CPCS Plant Operator Safety & PUWER

Question 1

What does PUWER stand for in the context of construction plant?

Accepted Answer

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

Answer

Plant Use and Work Environment Regulations

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Provision of Uniform Work Equipment Rules

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Plant Under Work Equipment Regulations

Question 2

Under PUWER, who is responsible for ensuring plant is safe to use?

Accepted Answer

The employer and any person who has control of work equipment

Answer

Only the plant operator

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Only the site manager

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The equipment manufacturer alone

Question 3

How often must a formal inspection of construction plant be carried out under PUWER?

Accepted Answer

At suitable intervals as determined by risk assessment

Answer

Every day before use

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Once per month regardless of use

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Only when faults are suspected

Question 4

Which of the following is a key requirement of PUWER regarding plant operators?

Accepted Answer

Operators must be adequately trained and competent

Answer

Operators need only a general site induction

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Any worker may operate plant if supervised

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Operators must hold a degree in engineering

Question 5

What must an employer do before allowing an employee to use construction plant for the first time?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the employee receives adequate training and instruction

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Simply brief them verbally on the controls

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Allow them to observe another operator once

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Issue them with the manufacturer's manual

Question 6

Under PUWER, plant must be maintained in an efficient state. What does this primarily mean?

Accepted Answer

It must be fit for purpose and safe to operate at all times

Answer

It must achieve maximum fuel efficiency

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It must be cleaned daily to look presentable

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It must be upgraded every two years