SMSTS Health and Welfare 2

Question 1

Under the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005, what is the daily hand-arm vibration exposure action value (EAV) that requires employers to introduce control measures?

Accepted Answer

2.5 m/s²

Answer

The daily exposure action value for hand-arm vibration is 2.5 m/s², at which point employers must introduce technical and organisational measures to reduce vibration exposure.

Question 2

Which welfare facility must be available on all construction sites regardless of size or duration of work?

Accepted Answer

Drinking water

Answer

Drinking water must be available on all construction sites regardless of size or duration, as it is the most fundamental welfare requirement for protecting workers' health.

Question 3

When a worker's daily noise exposure reaches the upper exposure action value of 85 dB(A), what must the employer do?

Accepted Answer

Make hearing protection mandatory and implement measures to reduce noise at source

Answer

At the upper exposure action value of 85 dB(A), hearing protection must be mandatory and employers must implement a noise control programme to reduce exposure at source.

Question 4

What is occupational dermatitis in the context of construction work?

Accepted Answer

Skin inflammation caused by contact with hazardous substances or wet work conditions

Answer

Occupational dermatitis is inflammation of the skin caused by contact with substances such as wet cement, solvents, adhesives, or prolonged wet work — all common on construction sites.

Question 5

Under RIDDOR, for how long must accident and incident records be retained?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

Under RIDDOR, accident records must be retained for a minimum of 3 years from the date of the entry, aligning with the limitation period for personal injury claims.

(SMSTS) Site Management Safety Training Scheme Practice Test

(SMSTS) Site Management Safety Training Scheme Practice Test

SMSTS Health and Welfare 2