Construction Site Safety Quiz

What regulation covers the safe disposal of toxic materials?

• Health & Safety Act

• C.O.S.H.H

• Environmental Protection Act

• Waste Disposal Regulation

What is another major risk of working where there is scaffolding, besides falls?

• Noise pollution

• Falling tools & materials

• Electrical hazards

• Air quality issues

How should accidents or near misses on site be recorded?

• Verbally to a supervisor

• In writing

• By email

• Not required to record

What color and shape are standard hazard signs?

• Red circles

• Blue squares

• Yellow triangles

• Green rectangles

What action should be taken if the Health & Safety executive stops work due to unsafe activities?

• Issue a warning

• Give a verbal notice

• Issue a Prohibition or Improvement notice

• Ignore and continue work

What is a potential danger of taking prescribed medication when operating machinery?

• Increased energy

• Drowsiness

• Improved focus

• No effect

What should all first aid boxes ideally contain?

• Pain relievers

• Sterile dressings

• Blood pressure cuff

• Thermometer

Who is typically responsible for maintaining the first aid kit on a construction site?

• Safety officer

• Appointed person

• Site manager

• All employees

What is the best method to prevent unauthorized access to a construction site?

• Security cameras

• Hoardings/Fencing

• Regular patrols

• Sign-in procedure

What is the recommended action if a ladder develops a fault during use?

• Continue using with caution

• Fix it immediately

• Report it to your supervisor and do not use

• Use an alternative method without reporting