Welcome to the 'Specialists - Tunnelling'
This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz.
Each question is representative of the type used in the Specialists Test.
Instructions:
- The test will begin after you select the 'Start Quiz' button below.
- For each question, choose from the multiple choice answers provided.
- Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
- After the last question, click 'Submit' to be shown your results.
Ready? Click 'Start Quiz' to begin.
Oxygen cylinders must be kept away from which of the following substances?
Which feature is commonly associated with hydrogen sulphide gas?
What should be provided at batching plants to deal with splashes of cement or concrete?
Inclined conveyor systems are fitted with anti-runback devices to stop the belt reversing. Which of these are possible failures are these devices intended to guard against? (Choose TWO)
Which item of PPE is not usually required for robotic sprayed-concrete lining work in tunnelling?
What is the name of the system used to control entry into and exit from tunnels?
Which statement about hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is correct?
Lead-acid batteries give off explosive gas while charging. Within what distance are smoking and naked flames prohibited from the charging area?
What is the most effective way to deal with the tunnel-boring machine operator having limited visibility?
Where a personnel cage is used to take workers into and out of a shaft, how many people may be carried at one time?
