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HS&E Operatives practice question: Housekeeping and site access (1 of 7)
C. Safety 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.
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Extension leads for several power tools are lying across the main corridor on the floor you are working on.
What is the best way to deal with this?
Choose one answer.
- AA. Tell people to step over the leads carefully
- BB. Cover the leads with loose boards
- CC. Leave them, as they will be moved at the end of the day
- DD. Run the leads at high level, or use cordless tools
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Answer: D
- A. Wrong: Wrong. People still trip, especially when carrying materials. Remove the hazard instead.
- B. Wrong: Wrong. Loose boards create a new trip hazard and can hide damage to the cables.
- C. Wrong: Wrong. Slips and trips are among the most common injuries on site. Deal with the hazard now.
- D. Right: Right. HSE says run cables at high level, especially along corridors, or use cordless tools so no cables are needed.
Explanation
Keep walkways clear. Run cables at high level or use cordless tools, and keep your work area tidy.
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