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HS&E PLUM practice question: Other hazards on plumbing jobs (6 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 storing lengths of copper and plastic pipe on a site next to a primary school.
What does HSE say?
Choose one answer.
A A. Store them so they can't roll or toppleB B. Lean them against the site fenceC C. Leave them on the pavement for deliveryD D. Stack them as high as you can to save space on siteShow the answer and explanation Answer: A
A. Right: Right. HSE says store materials such as pipes so they cannot topple or roll, and keep children out of the site.B. Wrong: Wrong. They could fall onto people outside.C. Wrong: Wrong. They could trip or injure the public.D. Wrong: Wrong. High stacks can topple.Explanation Store pipes and materials so they can't roll or topple, and keep the site secure from children.
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