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HS&E MAP practice question: Slips, trips, housekeeping and storage (2 of 4)
C. General safety 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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Most injuries on your site come from slips and trips.
Which would help most?
Choose one answer.
- AA. Buying more first aid kits for each cabin
- BB. Banning workers from carrying anything
- CC. Good housekeeping and clear walkways
- DD. Telling workers to look where they are going
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C
- A. Wrong: Wrong. First aid treats injuries but doesn't prevent them.
- B. Wrong: Wrong. That isn't practical. Fix the routes and housekeeping instead.
- C. Right: Right. HSE says keep walkways clear and lit, with good conditions underfoot, and keep work areas tidy.
- D. Wrong: Wrong. That helps a little, but the site conditions must be fixed.
Explanation
Prevent slips and trips with good housekeeping, clear and lit walkways and even surfaces.
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