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CITB Managers and Professionals Test

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1. How often must a competent person thoroughly examine lifting equipment for lifting persons, for example a cherry picker? Give one answer
A Every 12 months
B Every 18 months
C Every 24 months
D Every 6 months
Correct Answer: D Every 6 months
2. What action is required where passing traffic may block the view of highways signs? Give one answer
A A flashing light placed on top of the sign
B Signs must be duplicated on both sides of the road
C Signs must be larger
D Signs must be placed higher
Correct Answer: B Signs must be duplicated on both sides of the road
3. In which two places would you find information about the distances for setting out highways signs in advance of the works under different road conditions? Give two answers
A In the Pink Book
B In the Traffic Signs Manual (Chapter 8)
C In the Works Order
D In the new Code of Practice (Red Book)
E On the back of the sign
Correct Answer: B In the Traffic Signs Manual (Chapter 8), D In the new Code of Practice (Red Book)
4. When kerbing works are being carried out, how should kerbs be taken off the vehicle? Give one answer
A Ask your workmate to give you a hand
B Lift them off manually using the correct technique
C Push them off the back
D Use mechanical means, such as a machine fitted with a grab
Correct Answer: D Use mechanical means, such as a machine fitted with a grab
5. In which of the following circumstances would it not be safe to use a cherry picker for working at height? Give one answer
A When a roll-over cage is not fitted
B When the ground is uneven and sloping
C When the operator is clipped to an anchorage point in the basket
D When weather protection is not fitted
Correct Answer: B When the ground is uneven and sloping
6. A single vehicle is carrying out mobile highway works during the day. What must be clearly displayed on or at the rear of the vehicle? Give one answer
A A keep left or right arrow
B A road narrows (left or right) sign
C A roadworks ahead sign
D A specific task warning sign (for example, gully cleaning)
Correct Answer: A A keep left or right arrow
7. What is the main role of the principal designer under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015? Give one answer
A To ensure adequate welfare facilities are provided
B To ensure that relevant pre-construction information is included in the construction phase plan
C To monitor health and safety standards
D To plan, manage, monitor and co-ordinate the pre-construction phase
Correct Answer: D To plan, manage, monitor and co-ordinate the pre-construction phase
8. In accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, under normal circumstances, what written information must a principal contractor make available to workers or their representatives upon request? Give one answer
A Information for the purpose of bringing a legal proceeding concerning health, safety and welfare
B Information relating specifically to an individual's health
C Information relating to workers' health, safety and welfare
D Information which would be against the interests of national security concerning health, safety and welfare
Correct Answer: C Information relating to workers' health, safety and welfare
9. Who must be the first person a demolition contractor appoints before undertaking demolition operations? Give one answer
A A competent person to supervise the work
B A quantity surveyor to price the extras
C A safety officer to check on health and safety compliance
D A sub-contractor to strip out the buildings
Correct Answer: A A competent person to supervise the work
10. Which two of the following will help to minimise dust from stockpiles of soil? Give two answers
A Avoid moving materials when nearby residents are at home
B Damping down the materials with water
C Have a supply of face masks suitable for nuisance dust
D Regularly move or mix materials between stockpiles
E Seed the stockpile
Correct Answer: B Damping down the materials with water, E Seed the stockpile
11. A plant refuelling point is to be set up on a new site. Which of the following is the preferred method of fuel transfer? Give one answer
A Decanting from jerry cans using a funnel
B Gravity feed from a bulk storage tank
C Pumped system with a nozzle fitted with an auto cut-off device
D Siphon the fuel by mouth
Correct Answer: C Pumped system with a nozzle fitted with an auto cut-off device
12. You are planning a site's power set-up. Which of the following is the most energy efficient? Give one answer
A A combination of solar power and mains power
B A diesel powered generator
C A gas powered generator
D Mains electricity
Correct Answer: A A combination of solar power and mains power
13. What are you liable to pay landfill tax on? Give one answer
A On waste sent for energy recovery
B On waste that is landfilled
C On waste that is recycled
D On waste that is reused
Correct Answer: B On waste that is landfilled
14. When assessing pollution risk, before starting works on a construction site, which of the following should not be done? Give one answer
A Evaluate the risk of pollution entering existing drains and water courses during the works
B Inspect existing gullies, silt traps and oil separators
C Locate and identify water courses, surface water and foul water drains
D Seal up all drains and gullies on site
Correct Answer: D Seal up all drains and gullies on site
15. Which three of the following are possible pollution risks that could result from excavation activities? Give three answers
A Contaminated soils
B Disturbing protected species
C Dust
D Pumping out of silty water
E Work at height
Correct Answer: A Contaminated soils, C Dust, D Pumping out of silty water
