ECS - Special Site Hazards

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  • Created on: 27-11-19 20:40

1. While digging a trench, you uncover a length of yellow marker tape at a depth of about 150mm. What does the presence of the marker tape mean?

  • B - There is a buried electrical cable and further excavation must be carried out with care
  • A - The area has a high water-table and precautions must be taken to prevent an in-rush of water
  • C - There is contaminated soil below the level of the marker tape and all excavation must stop
  • D - The excavation has reached a depth where the sides must now be supported
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2. When working alone...

  • C - Don't bother anyone if you have a problem, always sort it out yourself
  • D - Wear headphones, it will make the day go more quickly
  • A - Make sure someone responsible knows where you are
  • B - You can do away with protective equipment

3. You have to walk across a site several times a day, but have to dodge a lot of site traffic. The first thing you should do is:

  • D - Jump on the back of a vehicle if you can, its safer than walking
  • A - Have a word with the drivers
  • C - Tell your supervisor about the danger
  • B - Walk around the edges of the site to keep out of the wat

4. You have to enter a manhole in which you believe there could be toxic gases. You have not been provided with any Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE). What should you do?

  • A - Tell your supervisor that you will need RPE, and if necessary, training in confined space working
  • D - Just get on with the job, and accept the risks
  • B - Sniff the atmosphere in the manhole to see if you can smell harmful gases
  • C - Look into the manhole to see if you can see any harmful gases

5. A mobile plant operator can let you ride in the machine..

  • B - If it is raining
  • C - If it is designed to carry passengers
  • A - If you have a long way to go
  • D - At any time
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