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

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You are planning emergency arrangements for work in a sewer tunnel.

What does HSE say about relying on the emergency services?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. It is all that is needed
  2. B. It is fine if the site is near a fire station
  3. C. Only the client needs to plan for emergencies
  4. D. It isn't enough on its own
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Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. They may not arrive in time.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Plan your own rescue arrangements.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Those in control of the work must plan for emergencies.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says you should have emergency arrangements, and relying on the emergency services is not enough.

Explanation

Plan your own emergency and rescue arrangements. Don't rely only on the emergency services.

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