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

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You need to drill fixings into old steelwork with a sprayed coating, in a 1980s building.

What should you do?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Stop and check for asbestos
  2. B. Drill quickly to limit the dust
  3. C. Wet the coating down and carry on drilling slowly
  4. D. Carry on, as coatings never hold asbestos
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE lists sprayed coatings on structural steelwork as a place asbestos may be found. If you think a material may contain asbestos, stop work.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Stop and check first.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Stop and check first.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Sprayed coatings can hold asbestos.

Explanation

Sprayed coatings on old steelwork may contain asbestos. Stop and check before drilling.

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