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.
If there's a chance of airborne materials striking your eyes, which kind of eye protection should you choose?
2.
Which of the following is considered hazardous waste?
3.
You need to carry out a COSHH assessment on a material you're handling for the first time. What do you need to make the assessment? (Select more than one)
4.
When should your employer provide you with personal protective equipment (PPE)?
5.
What is the meaning of this sign?
6.
Which of these should be a primary consideration when determining the quantity and location of entry and exit points to a construction site?
7.
Why is it essential to receive full training before using a cartridge-operated tool?
8.
Why do construction sites use a 110-volt supply instead of a 230-volt supply?
9.
Why should a ladder not be painted?
10.
What action should you take when you see this label on a substance?
11.
What is the correct way to insert disposable ear plugs to safeguard your hearing?
12.
Why should a RCD be used with 230-volt tools?
13.
What is the meaning of this sign?
14.
What action should the site manager take if a scaffold has been left incomplete?
15.
What is the best way to safely descend into a deep excavation?
16.
Where should all accidents causing injuries be recorded?
17.
Significant findings of risk assessments are required to be recorded when an employer has how many employees?
18.
What is a potential cause of occupational dermatitis?
19.
Before commencing a task, how can you determine if you need additional personal protective equipment (PPE)?
20.
How can we best protect people below from items falling off a scaffold platform?
21.
What should you do if you come across an unmarked container that you suspect contains chemicals?
22.
Under the CDM regulations, when should HSE be notified of a non-domestic project?
23.
Before a lifting operation can proceed, where must the sequence of safe operations be recorded?
24.
Which of these conditions must be met to operate plant equipment on a construction site? (Select more than one)
25.
If you're in a small enclosed space and smell something like rotten eggs, what could it be a sign of?
26.
Which of these is not a sustainable action?
27.
What should you do first if you think mobile plant is operating too close to your work area?
28.
Which TWO details should NOT be included in an accident book?
29.
Which statement about personal protective equipment (PPE) is false?
30.
When is a site vehicle most likely to harm pedestrians?
31.
What types of job will likely neeed a hot work permit? (Select more than one)
32.
What should be used to clean very dirty hands?
33.
Occupational asthma can prevent you from working with certain substances again. What causes it?
34.
When using a CAT (cable avoidance tool), what other piece of equipment is required?
35.
Which is NOT a legal obligation for a worker?
36.
If you fail to understand a point during a site induction, what should you do?
37.
What should you do if a mobile crane lifting a load is about to hit something?
38.
Someone has fallen from a platform and is suspended from the harness. Why should you not leave them in their harness for too long?
