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HS&E HIW practice question: Traffic, vehicles and working at the roadside (4 of 6)

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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Your gang will be working at the side of a busy road.

What must the risk assessment look at in particular?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. The risks from other road users
  2. B. Only the weather forecast for the day
  3. C. Only the cost of the traffic control
  4. D. Only how long the job will take
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says make sure all risks, particularly from other road users, are properly assessed, and safe systems prepared.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Passing traffic is the main risk to assess.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Safety comes first, not just cost.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. The risks from traffic must be assessed whatever the length of the job.

Explanation

At the roadside, assess the risks from other road users and plan a safe system of work.

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