CITB CITB Site Management and Supervision

Question 1

What document must a site manager maintain to record all reportable injuries and illnesses on a US construction site?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Form 300

Answer

OSHA Form 300 (the Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses) must be maintained by employers with 10 or more workers.

Question 2

What is a toolbox talk in the context of site supervision?

Accepted Answer

A daily safety briefing held before work begins

Answer

A toolbox talk is a short, informal safety meeting held on-site — typically daily — before work begins to address hazards.

Question 3

What is the role of a competent person as defined by OSHA on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

Someone who can identify hazards and has authority to correct them

Answer

OSHA defines a competent person as one capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and authorized to take corrective action.

Question 4

Which document outlines the sequence of construction activities and milestone dates on a project?

Accepted Answer

Construction schedule (program of works)

Answer

The construction schedule (program of works) details the planned sequence, duration, and milestones for all site activities.

Question 5

What is a subcontractor's primary obligation regarding site safety rules?

Accepted Answer

Comply with the general contractor's site safety plan

Answer

Subcontractors must comply with the general contractor's site safety plan as well as OSHA regulations.

(CITB) Construction Industry Training Board Practice Test