Welcome to the 'Operatives - Full Test'
This practice test will select 38 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 45 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz.
Each question is representative of the type used in Part 1 of the Operatives Test. When you're finished, don't forget to practice the Case Study style questions for Part 2.
Instructions:
- The test will begin after you select the 'Start Quiz' button below.
- For each question, choose from the multiple choice answers provided.
- Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
- After the last question, click 'Submit' to be shown your results.
Ready? Click 'Start Quiz' to begin.
1.
How can you minimize the risk of hand-arm vibration when using a vibrating tool?
2.
How should you dispose of a product that has this symbol on the container?
3.
How can noise impact your health? (Select TWO answers)
4.
Which of these is not a sustainable action?
5.
According to the CDM regulations, what document must be issued to the employer once the construction phase has completed?
6.
What should NOT be included in a first-aid box?
7.
What should be your primary concern when get people to work above public areas?
8.
Occupational asthma can prevent you from working with certain substances again. What causes it?
9.
What should you do if a confined space has sludge on the floor?
10.
If you can't complete a job as stated in the method statement, what should you do?
11.
What should you do if an extension cable's outer covering has a cut?
12.
What must be done with the accident record after it's logged?
13.
If you believe you have discovered asbestos, what should be your first action?
14.
What is an early indication of noise-induced hearing damage?
15.
Why should you not remove a nail from someone's foot if you're not a first aider?
16.
What condition must be met if you need to use a hand tool or power tool on site?
17.
Which of the following is considered hazardous waste?
18.
When must the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) be informed of a fatal accident or dangerous incident on site?
19.
What should you do if you're required to wear a full body harness but have never used one before?
20.
What is the meaning of this sign?
21.
What action should you take when you see this label on a substance?
22.
What should be the first consideration when preparing for potential work in a confined space?
23.
Which of these fire extinguishers should not be used on a fire caused by an electrical fault? (Select more than one)
24.
What should someone who drank two pints of beer at lunch do next?
25.
What should you do if you've been instructed on how to lift a heavy load but believe there's a better method?
26.
What is the meaning of this sign?
27.
Long-term inhalation of various dust and fumes at work may lead to the development of:
28.
If it's not practical to prevent worker exposure to health-hazardous substances, what must an employer do first?
29.
When being interviewed by an HSE inspector after witnessing a serious accident, you should:
30.
An excavator has stopped work, and liquid is pooling beneath it. What could this mean?
31.
What is the decibel level (dbA) at which an employer is legally required to establish hearing protection zones?
32.
Who is responsible for recording an injury in the accident book?
33.
When are you most likely to inhale harmful levels of dust while drilling, cutting, sanding, or grinding?
34.
If a subcontractor is emplying an 17-year old, what should you expect to see?
35.
What should you do if you come across an unmarked container that you suspect contains chemicals?
36.
What is a fire assembly point?
37.
What should the slope be on a ladder?
38.
Work needs to be carried out within a riser shaft. How should access be controlled?
