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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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Dust is drifting from your demolition site onto nearby homes.

What does HSE say?

Choose one answer.

A. Only work when it is windy so the dust blows away
B. Ask the neighbours to keep their windows shut, and carry on
C. Limit the escape of dust and debris
D. Dust doesn't matter outside the site

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Answer: C

A. Wrong: Wrong. Wind spreads dust further.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Control the dust at source.
C. Right: Right. HSE says you should limit the escape of dust and debris.
D. Wrong: Wrong. Dust can harm neighbours and the public.

Explanation

Limit the escape of dust and debris, for example by damping down and using screens.

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