E. Specialist: HVACR – pipefitting and welding A free question from our original HS&E PFW practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
LEV is in use, but it doesn't control all the fume from a job.
What does HSE say?
Choose one answer.
AA. Carry on, as some extraction is enough
BB. Turn the LEV off, as it isn't working anyway
CC. Ask the welder to hold their breath
DD. Add suitable RPE as well as the LEV
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D
A. Wrong: Wrong. Where LEV falls short, add RPE.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Keep the LEV and add RPE.
C. Wrong: Wrong. Add suitable RPE.
D. Right: Right. HSE says where LEV alone doesn't adequately control exposure, it should be supplemented with adequate and suitable respiratory protective equipment (RPE).
Explanation
Where LEV doesn't control all the fume, add suitable RPE.