NEBOSH CC Construction Health and Safety Law

Question 1

Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), who has the duty to appoint a principal designer and principal contractor on projects involving more than one contractor?

Accepted Answer

The client

Answer

Under CDM 2015, the client has the legal duty to appoint a principal designer and principal contractor for projects involving more than one contractor. If the client fails to make these appointments, they assume the duties of these roles themselves.

Question 2

What is the main purpose of a construction phase plan under CDM 2015?

Accepted Answer

To set out the arrangements for managing health and safety during the construction phase

Answer

The construction phase plan is required before the construction phase begins and sets out the health and safety arrangements, site rules, and specific measures for managing significant risks. The principal contractor must prepare it for multi-contractor projects.

Question 3

Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, what is the general duty of an employer towards non-employees who may be affected by their work activities?

Accepted Answer

To conduct their undertaking so as not to expose them to risks to health and safety, so far as is reasonably practicable

Answer

Section 3 of HSWA 1974 requires employers to conduct their undertaking in such a way that persons not in their employment (e.g., members of the public, visitors to construction sites) are not exposed to risks to their health and safety, so far as is reasonably practicable.

Question 4

What enforcement notice can an HSE inspector serve when there is a risk of serious personal injury that requires immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Prohibition notice

Answer

A prohibition notice is served when an inspector believes there is a risk of serious personal injury. It takes immediate effect (or can be deferred) and stops the activity until the matter is remedied. An improvement notice gives a time period (minimum 21 days) to rectify a contravention.

Question 5

Under CDM 2015, which duty holder is responsible for planning, managing, and monitoring the construction phase to ensure health and safety?

Accepted Answer

The principal contractor

Answer

The principal contractor has the duty to plan, manage, monitor, and coordinate the construction phase to ensure the health and safety of all persons carrying out or affected by the construction work. They must also ensure suitable site induction, welfare facilities, and consultation with workers.

NEBOSH Construction Certificate Practice Test

NEBOSH Construction Certificate Practice Test

NEBOSH CC Construction Health and Safety Law