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HS&E Operatives practice question: Housekeeping and site access (4 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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A walkway across your site goes past stacks of materials and through a dark area under a slab.
What does HSE say a walkway should have?
Choose one answer.
- AA. Nothing special, as workers know the way
- BB. Only a sign at each end
- CC. Clear marking, good lighting and a good surface
- DD. Materials stored along it so they are easy to reach
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C
- A. Wrong: Wrong. Many slips and trips happen on poorly kept routes.
- B. Wrong: Wrong. Signs help, but the route also needs to be clear, lit and in good condition.
- C. Right: Right. HSE says walkways should be clearly marked, signed and lit, with good conditions underfoot.
- D. Wrong: Wrong. HSE says don't store materials where they block access routes.
Explanation
Keep walkways clearly marked, well lit, even underfoot and free of materials and cables.
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