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Welcome to Ward Training's 2025 CSCS Mock Test.
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Question 1.
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What should you do if you find a damaged tool on site?
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A. Use it carefully.
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B. Report it and stop using it.
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C. Fix it yourself.
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D. Leave it for someone else.
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The answer is B.
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Report it and stop using it.
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Always prioritise safety by reporting hazards.
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Question 2.
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What is the purpose of a risk assessment?
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a to increase costs b to identify and control hazards c to delay work d to avoid training
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the answer is b to identify
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and control hazards it's a key safety step question 3 what
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should you wear to protect your eyes on site a sunglasses b safety goggles c a hat d ear defenders
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The answer is B.
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Safety goggles.
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Eye protection is essential.
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Question 4.
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What does the colour red indicate on a fire extinguisher?
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A. Water.
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B. Foam.
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C. CO2.
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D. Dry powder.
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The answer is A.
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Water.
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Red signals water -based extinguishers.
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Question 5.
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What is the first action if you hear a fire alarm?
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A. Finish your task.
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B. Evacuate immediately.
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C. Check the source.
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D. Call your supervisor.
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The answer is B.
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Evacuate immediately.
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Safety first.
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Question 6.
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How should you lift a heavy load to avoid injury?
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A. Bend your back.
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B. Keep it close to your body.
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C. Twist while lifting D.
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Lift with one hand The answer is B.
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Keep it close to your body Question 7.
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What should you do if you see a spillage?
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A. Ignore it B.
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Clean it up and report it C.
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Cover it with debris D.
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Walk away The answer is B.
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Clean it up and report it Quick action reduces risks.
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Question 8.
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What is the main benefit of wearing a hard hat?
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A. Keeps you warm.
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B. Protects your head.
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C. Improves visibility.
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D. Reduces noise.
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The answer is B.
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Protects your head.
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Question 9.
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What does PPE stand for?
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A. Personal protection equipment.
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B. Public performance evaluation C.
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Professional property enhancement D.
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Permanent physical exercise The answer is A.
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Personal protection equipment Question 10.
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What should you do if a colleague is working unsafely?
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A. Ignore it B.
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Report it to your supervisor C.
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Join them D.
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Warn them casually The answer is B.
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Report it to your supervisor Question 11.
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What is the minimum age to take the CITB health, safety and environment test?
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A.
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16. B.
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18. C.
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21. D.
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25. The answer is A.
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16. Question 12.
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What should you check before using a ladder?
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A. Color B.
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Stability, condition and weight limit C.
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Length D.
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Brand The answer is B.
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Stability, condition and weight limit Question 13.
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What is a common cause of slips, trips and falls?
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A. Good lighting B.
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Uneven surfaces C.
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Proper footwear D.
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Clear walkways
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the answer is b uneven surfaces question 14 what should you
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do with waste on site a dispose in any bin b
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burn it c leave it on the ground d use designated skips
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the answer is d use designated skips this ensures compliance and environmental safety Question 15.
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What does a green and white sign indicate?
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A. Danger.
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B. Safe condition.
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C. Mandatory action.
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D. Warning.
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the answer is c mandatory action question 16 what is the
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purpose of a safety barrier a to decorate the site b
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to store tools c to prevent access to hazards d to mark parking
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the answer is c to prevent access to hazards question 17 what should you do
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if you feel dizzy at height a continue working b stop
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and report it c take a short break d ignore it
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the answer is b stop and report it this prevents serious accidents
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question 18 what is the safe distance from overhead power lines
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a 1 meter b 6 meters c 10 meters d 15 The answer is C.
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10 metres.
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This ensures safety as high voltage electricity can arc.
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Question 19.
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What should you use to protect your ears from loud noise?
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A. Safety goggles.
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B. Ear defenders.
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C. Hard hat.
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D. Gloves.
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The answer is B.
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Ear defenders.
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Question 20.
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What is the first step in an emergency evacuation?
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A. Raise the alarm.
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B. Gather belongings.
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C. Call home.
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D. Lock your tools.
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The answer is A.
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Raise the alarm.
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Question 21.
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What does a yellow and black sign mean?
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A. Safe area.
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B. Mandatory rule.
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C. Warning of hazard.
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D. Exit route.
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The answer is C.
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Warning of hazard Question 22.
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What should you do before operating machinery?
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A. Skip the checklist B.
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Let a colleague operate it C.
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Use it without guidance D.
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Check you have the proper training and authorisation The answer is D.
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Check you have the proper training and authorisation Question 23.
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What is a key sign of asbestos exposure?
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A. Improved breathing.
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B. Coughing or shortness of breath.
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C. Clear skin.
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D. Increased energy.
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The answer is B.
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Coughing or shortness of breath.
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Question 24.
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What should you do with unused materials?
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A. Store them safely.
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B. Leave them scattered.
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C. Throw them away.
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D. Sell them.
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The answer is A.
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Store them safely.
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Question 25.
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What is the maximum weight for manual lifting by one person?
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A.
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25 kilograms.
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B.
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10 kilograms.
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C.
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50 kilograms.
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D. No limit.
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The answer is A.
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25 kilograms.
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Question 26.
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What should you check in a first aid kit?
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A. Expiry dates B.
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Color C.
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Weight D.
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Brand The answer is A.
