Welcome to the 'Operatives - Full Test'
This practice test will select 38 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 45 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 Part 1 of the Operatives Test. When you're finished, don't forget to practice the Case Study style questions for Part 2.
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.
1.
What is the meaning of this sign?
2.
Who is allowed to erect, dismantle or modify a tube and fitting scaffold?
3.
What should you do if you get a small cut on your finger while working?
4.
What is the meaning of this sign?
5.
What is the primary goal of fire precautions at a construction site?
6.
What equipment is required for non-licensed work on asbestos-containing materials?
7.
What action should you take when you see this label on a substance?
8.
How can noise impact your health? (Select TWO answers)
9.
According to the CDM Regulations, when should a supported excavation be inspected?
10.
What is the best way to safely descend into a deep excavation?
11.
What is the best course of action if someone gets grit in their eye?
12.
What is your first action if someone falls and is unconscious?
13.
How can wet cement, mortar or concrete pose health hazards?
14.
A fuel storage tank on site must have a protective bund to capture any spill. What is the minimum required capacity of the bund?
15.
What action should you take when you see this label on a substance?
16.
What does this sign mean?
17.
What does a permit to work allow?
18.
What does it mean if the packaging of a substance is labelled as 'Sensitiser'?
19.
What should you do if a forklift truck lifting materials is blocking your path?
20.
Under what circumstances should you wear eye protection?
21.
What is the meaning of this sign?
22.
What should you do if a wheel detaches from the trolley while moving a heavy load over a long distance?
23.
How can we best protect people below from items falling off a scaffold platform?
24.
When lifting a large load that obstructs your view, what is the best course of action?
25.
What are TWO recommended methods for protecting your hearing?
26.
What is the main objective of a 'permit to work' system?
27.
How should you approach walking past a mobile crane operator?
28.
What are THREE initial symptoms of vibration white finger or hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)?
29.
Why should you not remove a nail from someone's foot if you're not a first aider?
30.
What is a risk assessment used to determine?
31.
Why is it essential for your employer to provide you with appropriately sized waterproof clothing when working outdoors in adverse weather?
32.
An excavator has stopped work, and liquid is pooling beneath it. What could this mean?
33.
If it's not practical to prevent worker exposure to health-hazardous substances, what must an employer do first?
34.
What is the first thing you should do if you see a driver refueling an excavator, but diesel spills onto the ground?
35.
What should you do if you think a load is about to fall from a moving fork-lift truck?
36.
When are you less likely to suffer from hand-arm vibration?
37.
When is an entry required in the accident book?
38.
If you must work in a 'hearing protection zone', you are required to...
