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E. Specialist: Demolition A free question from our original HS&E DEM practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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A site is too small for the exclusion zone that the planned demolition method needs.

What does HSE say to do?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Choose a different technique
  2. B. Make the zone smaller and carry on
  3. C. Put up a sign asking people to keep clear
  4. D. Do the demolition at night
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says debris must stay within the exclusion zone if a collapse occurs. Where space is limited, choose a different technique.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. A smaller zone may not contain the debris.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. A sign won't stop falling debris.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Timing doesn't make the zone big enough.

Explanation

If the site is too small for the exclusion zone a method needs, use a different method.

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