Accident Reporting in Construction

How does the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) impact the reporting of injuries and diseases?

• It makes reporting optional.

• It provides a structured process for reporting.

• It discourages reporting.

• It has no impact.

List examples of injuries and diseases that are reportable under RIDDOR.

• Minor cuts and bruises.

• Fractures, amputations, and occupational dermatitis.

• Headaches and colds.

• Stress and fatigue.

Explain the process of reporting a case of occupational dermatitis.

• Ignore it and hope it goes away.

• Report to a supervisor, document the case, and seek medical advice.

• Use home remedies and avoid reporting.

• Only report if it becomes severe.

Identify the authorized personnel involved in dealing with accident and emergency situations on a construction site.

• Only the site manager.

• First aiders, safety officers, and emergency services.

• Any worker on site.

• Only the HR department.

What immediate actions should you take upon discovering an accident on the worksite?

• Ignore the accident and continue working

• Secure the scene and call for help

• Wait for someone else to handle it

• Leave the site immediately

What is the purpose of conducting risk assessments before starting a plastering job?

• To delay the work

• To identify potential hazards

• To increase costs

• To make the job easier

What are three types of hazards commonly found on construction sites?

• Electrical, chemical, and physical

• Weather, time, and space

• Noise, light, and color

• Water, air, and fire

What are the correct storage procedures for chemicals on a construction site?

• Store them anywhere

• Follow specific safety guidelines

• Leave them open

• Mix them together

Why is it important to inspect and maintain PPE regularly?

• To ensure it is effective

• To make it look new

• To avoid using it

• To reduce costs

What is one of the steps to be taken in the event of a fire on a construction site?

• Evacuate the area immediately

• Continue working until the fire is close

• Ignore the fire and wait for instructions

• Call a friend for help