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Expiry dates Question 27.
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What does a red and white sign indicate?
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A. Prohibition B.
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Safe exit C.
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Mandatory action D.
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Warning The answer is A.
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Prohibition Question 28.
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What should you do if you see a gas leak?
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A. Ignite it to burn it off B.
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Evacuate and report it C.
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Continue working D.
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Open windows The answer is B.
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Evacuate and report it Question 29.
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What is the purpose of a sight induction?
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A. To socialise B.
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To learn site -specific safety rules C.
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To assign tasks D.
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To take a break The answer is B.
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To learn site -specific safety rules Question 30 What is the primary purpose of a method statement on site?
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A. To outline daily tasks B.
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To record worker attendance C.
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To describe how high -risk work will be carried out safely D.
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To list all materials required The answer is C.
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To describe how high -risk work will be carried out safely Question 31.
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Under the control of substances, hazardous to health regulations, how long must employers keep records of exposure assessments?
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A. Three months.
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B. Three years.
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C. Five years.
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D. Until the project ends.
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The answer is c.
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5 years.
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This ensures ongoing monitoring of risks.
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Question 32.
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Which factor contributes most to the risk of hand -arm vibration syndrome from power tools? a.
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Prolonged vibration without brakes b.
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Short exposure periods c.
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Using anti -vibration gloves.
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d.
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Operating in wet conditions.
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the answer is a prolonged vibration without brakes question 33 what is the recommended action
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if you need to use scaffold
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but the tag indicates do not use a do a visual inspection before using it b report it
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and await inspection by a competent person c use it for light duties only?
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D. Remove the tag and proceed.
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The answer is B.
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Report it and await inspection by a competent person.
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Question 34.
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In relation to noise exposure, what is the upper action value?
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A. The level requiring immediate evacuation.
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B.
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85 decibels over an 8 -hour day.
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C. The maximum permissible daily limit.
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D. A warning for short -term peaks only.
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The answer is B.
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85 decibels over an 8 -hour day.
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Question 35.
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Which environmental control measure is most effective for reducing dust spread during demolition?
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A. Increasing ventilation fans.
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B. Scheduling work at night.
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C. Wearing disposable coveralls.
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D. Wetting materials before cutting.
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The answer is D.
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Wetting materials before cutting.
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Question 36.
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What must be included in a risk assessment for working near overhead power lines?
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A. Minimum safe distances and method of work.
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B. Only visual checks for lines.
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C. Permission from the site manager d use of insulated tools the answer is a minimum safe distances and method of work
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question 37 how often should portable electrical equipment undergo visual inspections a daily by the user b before use
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and tested annually by a competent person C.
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Once a month D.
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Only after damage occurs The answer is B.
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Before first use
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and periodically by a competent person Question 38 What is a key requirement for loan working on a construction site?
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A. Site toilets B.
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Extra pay C.
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A body system D.
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Communication and emergency procedures
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the answer is d communication and emergency procedures question 39
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which substance is classified as a respiratory sensitizer under c o s h h a wood dust b isocyanates
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and paints c water d soil
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the answer is b isocyanates in paints question 40 what is
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the legal duty of employers under the manual handling operations regulations
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a eliminate all manual handling risks b limit all lifts to
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25 kilograms maximum c not allow any manual lifts d assess risks and reduce them where reasonably practicable.
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The answer is D.
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Assess risks and reduce them where reasonably practicable.
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Question 41.
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What is the correct procedure for using a fire extinguisher?
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A. Aim at the base of the fire and sweep side to side.
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B. Aim at the flames from a distance.
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C. Use it only after calling the fire brigade.
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D. Direct water at all fire types.
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The answer is A.
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Aim at the base of the fire and sweep side to side Question 42
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Which condition requires immediate medical attention if suspected on site?
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A. A bad cut B.
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Suspected head injury C.
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Persistent dizziness D.
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Muscle strain The answer is B.
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Suspected head injury Question 43.
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What is the minimum height for guardrails on a working platform?
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The answer is B.
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0 .95 metres Question 44 Which document must be consulted before working with asbestos?
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A. Daily task sheet B.
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Asbestos survey or register C.
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Site health and safety policy D.
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Equipment maintenance log The answer is B.
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Asbestos survey or register Question 45.
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What is the primary cause of trench collapse during excavation?
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A. Heavy machinery vibration.
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B. Insufficient shoring or sloping.
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C. Excessive water drainage.
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D. Shallow trench depth.
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The answer is B.
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Insufficient shoring or sloping.
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Question 46.
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Which electrical safety measure is most effective for preventing shocks?
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A. Using insulated tools B.
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Checking cables visually only C.
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Regular PAT testing of equipment D.
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Wearing rubber gloves The answer is C.
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Regular PAT testing of equipment Question 47.
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What should be done to control runoff water pollution from a construction site?
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A. Divert it to a temporary storage tank B.
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Install silt fences or sediment traps C.
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Allow it to settle naturally D.
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Use it for dust suppression The answer is B.
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Install silt fences
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or sediment traps Question 48 What is the maximum time a worker can be exposed to 90 decibels without hearing protection?
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A.
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8 hours B.
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4 hours C.
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2 hours D.
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1 hour The answer is C.
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2 hours.
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This aligns with noise exposure limits.
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Question 49.
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Which sign indicates the location of a first aid point?
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A. Green cross B.
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White cross on green background C.
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Red circle with a cross D.
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Yellow triangle with a cross The answer is A.
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Green Cross Question 50 What is the employer's responsibility regarding personal protective equipment, PPE?
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A. Provide it free if risks are identified B.
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Offer a discount for purchase C.
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Supply it only for outdoor work D.
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Require workers to source it The answer is A.
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Provide it free if risks are identified.
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Todo lo que necesitas para hablar con fluidez

