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.
After finishing your work, you need to clean the dust accumulated. What is the appropriate action?
3.
A form fire extinguisher (cream label) should NOT be used on which types of fire? (Select more than one)
4.
Your fingertips begin to tingle after using a vibrating tool. What should you do?
5.
How should you address an always-empty first-aid box on site?
6.
What is the primary risk when walking past a 360° mobile crane working close to a wall?
7.
How can everyone on site help keep rats away?
8.
What should you do if your supervisor asks you to operate a dumper truck, but you have no experience?
9.
How can wet cement, mortar or concrete pose health hazards?
10.
What should you do if you're in a deep excavation and a vehicle reverses up to it with the engine still running?
11.
What happens to the nozzle of a carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher when it is being used?
12.
How can you learn about emergency assembly points?
13.
Prior to making plans for entry into a confined space, what should be the primary consideration based on prevention principles?
14.
What should you do first upon finding an injured person?
15.
How much can you safely lift if you have to move a load while sitting rather than standing?
16.
What is NOT a danger when walking through sludge or muck at the bottom of a small enclosed space?
17.
What should be used to clean very dirty hands?
18.
What principal risk is posed when excavating next to a building or structure?
19.
Do you, as a site worker, have any responsibilities regarding sustainability?
20.
What condition must be met if you need to use a hand tool or power tool on site?
21.
What does a COSHH assessment tell you?
22.
If site transport is well organised, which of these would you NOT expect to see?
23.
When being interviewed by an HSE inspector after witnessing a serious accident, you should:
24.
What is the meaning of this sign?
25.
Why should you avoid walking behind a reversing lorry?
26.
Which of these conditions must be met to operate plant equipment on a construction site? (Select more than one)
27.
What are the two primary functions of a guard on most cutting and grinding machines?
28.
Are you required to pay for your personal protective equipment (PPE)?
29.
When are you less likely to suffer from hand-arm vibration?
30.
One of the ear pads is missing from your ear defenders. What should you do?
31.
In the hierarchy of control for workers' safety, what is the last resort barrier when working at height?
32.
What can hand-arm vibration syndome (HAVS) lead to?
33.
What's the most effective way to prevent people from falling through holes, or fragile roof panels?
34.
What action should you take when you see this label on a substance?
35.
What is the function of hearing protection?
36.
What is the proper way to clean up oil that has leaked from a machine onto the ground?
37.
When lifting a large load that obstructs your view, what is the best course of action?
38.
What should you do if a mobile crane lifting a load is about to hit something?
