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HS&E MAP practice question: Wildlife and protected sites (4 of 4)

E. Environment 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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An ecologist confirms protected species on your site.

What should you look at before applying for a licence?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Avoiding harm, such as by timing the work
  2. B. Moving the animals yourself
  3. C. Carrying on as planned and hoping for the best
  4. D. Filling in the habitat quickly
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. GOV.UK says avoid harm first, for example by doing work at times of year that cause least harm. A mitigation licence is a last resort.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Capturing or disturbing them can be an offence.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. That risks committing an offence.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Damaging the habitat can be an offence.

Explanation

Avoid harming protected species first, for example by timing work. Licences are a last resort.

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