SSSTS Induction Training & Young Workers 3

Question 1

What welfare facilities must be available on a construction site according to CDM 2015 Schedule 2?

Accepted Answer

Sanitary conveniences, washing facilities (with hot and cold water), drinking water, rest facilities with means to heat food and boil water, changing and drying facilities

Answer

Only a portable toilet and a tap

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Only a rest area with seating

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Only washing facilities

Question 2

What is the induction requirement for a worker who transfers from one part of a large site to a different area with different hazards?

Accepted Answer

They should receive a briefing or area-specific induction covering the specific hazards of the new work area before starting work there

Answer

The site-wide induction they received on arrival is sufficient for all parts of the site

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A transfer induction is only required if the worker is from a different employer

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No additional induction is required as the site rules apply to the whole site

Question 3

Under the Working Time Regulations 1998, what is the maximum weekly working time limit for young workers (under 18)?

Accepted Answer

8 hours per day and 40 hours per week

Answer

48 hours per week with an opt-out

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12 hours per day

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60 hours per week

Question 4

What is a supervisor's duty regarding young workers and hazardous substances on site?

Accepted Answer

To ensure young workers are not exposed to substances for which a specific prohibition applies under the risk assessment, and to provide clear instruction on all substances they may encounter

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To allow young workers to use all substances with standard adult PPE

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To treat young workers identically to adults regarding hazardous substances

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Young workers may not be excluded from hazardous substance work unless under 16

Question 5

What information should a site induction specifically cover for new workers who are unfamiliar with construction sites?

Accepted Answer

The types of plant and vehicles they may encounter, no-go areas, overhead hazard zones, excavation exclusion zones, and how to respond if they see an unsafe act

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Only the site's commercial programme

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The procurement process for materials

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The payment and expense process

Question 6

What does the term 'new and expectant mothers' mean in the context of health and safety on construction sites?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant workers, workers who have given birth within the past six months, and workers who are breastfeeding; all have additional legal protection under health and safety legislation

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Only workers who are visibly pregnant

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Only workers who have notified their employer of their pregnancy in writing

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Only workers within the first trimester of pregnancy