16. Which piece of equipment may need to be used with a cable avoidance tool (CAT) in order to detect cables? Give one answer
A Excavator bucket with no teeth
B Gas detector
C Insulated shovel or spade
D Signal generator (genny)
Correct Answer: D Signal generator (genny)
17. What is the legal duty of the site manager when an invasive species of plant, such as Japanese knotweed, is discovered on site? Give one answer
A To ensure it is transplanted to a part of the site where it will not be disturbed in the future
B To inform the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) of its presence
C To leave it undisturbed as it is protected by law
D To prevent the spread of the plant in the wild
Correct Answer: D To prevent the spread of the plant in the wild
18. What should someone working from a cherry picker attach their lanyard to? Give one answer
A A designated anchorage point inside the platform
B A scaffold guard-rail
C A secure point on the boom of the machine
D A strong part of the structure that they are working on
Correct Answer: A A designated anchorage point inside the platform
19. What is the minimum height of the main guard-rail on a working platform? Give one answer
A 1,050 mm
B 750 mm
C 850 mm
D 950 mm
Correct Answer: D 950 mm
20. To ensure your safety when carrying out an inspection at height, who must erect mobile tower scaffolds? Give one answer
A A worker of the hire company
B Advanced scaffolders
C Someone who has the instruction book
D Someone who is trained, competent and authorised
Correct Answer: D Someone who is trained, competent and authorised
21. You need to walk past a 360° mobile crane. The crane is operating near a wall. What is the main danger? Give one answer
A Noise levels may increase above safe levels as they echo off the wall
B The crane's diesel exhaust fumes could build up near the wall and become a hazard to you
C You could be crushed if you walk between the crane and the wall
D You may put the crane driver off if they suddenly see you
Correct Answer: C You could be crushed if you walk between the crane and the wall
22. Why must you not walk behind a lorry when it is reversing? Give one answer
A Most lorries are not fitted with mirrors
B The driver is unlikely to know you are there
C The driver may think you are the signaller
D You could be overcome by exhaust fumes
Correct Answer: B The driver is unlikely to know you are there
23. Which of the following is the most effective way of preventing pedestrians being struck by site vehicles? Give one answer
A A wide site road with a good quality surface
B All vehicles must switch on their flashing amber beacon
C Hi-vis vests being worn when pedestrians walk up the site road
D Separate access gates and routes for pedestrians and vehicles
Correct Answer: D Separate access gates and routes for pedestrians and vehicles
24. Which of the following is the best risk control measure with regard to site vehicles reversing? Give one answer
A A vehicle marshaller should reverse all vehicles, especially on and off site
B All vehicles should be fitted with CCTV to help them reverse
C Setting a speed limit on site
D Vehicles fitted with reversing bleepers
Correct Answer: A A vehicle marshaller should reverse all vehicles, especially on and off site
25. In order to carry out a structural inspection a worker needs to wear a full body harness. They have never used one before. What must happen before they start work? Give one answer
A Ask someone wearing a similar harness to show you what to do
B Nothing, they should work it out by themselves
C Read the instruction book and follow the advice that it contains
D Their employer must provide them with information, competent advice and training
Correct Answer: D Their employer must provide them with information, competent advice and training
26. On the site electrical distribution system, which colour plug indicates a 400 volt supply? Give one answer
A Black
B Blue
C Red
D Yellow
Correct Answer: C Red
27. Why is temporary continuity bonding carried out before removing and replacing sections of metallic pipework? Give one answer
A To maintain the live supply to the electrical circuit
B To prevent any chance of blowing a fuse
C To prevent any chance of corrosion to the pipework
D To provide a continuous earth for the pipework installation
Correct Answer: D To provide a continuous earth for the pipework installation
28. How could a site worker check if the RCD (residual current device) through which a 230 volt hand tool is connected to the supply is working correctly? Give one answer
A Run the tool at top speed to see if it cuts out
B Press the test button on the RCD unit
C Switch the tool on and off
D Use a handheld RCD test meter
Correct Answer: B Press the test button on the RCD unit
29. What are yellow and black signs? Give one answer
A Mandatory signs - meaning you must do something
B Prohibition signs - meaning you must not do something
C Safe condition signs - giving you information
D Warning signs - alerting you of hazards or danger
Correct Answer: D Warning signs - alerting you of hazards or danger
30. How would you expect highly flammable materials to be stored? Give one answer
A Against the hoarding, furthest away from the site offices
B In a secure compound in the open air
C In the site storage container
D Stored in the back of the contractor's vehicle
Correct Answer: B In a secure compound in the open air
31. What does this sign mean? Give one answer
A Dispose of damaged safety helmets here
B Only white safety helmets allowed in this area
C Remove safety helmets in this area
D Safety helmets must be worn
Correct Answer: D Safety helmets must be worn
32. What colour are emergency and safe condition signs, such as fire exit and first aid points? Give one answer
A Blue and white
B Green and white
C Red and white
D Red and yellow
