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

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A tipper lorry keeps reversing along a closed lane to reach the gang.

What does HSE say about reversing?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Reversing is safe if the driver knows the road
  2. B. Reverse only with the cab window wound down
  3. C. Avoid the need to reverse where you can
  4. D. Reverse quickly so it is over sooner
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Reversing is a major cause of fatal accidents.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. HSE says design out reversing where you can.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says avoid reversing where possible, as it is a major cause of fatal accidents. One-way systems and turning areas help.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Speed makes reversing more dangerous.

Explanation

Reversing is a major cause of deaths. Plan the work so vehicles don't need to reverse.

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