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E. Specialist: Supervisory A free question from our original HS&E SUP practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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A supervisor is so busy with paperwork and phone calls that they rarely get out onto the site.

Why is this a problem?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. It isn't, as paperwork is the main part of the job
  2. B. Only because they might miss a delivery
  3. C. Only because the client may visit
  4. D. They can't see the work or talk with workers
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Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Supervising means seeing the work and talking with the people doing it.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. The bigger risk is unsafe work going unnoticed.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Supervision is about the work, not appearances.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says problems emerge with heavy workloads and inadequate resources, and supervisors need the time and opportunity to interact with others.

Explanation

Supervisors need the time and resources to be on site, watch the work and talk with workers.

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