SG C. TEST PAPER ( operative level )

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Job number

• Site address

TEST PAPER ( operative level )

• Employees name

  Select Nigel Stephens Tony Emery Jakub Pastrik Jimmy Howlett Dan Meads Keith Marshall Stephen Howlett Connor Penhaligon Gorancho Kostevsti Ellis Ford Keifer Bower Nicky Dunne Jason Flint Liam Flint Grant Johnson Karl Morley Tom Grincevic

  • Nigel Stephens
  • Tony Emery
  • Jakub Pastrik
  • Jimmy Howlett
  • Dan Meads
  • Keith Marshall
  • Stephen Howlett
  • Connor Penhaligon
  • Gorancho Kostevsti
  • Ellis Ford
  • Keifer Bower
  • Nicky Dunne
  • Jason Flint
  • Liam Flint
  • Grant Johnson
  • Karl Morley
  • Tom Grincevic

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MODULE 1 Types , uses & risks of ACMs

Question 1 Someone who smokes and is significantly exposed to asbestos is ?

• A. 2 times more likely to contract lung cancer

  Yes

• B. 5 times more likely to contract lung cancer

  Yes

• C. 53 times more likely to contract lung cancer

  Yes

• D. 100 times more likely to contract lung cancer

  Yes

Question 2. Asbestos is a natural fibre which is extracted from ?

• A. Plant

  Yes

• B. Rock

  Yes

• C. Plastic

  Yes

• D. Solvent

  Yes

Question 3. How can you prevent ill-health through asbestos-related diseases ?

• A. By reducing your exposure to asbestos fibres

  Yes

• B. By closing doors and breathing asbestos fibres

  Yes

• C. By wearing overalls

  Yes

• D. By increasing the amount you smoke

  Yes

Question 4. Which of the following asbestos products presents the highest risk of fibre release ?

• A. Floor tiles

  Yes

• B. Artex .

  Yes

• C. Sprayed coating

  Yes

• D. Asbestos cement

  Yes

Question 5. Asbestos should not be found in buildings built ?

• A. Before 1979

  Yes

• B. After 1979

  Yes

• C. Before 1989

  Yes

• D. After 1999

  Yes

MODULE 2. Health hazards of asbestos

Question 1. Asbestos is considered dangerous because it. ?

• A. Contains fibres which are harmful to the lungs

  Yes

• B. Can be poisonous if swallowed

  Yes

• C. Gives off fumes

  Yes

• D. Causes chemical burns

  Yes

Question 2. Exposure to asbestos fibres is BEST prevented by. ?

• A. Avoid disturbing asbestos

  Yes

• C. Using correct RPE

  Yes

• B. Removing asbestos wet

  Yes

• D. Using H class vacuum cleaners

  Yes

Question 3. Generally asbestos-related diseases can take up to ?

• A. 5 - 10 years to develop

  Yes

• B. 10 - 15 years to develop

  Yes

• C. 15 - 20 years to develop

  Yes

• D. 15 - 60 years to develop

  Yes

Question 4. Unprotected exposure to asbestos can lead to ?

• A. Mesothelioma

  Yes

• B. Lung cancer

  Yes

• C. Asbestosis

  Yes

• D. All of the above

  Yes

Question 5. Medical examinations for asbestos removal operatives are required every ?

• A. Year

  Yes

• B. 2 years

  Yes

• C. 3 years

  Yes

• D. Time you change employer

  Yes

MODULE 3. Legislation

Question 1. Who does the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to ?

• A. Employees only

  Yes

• B. Employers only

  Yes

• C. Employees & Employers

  Yes

• D. None of the above

  Yes

Question 2. Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 , which of the following should employees be entitled to receive ?

• A. Information , instruction & training relating to asbestos exposure

  Yes

• B. Information about the uses and likely occurrences of asbestos in buildings

  Yes

• C. Their medical certificate

  Yes

• D. All of the above

  Yes

Question 3. The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to ?

• A. Only sprayed coating

  Yes

• B. Only big jobs

  Yes

• C. Only notifiable contracts

  Yes

• D. All work with asbestos

  Yes

Question 4. Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 , checks should be made on control measures at leased daily ?

• A. Daily

  Yes

• B. Weekly

  Yes

• C. Monthly

  Yes

• D. Yearly

  Yes

Question 5. Decontamination Procedure found in Asbestos Essentials ( HSG 210 ) is limited to ?

