UK Construction Health & Safety Practice
Examination
Comprehensive 65-question assessment covering CDM Regulations, Working at Height,
COSHH, Manual Handling, Excavation Safety, Electrical Systems, PPE, and Site
Emergency Procedures.
Part I: Exam Questions
Question 1
Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), who is
responsible for preparing the initial Pre-Construction Information document?
● A) The Principal Contractor
● B) The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Inspector
● C) The Client
● D) The Site Supervisor
Question 2
When planning a task involving work at height, what is the very first step required by the
Work at Height Regulations 2005 hierarchy of control?
● A) Avoid working at height wherever reasonably practicable
● B) Provide collective fall arrest equipment such as safety nets
● C) Issue safety harnesses and lanyards to all operatives
● D) Inspect all ladders and stepladders before use
Question 3
Which piece of legislation primary sets out the legal duty for employers to conduct risk
assessments for all manual handling activities on UK construction sites?
, ● A) The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
● B) The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
● C) The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
2013 (RIDDOR)
● D) The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (as amended)
Question 4
Under current UK Health and Safety legislation, who is legally obligated to provide
personal protective equipment (PPE) to direct employees free of charge?
● A) The Principal Designer
● B) The Employer
● C) The individual worker
● D) The Trade Union safety representative
Question 5
What does a COSHH hazard symbol showing a black skull and crossbones inside a red
diamond signify?
● A) Corrosive substance causing skin burns
● B) Acute toxicity which can be fatal or toxic if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed
● C) Flammable gas or liquid requiring isolation from ignition sources
● D) Environmental hazard damaging aquatic life
Question 6
What is the primary purpose of a site-specific Method Statement in construction
management?
● A) To outline the financial budget and procurement plan for site materials
● B) To detail the working hours and overtime rates for site operatives
● C) To serve as an insurance certificate for high-risk equipment
● D) To provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to safely perform a task
Question 7
What is the standard reduced low voltage supply recommended for portable hand tools
and temporary site lighting on UK construction sites?
, ● A) 110V center-tapped-to-earth (55V to earth)
● B) 230V single-phase mains supply
● C) 400V three-phase industrial supply
● D) 12V direct current battery supply
Question 8
At what minimum depth must an excavation on a construction site be provided with
suitable shoring, trench boxes, or battering back to prevent collapse risks?
● A) 3.0 metres
● B) 2.5 metres
● C) Any depth where there is a risk of collapse or falling material
● D) Exactly 1.2 metres
Question 9
In the event of discovering an unidentified, suspicious white fibrous material during
refurbishment work, what immediate action should site workers take?
● A) Spray it with water and sweep it up into standard waste bags
● B) Put on FFP3 dust masks and continue working carefully around it
● C) Take a sample to the site office for lab testing
● D) Stop work immediately, evacuate the area, and inform the site manager
Question 10
Who must be appointed under CDM 2015 on projects involving more than one contractor
to coordinate health and safety during the design phase?
● A) Principal Designer
● B) Principal Contractor
● C) Client Project Manager
● D) Lead Architect
Question 11
According to HSE guidance on manual handling, what is the recommended maximum
guideline weight for a male worker lifting a load at elbow height close to the body?
, ● A) 15 kg
● B) 25 kg
● C) 35 kg
● D) 50 kg
Question 12
Which category of safety sign is distinguished by a blue circle containing a white symbol?
● A) Warning sign (indicates specific hazard)
● B) Prohibition sign (must not do)
● C) Mandatory sign (must carry out specific action)
● D) Safe condition sign (location of emergency exits or first aid)
Question 13
How often must a scaffold used for construction access be thoroughly inspected by a
competent person under the Work at Height Regulations?
● A) Every 7 days, after adverse weather, or after any substantial alteration
● B) Every 14 days without exception
● C) Once a month during standard site operations
● D) Only after erection and before dismantling
Question 14
What primary hazard is associated with working inside a deep, unventilated excavation
where organic material or gas lines may be present?
● A) Structural collapse of neighboring buildings
● B) High noise levels from nearby piling equipment
● C) Excessive dust inhalation leading to silicosis
● D) Hazardous atmosphere (toxic gases or oxygen deficiency)
Question 15
Under RIDDOR 2013, within what timeframe must a work-related accident resulting in an
employee being off work for more than 7 consecutive days be formally reported to the
HSE?
