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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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A worker's safety helmet has a crack after something fell on it.

What should happen?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Keep using it until the end of the job
  2. B. Wear it backwards to hide the crack
  3. C. Replace the helmet
  4. D. Tape over the crack
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Damaged head protection should be replaced.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. It still needs replacing.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says replace head protection if it is damaged.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. A damaged helmet may not protect the next time.

Explanation

Replace damaged head protection, and check helmets regularly.

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