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HS&E MAP practice question: Temporary works (3 of 4)

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A small project is planning its temporary works.

Does the law require a person called a temporary works coordinator?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Only if HSE asks for one
  2. B. No, but they must still be managed
  3. C. Yes, on every project by law
  4. D. No, and temporary works don't need managing
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Answer: B

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Management is always needed, whoever does it.
  • B. Right: Right. HSE says there is no legal requirement to use that job title or the BS 5975 process, but temporary works must still be properly managed.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. The title is not a legal requirement.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. They must always be managed safely.

Explanation

A temporary works coordinator is good practice under BS 5975, not a legal title, but temporary works must always be managed.

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