Preview Questions HSE Specialist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: Which of the following regulations requires that workers working at height must be protected by collective fall prevention systems, such as guardrails?

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The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

The Work at Height Regulations 2005

Question 2: What is the environmental benefit of using recycled construction materials such as reclaimed wood or metal?

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It has no impact on environmental sustainability

It increases waste generation due to the recycling process

It increases the cost of materials without any noticeable environmental impact

It reduces the demand for raw materials, conserves energy, and lowers the environmental footprint

Question 3: Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, what is required to protect workers from fall risks?

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Only ropes should be used for protection, and no other systems are necessary

Workers can work without fall protection as long as they are supervised

Only a warning sign is required at heights above 2 meters

The use of suitable fall protection systems such as guardrails, fall arrest systems, or work positioning systems

Question 4: Under the UK Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, what is the primary duty of employers regarding health and safety?

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To eliminate all hazards before commencing work

To conduct quarterly risk assessments for workers

To provide a safe working environment only during operational hours

To ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees while they are at work

Question 5: How does the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards assist in sustainability reporting?

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It offers methods for reducing project costs

It provides a framework for measuring and reporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance

It provides guidance on regulatory compliance without addressing sustainability

It focuses solely on financial performance of construction projects

Question 6: When conducting a safety audit, what role do safety training records play in the audit process?

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They serve as evidence of a company's profit margin

They are only required for workers handling hazardous materials

They provide a general overview of the company's finances

They are essential for verifying that all workers have received the necessary training