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HS&E HIW practice question: Signing, lighting and guarding (6 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 has to leave a road works site unattended until the next morning.

What should you do before you go?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Remove as many hazards as you can
  2. B. Leave it as it is until the morning
  3. C. Take the signs away so they aren't stolen
  4. D. Leave the trench open so it can dry
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. The code says if you have to leave a site unattended, remove as many hazards as you can before leaving. HSE also says secure the site at the end of each day.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Remove hazards and secure the site first.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Signs and barriers must stay to protect the public.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Open trenches must be covered or guarded.

Explanation

Before leaving a site unattended, remove what hazards you can and leave it secure, signed and guarded.

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