• A. Low level short duration asbestos work that does not require a licence

  Yes

• B. High level long duration asbestos work that requires a licence.

  Yes

• C. Only work that has been notified to the HSE

  Yes

• D. Only work that has been notified to the Environmental agency

  Yes

MODULE 13. Non asbestos hazards

Question 1. Which extinguisher should be used on a electrical fire ?

• A. CO2

  Yes

• B. Water

  Yes

• C. Wet Chemical

  Yes

• D. Foam

  Yes

Question 2. What is the definition of a hazard ?

• A. The chance of the boss catching you take a break from work

  Yes

• B. Something that has the potential to do you harm

  Yes

• C. The likelihood of injury from a dangerous situation

  Yes

• D. None of the above

  Yes

Question 3. What does COSHH stand for ?

• A. Constant overtime supports higher handouts

  Yes

• B. Construction of steel hat hangers

  Yes

• C. Control of substances hazardous to health

  Yes

• D. None of the above

  Yes

Question 4 what are the elements of a fire triangle ?

• A. Heat , fuel & oxygen

  Yes

• B. Heat , smoke & flames

  Yes

• C. Oxygen , carbon dioxide & methane

  Yes

• D. Wood , paper & stone

  Yes

Question 5. Section 7 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 individuals are given clear legal duties to ?

• A. Take care of themselves

  Yes

• B. Take care of others

  Yes

• C. Co-operate with the employer / others with statutory duties under the act

  Yes

• D. All of the above

  Yes

MODULE 14. Fault - finding

Question 1. How do you know if there is sufficient negative pressure on the enclosure ?

• A. By experience

  Yes

• B. By checking the gauge on the NPU

  Yes

• C. By making sure the NPU is opposite the airlock

  Yes

• D. By checking that the airlock flaps are being sucked inwards

  Yes

Question 2. Which of the following requires checking on a full face power assisted respirator ?

• A. Visor

  Yes

• B. Power supply

  Yes

• C. Diaphragm exhalation valve

  Yes

• D. All of the above

  Yes

Question 3. Viewing panels on enclosures should be a ?

• A. Minimum 600mm x 300mm and taped on the outside

  Yes

• B. Minimum 600mm x 300mm and taped on the inside

  Yes

• C. Minimum 600mm x 300mm and taped on both sides

  Yes

• D. None of the above

  Yes

Question 4. When checking the airlocks where should the vision panel be ?

• A. No requirement to fit one

  Yes

• B. 1st section furthest from the working area

  Yes

• C. Middle section

  Yes

• D. 3rd section nearest the work area

  Yes

Question 5. Although all of the answers are correct , what must be carried out prior to starting asbestos removal work ?

• A. DCU is fully operational

  Yes

• B. Enclosure is inspected

  Yes

• C. RPE is inspected

  Yes

• D. Asbestos is wet

  Yes

MODULE 15. Roles & responsibilities

Question 1. Who is responsible with issuing an asbestos operative with the RPE ?

• A No one

  Yes

• B. My trade association

  Yes

• C. The company that did the air testing

  Yes

• D. My employer

  Yes

Question 2. Who needs to know what the POW says ?

• A. The client

  Yes

• B. The main contractor

  Yes

• C. Operatives , analysts or anybody affected by the work

  Yes

• D. The local Library

  Yes

Question 3. Supervisors should perform ?

• A. Regular toolbox talks

  Yes

• B. Driving licence checks

  Yes

• C. Medical checks on operatives before they begin work

  Yes

• D. Face fit tests on operatives before the begin work

  Yes

Question 4. If the work method changes from the POW , action, if any , needs to be taken ?

• A. Halt work - inform supervisor immediately

  Yes

• B. No requirement to inform anyone as long as work can be carried out safely

  Yes

• C. Complete work and inform contract manager of the changes made

  Yes

• D. Speak directly to the client

  Yes

Question 5. Who is allow to consider changes to the POW

• A. The person stated in the POW

  Yes

• B. The safety officer

  Yes

• C. The contracts manager

  Yes

• D. The supervisor

  Yes

MODULE 16. Site inspections & record-keeping

Question 1. RPE are inspected on site. Why ?

• A. The supervisor must be there to ensure it is done properly

  Yes

• B. Immediately prior to use the operative should ensure his RPE is fit to be used .