Pronunciación con IAEvalúa cada oración
Práctica de IPADomina cada sonido
VocabularioConstruye tu banco de palabras
Juego de vocabularioAprende mientras juegas

Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección

Este vídeo tiene 325 frases y 1924 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 18:08. El hablante habla despacio, unas 106 palabras por minuto, así que hay tiempo para imitar cada sonido. Solo el 67 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés, por lo que el vocabulario es exigente.

Vocabulario clave de este vídeo

15 palabras del vídeo que vale la pena aprender, con su pronunciación y significado:

PalabraPronunciaciónSignificado
hazard sustantivo/ˈhæzəd/escollo
exposure sustantivo/ɪkˈspəʊ.ʒə(ɹ)/exposición
indicate verbo/ˈɪndɪˌkeɪt/indicar
vibration sustantivo/vaɪˈbɹeɪʃən/vibración
manual sustantivo/ˈmæn.j(u)əl/manual, enquiridión
safely adverbio/ˈseɪfli/seguramente, a salvamano
inspection sustantivo/ɪnˈspɛkʃən/inspección
mandatory adjetivo/ˈmæn.dəˌtɔɹ.i/obligatorio, necesario
competent adjetivo/ˈkɒmpətənt/competente
asbestos sustantivo/æsˈbɛs.təs/asbesto, amianto
ignore verbo/ɪɡˈnɔː/ignorar, desoír
assessment sustantivo/əˈsɛsmənt/evaluación, expertización
procedure sustantivo/pɹəˈsiː.d͡ʒə/procedimiento
dust sustantivo/dʌst/polvo
alarm sustantivo/əˈlɑɹm/alarma, rebato

Phrasal verbs que vas a escuchar

PalabraPronunciaciónSignificado
carry out verbo/ˈkæ.ɹi aʊt/llevar a cabo, llevar al cabo

Pronunciación a tener en cuenta

  • Los sonidos de “th”: authorization /ˌɔːθəɹaɪˈzeɪʃən/, breathe /bɹiːð/
  • Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: exposure /ɪkˈspəʊ.ʒə(ɹ)/, vibration /vaɪˈbɹeɪʃən/, inspection /ɪnˈspɛkʃən/, shore /ʃɔɹ/, machinery /məˈʃiːnəɹi/
  • Palabras largas — cuida el acento: mandatory /ˈmæn.dəˌtɔɹ.i/, supervisor /ˈsupɚˌvaɪzɚ/, electrical /ɪˈlɛktɹɪkəl/, stability /stəˈbɪlɪti/, reasonably /ˈɹiː.zən.ə.bli/

Cómo practicar con este vídeo

  1. Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
  2. Haz shadowing frase por frase a velocidad normal, repitiendo cada una hasta que tu ritmo coincida con el del hablante.
  3. Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como hazard, exposure, indicate.

Gramática en este vídeo

Las estructuras que más usa el hablante, con las palabras exactas del vídeo:

EstructuraEn el vídeo
Voz pasiva be + participio pasado — importa lo que ocurre, no quién lo hacewill be carried · must be included · is classified
Consejo con “should” should + verbo — decir qué es buena ideashould you do · should you wear · should you lift
Futuro con “will” will + verbo — una decisión, una promesa o una predicciónwill be
Obligación: must / have to / need to decir que algo es necesariomust employers · need to use

¿Qué es la Técnica de Shadowing?

Shadowing es una técnica de aprendizaje de idiomas respaldada por la ciencia, desarrollada originalmente para la formación de intérpretes profesionales y popularizada por el políglota Dr. Alexander Arguelles. El método es simple pero poderoso: escuchas audio en inglés nativo y lo repites en voz alta de inmediato, como una sombra que sigue al hablante con solo 1-2 segundos de retraso. A diferencia de la escucha pasiva o los ejercicios de gramática, el shadowing obliga a tu cerebro y músculos de la boca a procesar y reproducir simultáneamente patrones de habla reales. Las investigaciones muestran que mejora significativamente la precisión de la pronunciación, la entonación, el ritmo, el habla conectada, la comprensión auditiva y la fluidez al hablar, convirtiéndola en una de las metodologías más efectivas para la preparación del IELTS Speaking y la comunicación en inglés en el mundo real.

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