Examination
Comprehensive 65-question assessment covering CDM Regulations, Working at Height,
COSHH, Manual Handling, Excavation Safety, Electrical Systems, PPE, and Site
Emergency Procedures.
Part I: Exam Questions
Question 1
Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), who is
responsible for preparing the initial Pre-Construction Information document?
● A) The Principal Contractor
● B) The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Inspector
● C) The Client
● D) The Site Supervisor
Question 2
When planning a task involving work at height, what is the very first step required by the
Work at Height Regulations 2005 hierarchy of control?
● A) Avoid working at height wherever reasonably practicable
● B) Provide collective fall arrest equipment such as safety nets
● C) Issue safety harnesses and lanyards to all operatives
● D) Inspect all ladders and stepladders before use
Question 3
Which piece of legislation primary sets out the legal duty for employers to conduct risk
assessments for all manual handling activities on UK construction sites?
, ● A) The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981
● B) The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
● C) The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
2013 (RIDDOR)
● D) The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (as amended)
Question 4
Under current UK Health and Safety legislation, who is legally obligated to provide
personal protective equipment (PPE) to direct employees free of charge?
● A) The Principal Designer
● B) The Employer
● C) The individual worker
● D) The Trade Union safety representative
Question 5
What does a COSHH hazard symbol showing a black skull and crossbones inside a red
diamond signify?
● A) Corrosive substance causing skin burns
● B) Acute toxicity which can be fatal or toxic if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed
● C) Flammable gas or liquid requiring isolation from ignition sources
● D) Environmental hazard damaging aquatic life
Question 6
What is the primary purpose of a site-specific Method Statement in construction
management?
● A) To outline the financial budget and procurement plan for site materials
● B) To detail the working hours and overtime rates for site operatives
● C) To serve as an insurance certificate for high-risk equipment
● D) To provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to safely perform a task
Question 7
What is the standard reduced low voltage supply recommended for portable hand tools
and temporary site lighting on UK construction sites?
, ● A) 110V center-tapped-to-earth (55V to earth)
● B) 230V single-phase mains supply
● C) 400V three-phase industrial supply
● D) 12V direct current battery supply
Question 8
At what minimum depth must an excavation on a construction site be provided with
suitable shoring, trench boxes, or battering back to prevent collapse risks?
● A) 3.0 metres
● B) 2.5 metres
● C) Any depth where there is a risk of collapse or falling material
● D) Exactly 1.2 metres
Question 9
In the event of discovering an unidentified, suspicious white fibrous material during
refurbishment work, what immediate action should site workers take?
● A) Spray it with water and sweep it up into standard waste bags
● B) Put on FFP3 dust masks and continue working carefully around it
● C) Take a sample to the site office for lab testing
● D) Stop work immediately, evacuate the area, and inform the site manager
Question 10
Who must be appointed under CDM 2015 on projects involving more than one contractor
to coordinate health and safety during the design phase?
● A) Principal Designer
● B) Principal Contractor
● C) Client Project Manager
● D) Lead Architect
Question 11
According to HSE guidance on manual handling, what is the recommended maximum
guideline weight for a male worker lifting a load at elbow height close to the body?
, ● A) 15 kg
● B) 25 kg
● C) 35 kg
● D) 50 kg
Question 12
Which category of safety sign is distinguished by a blue circle containing a white symbol?
● A) Warning sign (indicates specific hazard)
● B) Prohibition sign (must not do)
● C) Mandatory sign (must carry out specific action)
● D) Safe condition sign (location of emergency exits or first aid)
Question 13
How often must a scaffold used for construction access be thoroughly inspected by a
competent person under the Work at Height Regulations?
● A) Every 7 days, after adverse weather, or after any substantial alteration
● B) Every 14 days without exception
● C) Once a month during standard site operations
● D) Only after erection and before dismantling
Question 14
What primary hazard is associated with working inside a deep, unventilated excavation
where organic material or gas lines may be present?
● A) Structural collapse of neighboring buildings
● B) High noise levels from nearby piling equipment
● C) Excessive dust inhalation leading to silicosis
● D) Hazardous atmosphere (toxic gases or oxygen deficiency)
Question 15
Under RIDDOR 2013, within what timeframe must a work-related accident resulting in an
employee being off work for more than 7 consecutive days be formally reported to the
HSE?