  Yes

• C. Exhalation valves may deteriorate if not checked regularly

  Yes

• D. Inspections done in the yard might not be valid .

  Yes

Question 2. The names of operatives and their time in the enclosure is recorded for

• A. Pay records

  Yes

• B Health records

  Yes

• C. Sickness records

  Yes

• D. Hot work records

  Yes

Question 3 How often should RPE be examined by a competent person ?

• A. Hourly

  Yes

• B. Daily

  Yes

• C. Weekly

  Yes

• D. Monthly

  Yes

Question 4 Health records should be kept for how long ?

• A. 2 years

  Yes

• B. 10 years

  Yes

• C. 25 years

  Yes

• D. 40 years

  Yes

Question 5. How often should NPU’s be examined when on site

• A. Daily

  Yes

• B. Weekly

  Yes

• C. Monthly

  Yes

• D. Only if they are broken and not working

  Yes

MODULE 17. Management systems & monitoring

Question 1. How often would hygiene units be inspected and recorded when in use ?

• A. Yearly

  Yes

• B. Six monthly

  Yes

• C. Fortnightly

  Yes

• D. Daily

  Yes

Question 2. How often should H type vacs be inspected when in use ?

• A. Yearly

  Yes

• B. Six monthly

  Yes

• C. Fortnightly

  Yes

• D. Daily

  Yes

Question 3. Prior on any work starting , what should be fully set up and working ?

• A. The stores

  Yes

• B. Generators

  Yes

• C. DCU

  Yes

• D. RPE

  Yes

Question 4. How often should a NPU be sent away for DOP testing

• A. Daily

  Yes

• B. Weekly

  Yes

• C. 6 Monthly

  Yes

• D. Yearly

  Yes

Question 5 How often should a VAC be sent away for DOP testing ?

• A. Daily

  Yes

• B. Weekly

  Yes

• C. 6 Monthly

  Yes

• D. Only when it’s broken

  Yes

MODULE 18. RAs & POWs

Question 1. When is a POW needed ?

• A. For all work with asbestos

  Yes

• B. Only when the is notified to the HSE

  Yes

• C. Only for work with amphiboles

  Yes

• D. When requested by the client

  Yes

Question 2. Risk Assessments ?

• A. Don’t effect members of the public

  Yes

• B. Are only there because the HSE wants them

  Yes

• C. Are a way of identifying risks and eliminating them or reducing them to the lowest level

  Yes

• D. Should be given to the HSE before any work starts

  Yes

Question 3. The POW must be ?

• A. Signed by each operative

  Yes

• B. Read by each operative

  Yes

• C. Understand by each operative

  Yes

• D. Read by the supervisor

  Yes

Question 4. Which of the following should be included in the POW ?

• A. Operatives national insurance numbers

  Yes

• B. Contact numbers for local emergency services

  Yes

• C. Company’s previous POW’s from other jobs

  Yes

• D. Vehicle tax details

  Yes

Question 5. Which of the following must be on site at all times during the Asbestos removal works ?

• A. A copy of the licence

  Yes

• B. Insurance certificates for company vehicles

  Yes

• C. Clearance certificate from the last job

  Yes

• D. National insurance cards for all operatives

  Yes

MODULE 19. Information, instruction & training

Question 1. Employers are required to provide which of the following ?

• A. Appropriate information, instruction and training

  Yes

• B. Appropriate information , instruction and salaries

  Yes

• C. Tea breaks and free lunches

  Yes

• D. Information on a need to know basis , daily performance reviews and salaries

  Yes

Question 2. Copies of training certificates must be kept ?

• A. Verified copies on site at all times

  Yes

• B. Kept with the HSE until needed

  Yes

• C. Displayed on the wall

  Yes

• D. At home

  Yes

Question 3. Who must attend annual asbestos refresher training ?

• A. Managers and directors

  Yes

• B. Supervisors

  Yes

• C. Operatives

  Yes

• D. All of the above

  Yes

Question 4. Refresher training should aim to achieve the following ?

• A. Re-run of initial training

  Yes

• B. Give new information and share good and bad practice

  Yes

• C To enable an employee to get a CSCS card

  Yes

• D. To meet and discuss H&S issues

  Yes

Question 5. Respirators should be checked ?

• A. Daily

  Yes

• B. Weekly

  Yes

• C. When you feel like it

  Yes

• D. When it looks like it needs it

  Yes

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