HS&E Operatives practice question: Site induction and toolbox talks (3 of 7)
A. Working environment A free question from our original HS&E Operatives practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
An architect is visiting site for one hour and will be escorted by the site manager the whole time.
What induction does the visitor need?
Choose one answer.
AA. They need to know the main hazards and the controls
BB. None, because they are not a construction worker
CC. The full induction that workers get, lasting several hours
DD. Only a copy of the site rules sent by email
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A
A. Right: Right. HSE says escorted visitors only need to be made aware of the main hazards they may face and the control measures. Visitor inductions should match the visit.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Visitors can be hurt too. They need to know the main hazards and how they are being controlled.
C. Wrong: Wrong. HSE says visitor inductions should be proportionate. An escorted visitor needs the main hazards and controls.
D. Wrong: Wrong. Visitors should be made aware of the hazards on site that day, not just sent a document.
Explanation
Everyone on site needs an induction that suits their visit. Escorted visitors need to know the main hazards and controls.