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HS&E MAP practice question: Managing contractors and competence (1 of 4)

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You need to appoint a roofing contractor for a large repair job.

What must you check before appointing them?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Only that they are the cheapest quote
  2. B. That they have their own van
  3. C. Nothing, as the contractor is responsible for everything once appointed
  4. D. That they have the skills, knowledge and experience for the job
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Price matters, but you must check they can do the work safely.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Transport doesn't show competence.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. You still have a duty to choose a competent contractor and to manage the work.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says anyone appointing contractors must check they are competent to do the work safely.

Explanation

Check a contractor is competent before appointing them, then plan, manage and supervise the work.

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