CSCS Site Hazard Awareness and Risk Assessment 3

Question 1

What does COSHH stand for in construction site safety?

Accepted Answer

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Answer

COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health, which requires employers to assess and control exposure to hazardous materials like dust, fumes, and chemicals.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a site induction?

Accepted Answer

To inform workers about site-specific hazards, rules, and emergency procedures

Answer

A site induction ensures every worker understands the specific hazards, rules, and emergency procedures for that particular site before starting work.

Question 3

What should a worker do if they are unsure how to carry out a task safely?

Accepted Answer

Stop work and ask their supervisor for guidance before proceeding

Answer

If a worker is unsure how to do something safely, they must stop and ask their supervisor before proceeding to avoid an accident.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'manual handling' on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

Any activity that involves lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving loads by hand

Answer

Manual handling refers to any activity that requires a person to use physical effort to move or support a load, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling.

Question 5

What is the correct action if you see someone working unsafely on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

Stop them politely and report it to a supervisor

Answer

You should intervene politely and report unsafe behavior to a supervisor so the hazard can be addressed before an injury occurs.

CSCS - Construction Skills Certification Scheme Practice Test

CSCS - Construction Skills Certification Scheme Practice Test

CSCS Site Hazard Awareness and Risk Assessment 3