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Monitoring and checking work questions for the Supervisory (SUP) specialist test

5 free questions on Monitoring and checking work, from section E. Specialist: Supervisory. Every question is original and explains why each option is right or wrong.

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Question 1

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You are supervising work where dust controls have been put in place.

What should you check?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Only that the controls were bought
  2. B. Nothing, once the risk assessment is written
  3. C. Only that workers have signed a form
  4. D. That they are used and maintained
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Controls only work if they are used and maintained.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Supervisors check that what was planned is actually happening.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. A signature doesn't show the controls are working.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says supervisors should make sure control measures are up to date and being properly used, maintained and monitored.

Explanation

Supervisors check that controls are being used, maintained and working, and that methods are followed.

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Question 2

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Your team was trained to use on-tool extraction last month.

How can supervision help?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. It shows whether training is working
  2. B. It isn't needed after training
  3. C. It replaces the training
  4. D. It only matters for new workers
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says good supervision can help monitor how effective training has been and whether workers have the competence to do the job.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Training doesn't always change how people work.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Supervision and training work together.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Everyone's work should be checked.

Explanation

Supervision checks that training has worked and that people can do the job safely.

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Question 3

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You see that a method statement is not being followed on your section of site.

What should you do?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Change the method statement to match what they are doing, without checking
  2. B. Stop and find out why, then put it right
  3. C. Ignore it, as long as the work gets done
  4. D. Write it down and mention it next month
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. The change needs assessing first.
  • B. Right: Right. HSE says supervisors should observe work and confirm methods are followed, and act on what they find.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. A method that isn't followed may no longer be safe.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Act straight away.

Explanation

If a method isn't being followed, stop the work, find out why and put it right. Review the method if it needs to change.

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Question 4

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A worker in your gang has developed skin problems after working with cement.

What should happen next?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Move the worker and say nothing
  2. B. Wait to see if others get it too
  3. C. Investigate it and review the controls
  4. D. Nothing, as skin problems are common
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Others may also be at risk.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Act on the first case.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says investigate any cases of ill health, apply the lessons and revisit plans and risk assessments.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Work-related ill health should be investigated.

Explanation

Investigate cases of ill health, learn the lessons and review your controls.

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Question 5

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A supervisor wants to check that hearing protection zones are being respected.

Which is the best way?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Only look at the risk assessment
  2. B. Ask the client once a year
  3. C. Assume it is fine if no one has complained about the noise
  4. D. Watch the work and talk with workers
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. The paperwork doesn't show what is happening on site.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. The client won't know day to day.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. People may not complain about something that harms them slowly.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says supervisors should observe work directly and check controls are effective.

Explanation

The best check is to see the work and talk with workers regularly.

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