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HS&E Operatives practice question: Plant and site transport (4 of 8) D. High risk activities 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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You are walking across an area of site where diggers and dumpers are working.
What should you be wearing to help drivers see you?
Choose one answer.
A A. High-visibility clothingB B. Dark clothing, so you stand out against the sandC C. Ear defenders, so you are not distracted by the noiseD D. Nothing special, as drivers will look out for youShow the answer and explanation Answer: A
A. Right: Right. HSE says high-visibility clothing should be worn wherever vehicles or plant are working on site. Also use the marked walkways.B. Wrong: Wrong. Dark clothing makes you harder to see, especially in poor light.C. Wrong: Wrong. Ear defenders may be needed in noisy areas, but they don't help drivers see you.D. Wrong: Wrong. Drivers have blind spots and may not see you. Hi-vis and separate walkways keep you safer.Explanation Wear hi-vis wherever plant or vehicles are working, use the pedestrian routes, and stay out of blind spots.
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