CITB General Site Safety and Signs

Question 1

What does a circular blue sign with a white symbol indicate on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

A mandatory instruction — something you MUST do

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A prohibition — something you must NOT do

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A warning of a hazard ahead

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Safe condition information such as an exit route

Question 2

What shape and colour is a prohibition sign?

Accepted Answer

Red circle with a diagonal line through a black symbol

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Blue circle with white symbol

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Yellow triangle with black symbol

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Green rectangle with white symbol

Question 3

What is a CSCS card and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

A Construction Skills Certification Scheme card that proves the holder has the right training and qualifications for their role

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A Construction Safety Cleaning Standard for site tidiness

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A fire safety certificate issued by the fire brigade

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A credit card for purchasing safety equipment

Question 4

What should you do if you notice a hazard on site that could cause harm?

Accepted Answer

Report it immediately to your supervisor or site manager

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Ignore it if it is not in your work area

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Fix it yourself regardless of your training

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Make a note to mention it at the next weekly meeting

Question 5

What does a yellow triangular sign with a black symbol warn of?

Accepted Answer

A hazard or danger in the area

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A safe condition or escape route

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A mandatory action you must take

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A prohibition — something not allowed

Question 6

What is a 'toolbox talk' on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

A short, informal safety briefing on a specific hazard or safe working practice relevant to the current work

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A meeting to discuss which tools need replacing

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A formal disciplinary hearing about safety violations

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A manufacturer's demonstration of new power tools