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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 working on drains where there are signs of rats.

What should you do to protect yourself from leptospirosis?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Leave cuts open to the air
  2. B. Rinse your hands in the drain water before you eat
  3. C. Cover cuts and wash hands before eating
  4. D. Eat your lunch in the trench
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Cover cuts so infection can't get in.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Drain water may carry the infection.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says cover cuts and grazes and wash your hands before eating, drinking or smoking.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Eat only after washing, away from the work.

Explanation

Around rats and drains: cover cuts, wear gloves, and wash before eating, drinking or smoking.

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