Preview Questions HSE Specialist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What is the primary purpose of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 in construction?

Which action should you take?

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To ensure that work equipment is only used for construction tasks

To ensure that equipment is maintained, used safely, and is appropriate for the task being performed

To assign responsibility for equipment use to individual workers

To minimize the financial cost of purchasing new equipment

Question 2: How should an HSE Specialist approach witness interviews during an incident investigation?

Which action should you take?

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By asking yes/no questions to expedite the interview process

By limiting the interview to just the immediate supervisors

By using open-ended questions and ensuring all accounts are documented and analyzed for discrepancies

By focusing only on the individual responsible for the incident

Question 3: What is the first step in implementing an effective waste management plan for a construction project?

Which action should you take?

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Conducting a comprehensive waste audit to identify types and volumes of waste generated

Establishing a recycling program for construction debris

Estimating the cost of waste disposal and recycling

Reducing the total amount of waste generated on-site

Question 4: In the context of risk assessments, what does "ALARP" stand for and why is it important?

Which action should you take?

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Acknowledging Levels of Absolute Risk; it determines tolerable risk limits

Analyzing Levels and Risk Assessment Protocol; it defines risk limits

Analyzing Low-risk Aspects of Risk; it assesses only low risks

As Low As Reasonably Practicable; it helps in reducing risks to the lowest possible level

Question 5: How often should a risk assessment be reviewed during a construction project?

Which action should you take?

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Risk assessments should be reviewed only once at the beginning of the project

Risk assessments do not need to be reviewed if no changes occur

Risk assessments should be reviewed regularly, especially when there are significant changes to the site or process

Risk assessments should only be reviewed after an incident occurs

Question 6: What is the key difference between "immediate causes" and "root causes" in an incident investigation?

Which action should you take?

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Immediate causes are only related to equipment, while root causes are related to workers

Immediate causes are the main causes of accidents, while root causes are irrelevant

Immediate causes are always external, while root causes are internal

Immediate causes are surface-level factors, while root causes are deeper systemic issues