NCCER Core Curriculum Module 1 |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct &
Verified
What is the primary purpose of safety gear on a construction site?
✔✔Safety gear protects workers from potential hazards, reduces injuries, and ensures
compliance with regulations.
Why is it important to follow safety protocols on a job site?
✔✔Following safety protocols helps prevent accidents, reduces the risk of injury, and ensures a
safe work environment for everyone.
What is the first step to take if you notice a hazard on a construction site?
✔✔Report the hazard immediately to your supervisor or safety officer.
What should you do if you are unsure about how to operate a piece of equipment?
✔✔Request proper training before operating the equipment to ensure safe use.
Why is it important to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) on a construction site?
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, ✔✔PPE helps to protect workers from injury and exposure to hazards such as falling objects,
toxic chemicals, and machinery.
What is the purpose of a job hazard analysis (JHA)?
✔✔A JHA helps identify potential hazards on a job site and outlines steps to control or eliminate
those hazards.
What should you do if you are not feeling well while working?
✔✔Notify your supervisor immediately and seek medical attention if necessary to prevent
worsening of the condition.
Why is maintaining good housekeeping important on a construction site?
✔✔Good housekeeping prevents accidents, reduces the risk of falls, and keeps the work area
organized and efficient.
What should you do if you discover a defective tool or piece of equipment?
✔✔Immediately report it to your supervisor and remove the tool or equipment from service until
it is repaired.
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Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct &
Verified
What is the primary purpose of safety gear on a construction site?
✔✔Safety gear protects workers from potential hazards, reduces injuries, and ensures
compliance with regulations.
Why is it important to follow safety protocols on a job site?
✔✔Following safety protocols helps prevent accidents, reduces the risk of injury, and ensures a
safe work environment for everyone.
What is the first step to take if you notice a hazard on a construction site?
✔✔Report the hazard immediately to your supervisor or safety officer.
What should you do if you are unsure about how to operate a piece of equipment?
✔✔Request proper training before operating the equipment to ensure safe use.
Why is it important to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) on a construction site?
1
, ✔✔PPE helps to protect workers from injury and exposure to hazards such as falling objects,
toxic chemicals, and machinery.
What is the purpose of a job hazard analysis (JHA)?
✔✔A JHA helps identify potential hazards on a job site and outlines steps to control or eliminate
those hazards.
What should you do if you are not feeling well while working?
✔✔Notify your supervisor immediately and seek medical attention if necessary to prevent
worsening of the condition.
Why is maintaining good housekeeping important on a construction site?
✔✔Good housekeeping prevents accidents, reduces the risk of falls, and keeps the work area
organized and efficient.
What should you do if you discover a defective tool or piece of equipment?
✔✔Immediately report it to your supervisor and remove the tool or equipment from service until
it is repaired.
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