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.
Which of these are electronic control systems that are recommended to help manage a locomotive move safely behind a tunnel boring machine? (Choose TWO)
Lead-acid batteries give off explosive gas while charging. Within what distance are smoking and naked flames prohibited from the charging area?
How should communications equipment be supplied with power?
If a locomotive or other vehicle is coming towards you in a tunnel, when should you move into a hop-up or other place of safety?
For tunnelling work, what is the minimum number of escape routes or means of escape that must be available from a working shaft?
Why is it important to clean grouting lines after they have been used?
A grout gun fitted into a segment grout hole can create which hazard?
If you notice a tear in the tunnel ventilation ducting while walking through the tunnel, what should you do?
Within what distance of a diesel refuelling point is hot work prohibited?
Which method provides a dependable way of detecting carbon monoxide and methane?
