Construction Safety Quiz

What is the number one cause of serious work-related injury and death in construction?

• Electrocution

• Falling

• Chemical exposure

• Heavy equipment accidents

What should workers do before stepping on the job site?

• Be familiar with basic safety hazards

• Start working immediately

• Ignore safety rules

• Wait for instructions

What is essential for protecting workers from serious workplace injuries?

• Using makeshift tools

• Ignoring hazards

• Working quickly

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

What should workers do if they find hazardous conditions?

• Ignore them

• Continue working

• Report them immediately

• Wait for someone else to report

What is the proper way to lift heavy materials?

• Lift with your back

• Lift with your legs

• Twist your body

• Lift without bending

What should be done before using scaffolds?

• Use them without inspection

• Ensure they are inspected by a competent person

• Set them up quickly

• Nothing special

How far should you stay from overhead power lines?

• 20 feet

• 15 feet

• 10 feet

• 5 feet

What should be done with damaged electrical tools and cords?

• Ignore the damage

• Continue using them

• Repair them yourself

• Remove them from use

What is the correct way to use a step ladder?

• Lean it against a wall

• Set it up per manufacturer's instructions

• Stand on the top two steps

• Use it without inspection

What should be done when working in very hot temperatures?

• Ignore the heat

• Take breaks in the shade and drink cool water

• Wear heavy clothing

• Work continuously