CSCS Practice Test Respiratory Risks Please enter your email: 1. What is the biggest cause of long-term health issues in the construction industry? Give one answer Being struck by a vehicle Breathing in hazardous dust and fumes Loud noise Slipping and tripping 2. What must you ensure when using water to keep dust down when cutting? Give one answer That somebody stands next to you to pour water from a bottle That the water flow is correctly adjusted That there is as much water as possible That water is poured onto the surface before you start cutting 3. You have been asked to do some work that will create dust. What should you do? Give one answer Start work – no controls are needed as dust cannot cause serious harm or injury Use equipment to eliminate or reduce the dust, and wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) Work for short periods at a time You should not do the work. Dust is highly dangerous 4. What should you do if you find pigeon droppings and nests in an area where you are required to work? Give one answer Carry on with your work carefully, so you don’t disturb them Stop work and seek advice Try to catch the pigeons Wait for the pigeons to fly away before carrying on with your work 5. What is not important to check when assessing the use of on-tool extraction to control dust from a power tool? Give one answer That the extraction filters are clear and the unit is extracting dust That the extraction unit and filter rating is the correct type That the extraction unit is new That you know how to use the power tool correctly 6. What should you not do when sweeping up after drilling, cutting, sanding or grinding? Give one answer Dampen down the area Make sure there is plenty of ventilation Put your protective mask back on Work as quickly as possible to minimise exposure to dust 7. Which of these activities does not create harmful silica dust? Give one answer Breaking up concrete floors and screeds Chasing out walls and mortar joints or sweeping up rubble Cutting kerbs, stone, paving slabs, bricks and blocks Sawing timber and plywood 8. You need special respiratory protective equipment (RPE) to handle a chemical. None has been provided. What should you do? Give one answer Do not start work until you have been given the correct RPE and training Get on with the bob but try to work quickly Sniff the substance to see if it makes you feel ill Start the work but take regular breaks 9. You are planning work that needs to use a power tool to cut or grind materials. Give two ways to control the dust. Give two answers Fit a dust extractor or collector to the machine Keep the area clean and tidy Wear a dust mask or respirator Wet cutting Work slowly and carefully 10. What is the best way to limit exposure to dust when using a power tool? Give one answer Do the work quickly Only undertake the work during damp or wet weather Stand downwind of any dust Stop dust getting into the air 11. What should you do if the water you are using to control dust runs out? Give one answer Ask everyone to clear the area and then carry on Carry on but get someone to sweep up afterwards Put on additional respiratory protection Stop and refill the water 12. Which of the following is not a health effect of being exposed to paints and resins which have high levels of solvents? Give one answer Dermatitis or skin problems Drowsiness or poor co-ordination Headaches and sickness Hearing loss 13. Exposure to which of the following may not result in lung disease? Give one answer Asbestos Bird droppings Silica dust Strong smells 14. If you use a power tool to cut or grind materials, why must the dust be collected and not allowed to get into the air? One Answer Most dust can be harmful if breathed in The tool will go faster if the dust is collected To save time and avoid having to clear up the mess You do not need a machine guard if the dust is collected 15. When drilling, cutting, sanding or grinding what is the best way to protect your long-term health from harmful dust? Give one answer Use dust extraction or wet cut and wear a hard hat, hi-vis jacket and light eye protection Use dust extraction or wet cut, wear a FFP3-rated dust mask, hearing protection and impact goggles Wear a FFP3-rated dust mask and impact goggles Wear any disposable dust mask, a hard hat, hi-vis jacket, hearing protection and impact goggles 16. What can cause occupational asthma? Give one answer Breathing in hazardous dust, fumes or vapours Exposure to loud noise Exposure to rat urine Skin contact with any hazardous substance 17. Where are you likely to breathe in the highest quantities of dust when drilling, cutting, sanding or grinding? Give one answer In a large indoor space In a small room Outside on a still day Outside on a windy day 18. What illness might you develop if you breathe in dust and fumes over time? Give one answer Laryngitis Occupational dermatitis Occupational lung disease Skin cancer 19. Which of the following do you not need to do to ensure that someone’s mask works? Give one answer Check it is being worn correctly Check the mask is the correct type needed Check the wearer has passed a face-fit test wearing the mask Immerse it in water to ensure the seals are tight 20. You have been given a dust mask to protect you against hazardous fumes. What should you do? Give one answer Do not start work until you have the correct respiratory protective equipment (RPE) Do the bob wearing the mask but work quickly Start work but take regular breaks Wear a second dust mask on top of the first one Loading … Question 1 of 20