White Card Construction Hazards and Risks

Question 1

What is the most common cause of fatalities on Australian construction sites?

Accepted Answer

Falls from height

Answer

Falls from height are consistently the leading cause of fatalities in the Australian construction industry.

Question 2

Under the WHS Act 2011, what does PCBU stand for?

Accepted Answer

Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking

Answer

PCBU stands for Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking — the primary duty holder under the WHS Act.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)?

Accepted Answer

To identify hazards and describe control measures for high-risk construction work

Answer

A SWMS must identify hazards, assess risks, and describe control measures for all high-risk construction work activities.

Question 4

Which is the MOST effective level of the hierarchy of controls?

Accepted Answer

Elimination

Answer

Elimination completely removes the hazard, making it the most effective control in the hierarchy.

Question 5

What must a principal contractor display at each construction site entry point?

Accepted Answer

Their name, phone number, and the location of the WHS management plan

Answer

Principal contractors must display signage at each entry showing their details and where to find the WHS management plan.

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