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HS&E MAP practice question: Managing asbestos (2 of 4) B. Occupational health, wellbeing and welfare A free question from our original HS&E MAP practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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A refurbishment and demolition survey is booked for part of a building.
What must happen in that area during the survey?
Choose one answer.
A A. Only office staff need to leaveB B. Windows must be shut, and people can stayC C. The area must be vacatedD D. Normal work can carry on next to the surveyorShow the answer and explanation Answer: C
A. Wrong: Wrong. Everyone must leave the area.B. Wrong: Wrong. The area must be vacated.C. Right: Right. HSE says the survey involves destructive inspection, so the area must be vacated during it.D. Wrong: Wrong. Destructive inspection can release fibres. The area must be empty.Explanation Refurbishment and demolition surveys are destructive, so the area must be vacated while they are done.
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