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HS&E PLUM practice question: Other hazards on plumbing jobs (1 of 6) E. Specialist: Plumbing (JIB) A free question from our original HS&E PLUM practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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You are replacing old heating pipes in a 1970s school. The pipes have old lagging on them.
What should you do?
Choose one answer.
A A. Strip it off quickly and bag itB B. Wet it down and carry on cutting it out carefullyC C. Carry on, as lagging is never asbestosD D. Stop, as the lagging may contain asbestosShow the answer and explanation Answer: D
A. Wrong: Wrong. Disturbing asbestos releases fibres.B. Wrong: Wrong. Stop and find out what it is first.C. Wrong: Wrong. Pipe lagging is a common place for asbestos.D. Right: Right. HSE lists lagging on plant and pipework as a place asbestos may be found. If you think a material may contain asbestos, stop work.Explanation Old pipe lagging may contain asbestos. Stop and check before disturbing it.
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