Health and safety

Question 1

What are three types of asbestos and colour

Answer 1

Chrysotile:white
Amosite: brown
Crocidolite:blue

Question 2

What should you do if you have to work on asbestos

Answer 2

Use hand tools

Question 3

What do if I suspect asbestos

Answer 3

Stop work

Question 4

What does coshh mean

Answer 4

Control of substances hazardous to health

Question 5

What does HSE mean

Answer 5

Health and safety executive

Question 6

What does hazard sign look like

Answer 6

black diagonal stripes on a yellow background

Question 7

What does a prohibition sign look like

Answer 7

circular red band with a single diagonal cross line

Question 8

What 3 main places white asbestos can be found

Answer 8

Insulation, floor tiles and ceiling materials

Question 9

Why is asbestos dangerous

Answer 9

It can cause mesothelioma

Question 10

What are the 5 types of fire extinguishers

Answer 10

1.water-red
2.dry powder-blue
3.foam- cream
4.C02- black
5.wet chemical -yellow

Question 11

What is the water fire extinguisher/red for

Answer 11

Woods paper textiles

Question 12

What is the dry powder extinguisher used for

Answer 12

Flammable gases

Question 13

What is co2 extinguisher used for

Answer 13

Electrical energised equipment

Question 14

What is foam used for

Answer 14

Flammable combustible liquids

Question 15

What is wet chemical extinguisher used for

Answer 15

Cooking oils and fats

Question 16

What the 3 main components of a fire triangle

Answer 16

Fuel heat oxygen

Question 17

What are some common gases used in plumbing

Answer 17

1.butane
2.propane
3.natural gas
4.liquefied petroleum gas

Question 18

Who is required to give ppe

Answer 18

Employeer

Question 19

What angle should be used placed for safe use

Answer 19

75 degrees

Question 20

What is a riddor report

Answer 20

A work related accident report

Question 21

What is a purpose of a risk assessment

Answer 21

To identify potential harzads

Question 22

Why is ppe important

Answer 22

It protects plumbers from injuries

Question 23

What precautions should be taking when working in confined spaces

Answer 23

Ensure proper ventilation

Question 24

What to do if you suspect a gas leak while working

Answer 24

Evacuate the area and avoid using electric switches

Question 25

Why is it important to isolate the water supply before working

Answer 25

Prevent flooding

Question 26

Safety precautions taken when using power tools

Answer 26

Inspect tools for damage

Question 27

What are the correct procedure for handling hazardous chemicals

Answer 27

Read safety data sheet

Question 28

Why is proper lifting technique important

Answer 28

To prevent back injuries

Question 29

What is the importance of a lockout

Answer 29

To make sure the equipment can not be activated accidentally

Question 30

What should you always wear when working with plumbing tools

Answer 30

Safety goggles and tools

Question 31

How can you prevent slips and trips

Answer 31

Keep the area clean

Question 32

What should you do if you encounter asbestos

Answer 32

Stop work and tell your supervisor

Question 33

Why is it important to have fire extinguisher nearby

Answer 33

For any fires nearby

Question 34

types of eye protection

Answer 34

goggles and face shields

Question 35

How can you protect your hands

Answer 35

Wear gloves

Question 36

What should you do if you smell gas

Answer 36

Evacuate the area

Question 37

How can you ensure your plumbing tools are in good condition

Answer 37

Inspect them daily

Question 38

Can asbestos be found in artex ceilings

Answer 38

Yes

Question 39

What to do when doing manual handling

Answer 39

Plan the lift carefully

Question 40

what types of gloves are there for ppe

Answer 40

gauntelts, resisant gloves, heat resisant gloves

Question 41

types of respirators

Answer 41

dust masks and and resipartor