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HS&E MAP practice question: Consultation, induction and communication (3 of 4)

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An operative spots that a scaffold tie has been removed.

Under CDM 2015, what should they do?

Choose one answer.

A. Post about it on social media
B. Report it to whoever controls the work
C. Ignore it, as it is the scaffolder's job
D. Replace the tie themselves

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B

A. Wrong: Wrong. Report it on site so it can be fixed.
B. Right: Right. HSE says workers must report risks they find to whoever controls the work on site.
C. Wrong: Wrong. Workers must report risks that could affect themselves or others.
D. Wrong: Wrong. Only competent scaffolders should alter a scaffold.

Explanation

Workers must follow site rules, cooperate, and report risks to whoever controls the work.

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HSE: Construction workers, roles and responsibilities (CDM 2015)

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