Implementing a Paving Project

When reading a site plan at your worksite, you should move it around so it faces:

• North

• South-West

• the main road

Landscaping symbols are placed into the three categories below. Which category will show stones and paths?

• Landscape plant symbols

• Landscape recreational facilities

• Landscape infrastructure symbols

Which of these materials are used in paving?

• Road base

• grates

• sand

• mortar

A loose aggregate of crushed basalt used to construct the subbase is known as:

• Mortar

• Cement

• Road base

Fatigue is a known hazard in outdoor work such as paving. Which of these are effective ways to manage and prevent worker fatigue?

• Regular breaks

• Drink water regularly

• Work faster to finish quickly

Working with wet concrete can cause skin irritations and dermatitis. Tick the hazard protections that can help prevent these injuries.

• Eye protection

• gloves

• respiratory (dust) masks

Which of these strategies can help control environmental impacts of excavation work?

• Regular site cleanup, segregated bins for waste

• Checks and maintenance of machinery exhaust systems

• Sediment taps and silt barriers

What are the two main purposes of temporary site fencing?

• Prevent unwanted access

• Prevent injury to the public after hours

• To keep guard dogs enclosed

Part of locating and marking out a site involves a site analysis. Which should you include in your site analysis?

• Measuring up the site

• Establishing environmental controls

• Appointing contractors

• Meeting State regulations and Australian standards

Underground service lines can be found by:

• Studying site plans

• Consulting with property owner/manager

• Dial before you dig

• Digging holes across the site