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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 demolition site is in a confined space between other businesses.

What must the plan address?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Only the contractor's own staff
  2. B. Nothing extra, as small sites are lower risk
  3. C. Only the start and finish dates for the neighbours
  4. D. Protecting neighbours from collapse
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Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Neighbours and the public must be protected too.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Confined sites can make collapse more dangerous for neighbours.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Safety must be planned.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says protect nearby people and businesses, and address the collapse risk where the site is confined.

Explanation

On confined sites, plan to protect neighbours and the public from collapse and debris.

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