Welcome to the 'Specialists - 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 Specialists Test. When you're finished, don't forget to practice your chosen speciality 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.
To help prevent accidents, you should:
2.
Which of these is not a sustainable action?
3.
What should be the minimum height of the main guard-rail on a scaffold?
4.
What should you do first if you discover a fire?
5.
Why is it essential to collect dust and prevent it from getting into the air when using a power tool to cut or grind materials?
6.
At what point should guard-rails be installed on a working platform?
7.
Who needs to understand the environmental risks on site?
8.
When should eyewash bottles be provided?
9.
What is the best method for locating buried services?
10.
When should protection be used to prevent workers, material or equipment from falling into an excavation?
11.
What is the leading cause of long-term health issues in the construction sector?
12.
Which of the following is considered hazardous waste?
13.
Why is methane gas dangerous in small enclosed spaces? (Select more than one)
14.
In case of a fire, how would you know where the site assembly point is?
15.
What is the suggested safe voltage for electrical equipment on construction sites?
16.
What is the consequence of a prohibition notice being issued for an entire site?
17.
Who holds the responsibility for reporting unsafe conditions at a worksite?
18.
What should you do if your finger won't stop bleeding?
19.
When witnessing a serious accident, what should you do?
20.
How can you become a first aider?
21.
When using a CAT (cable avoidance tool), what other piece of equipment is required?
22.
What is a good environmental practice?
23.
A daily or weekly personal noise exposure of 87 decibels (dbA) means:
24.
When must the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) be informed of a fatal accident or dangerous incident on site?
25.
Who should report a minor accident?
26.
On whom does the Health and Safety at Work Act impose legal duties?
27.
Where on site should LPG cylinders be stored?
28.
Long-term inhalation of various dust and fumes at work may lead to the development of:
29.
Which accidents should be documented in the accident book?
30.
What should you do if electric equipment stops working?
31.
Overhead electric cables cross a construction site. What should be the minimum distance between the cables and a goal-post type protection barrier for traffic underneath?
32.
What can high levels of solvents in paint or resin lead to?
33.
What does it mean if you have to twist or turn your body when lifting and placing a load?
34.
What should you do if a confined space has sludge on the floor?
35.
How should you dispose of a product that has this symbol on the container?
36.
When should an incident be recorded in the site accident book?
37.
If a different contractor's actions compromise your safety, what action should be taken?
38.
How can you learn about emergency assembly points?