Correct Answer: B Green and white
33. How can you tell if a product is hazardous? Give one answer
A By the shape of the container
B By warning symbols on the container or packaging label
C It will always be in a black container
D It will always be in a cardboard box
Correct Answer: B By warning symbols on the container or packaging label
34. You find an unmarked container that you think might contain chemicals. What is the first thing you should do? Give one answer
A Ensure that it remains undisturbed and report it
B Move it to somewhere safe
C Put it in a bin to get rid of it
D Smell the chemical to see what it is
Correct Answer: A Ensure that it remains undisturbed and report it
35. What must all workers do under the regulations for manual handling? Give one answer
A Follow the requirements of their employer's safe systems of work
B Lift any size of load they feel comfortable with
C Make a list of all the heavy things they have to carry
D Only exceed the weights identified in the risk assessment if they know they are capable of lifting them
Correct Answer: A Follow the requirements of their employer's safe systems of work
36. Following the removal of asbestos when should a certificate of reoccupation be issued? Give one answer
A After the completion of licensed asbestos work
B After the completion of non-licensed asbestos work
C After the completion of notifiable non-licensed work
D Always, following the removal of any asbestos
Correct Answer: A After the completion of licensed asbestos work
37. Which of the following is the safest place to store oxyacetylene gas welding bottles when they are not in use? Give one answer
A In company vehicles
B In the immediate work area, ready for use the next day
C Inside the building in a locked cupboard
D Outside in a special secure storage compound
Correct Answer: D Outside in a special secure storage compound
38. Which of these tools is most likely to cause vibration white finger? Give one answer
A Battery-powered screwdriver
B Hammer and chisel
C Hammer drill
D Handsaw
Correct Answer: C Hammer drill
39. What are two recommended ways to protect your hearing? Give two answers
A Cotton wool pads over your ears
B Ear defenders
C Earplugs
D Rolled tissue paper
E Soft cloth pads over your ears
Correct Answer: B Ear defenders, C Earplugs
40. What illness can be caused by breathing in a dusty atmosphere for long periods of time? Give one answer
A Occupational asthma
B Occupational dermatitis
C Skin cancer
D Weil's disease (leptospirosis)
Correct Answer: A Occupational asthma
41. Your workers have been face-fit tested. What is one of the checks you can make to ensure their mask provides a tight seal? Give one answer
A That their voices cannot be heard when wearing the mask
B That they are clean shaven
C That they have no more than one week's stubble growth
D That they have no more than two days' stubble growth
Correct Answer: B That they are clean shaven
42. When must you wear hi-vis (high visibility) clothing? Give one answer
A During normal daylight hours only
B Only if you are inspecting deep excavations or tunnels
C Only if you are working alongside moving plant
D When the need is identified in the contractor's or your employer's site rules
Correct Answer: D When the need is identified in the contractor's or your employer's site rules
43. When must employers supply personal protective equipment (PPE)? Give one answer
A If it is in the contract
B If it is needed to provide protection
C If workers pay for it
D Twice a year
Correct Answer: B If it is needed to provide protection
44. Which two of the following factors must be considered when providing first-aid facilities on site? Give two answers
A The cost of first-aid equipment
B The difficulty in finding time to purchase the necessary equipment
C The hazards, risks and nature of the work carried out
D The number of people expected to be on site at any time
E The space in the site office to store the necessary equipment
Correct Answer: C The hazards, risks and nature of the work carried out, D The number of people expected to be on site at any time
45. A survey needs to be carried out on a remote unoccupied site. What should the worker be provided with? Give one answer
A A book on first aid
B A suitably stocked first-aid kit
C The first-aid box from the office
D The telephone number for the local HSE office
Correct Answer: B A suitably stocked first-aid kit
46. What must a travelling first-aid kit not contain? Give one answer
A Bandages
B Plasters
C Safety pins
D Tablets or medicines
Correct Answer: D Tablets or medicines
47. What condition can be caused by direct sunlight exposure on bare skin? Give one answer
A Acne
B Dermatitis
C Rickets
D Skin cancer
Correct Answer: D Skin cancer
48. When site workers need to handle harmful substances, which condition can be prevented by wearing the correct protection gloves? Give one answer
A Arthritis
B Raynaud's syndrome
C Skin disease
D Vibration white finger
Correct Answer: C Skin disease
49. What happens if a prohibition notice is issued by a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector or Local Authority? Give one answer
A The work currently in progress can be completed, but no new work can be started
B The work that is subject to the notice must stop
C Work can continue if extra safety precautions are taken
D Work can continue, as long as a risk assessment is carried out
Correct Answer: B The work that is subject to the notice must stop
50. From a safety point of view, which of the following should be considered first when deciding on the number and location of access and egress points to a site? Give one answer
A Access for heavy vehicles
B Access for the emergency services
C Off road parking for cars and vans
D Site security
Correct Answer: B Access for the emergency services