra safety precautions are taken?
Who should be informed if someone reports work-related hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?
Who should be informed if someone reports work-related hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?
In which document should the sequence of lifting operations be recorded?
In which document should the sequence of lifting operations be recorded?
When must an employer prepare a written health and safety policy?
When must an employer prepare a written health and safety policy?
What is required for work to continue if an entity employs three people or more?
What is required for work to continue if an entity employs three people or more?
At what capacity should a spillage bund around a fuel storage tank be, in addition to the volume of the tank?
At what capacity should a spillage bund around a fuel storage tank be, in addition to the volume of the tank?
When must the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) be informed in case of a fatal accident or a reportable dangerous occurrence on site?
When must the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) be informed in case of a fatal accident or a reportable dangerous occurrence on site?
What must happen if a prohibition notice is issued by an inspector of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) or Local Authority?
What must happen if a prohibition notice is issued by an inspector of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) or Local Authority?
When should the significant findings of risk assessments be recorded?
When should the significant findings of risk assessments be recorded?
Why are individuals under 18 years of age less likely to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Why are individuals under 18 years of age less likely to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)?
What is the most important question to ask before working below a ground-level suspended timber floor?
What is the most important question to ask before working below a ground-level suspended timber floor?
What must be ensured before using a ladder?
What must be ensured before using a ladder?
What is the recommended maximum height for a free-standing mobile tower?
What is the recommended maximum height for a free-standing mobile tower?
What should you do if asbestos is present before starting demolition work?
What should you do if asbestos is present before starting demolition work?
What is the main purpose of clean welfare facilities on a construction site?
What is the main purpose of clean welfare facilities on a construction site?
What weight limit should be adhered to when operating lifting equipment?
What weight limit should be adhered to when operating lifting equipment?
What action should supervisors take if a scaffold is found to be incomplete?
What action should supervisors take if a scaffold is found to be incomplete?
Who is allowed to install natural gas pipework?
Who is allowed to install natural gas pipework?
When working in a riser, how should access be controlled?
When working in a riser, how should access be controlled?
Who should carry out pressure testing on pipework or vessels?
Who should carry out pressure testing on pipework or vessels?
If you find a colored wire sticking out of an electrical plug, what is the correct action to take?
If you find a colored wire sticking out of an electrical plug, what is the correct action to take?
When a new piece of plant has been installed but has not been commissioned, how should it be left?
When a new piece of plant has been installed but has not been commissioned, how should it be left?
While working on your own and tracing pipework in a building, what should you do if the pipes enter a service duct?
While working on your own and tracing pipework in a building, what should you do if the pipes enter a service duct?
If no other suitable equipment is available after works have been risk assessed, what action should be taken if the equipment is less than 1.75 m high?
If no other suitable equipment is available after works have been risk assessed, what action should be taken if the equipment is less than 1.75 m high?
What action should be taken if no other suitable equipment is available after works have been risk assessed?
What action should be taken if no other suitable equipment is available after works have been risk assessed?
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