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Q1What is the PRIMARY purpose of wearing a hard hat on a construction site?
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✓ Correct answer: To protect against falling objects and head impacts
Hard hats are designed to protect the head from falling objects and impact from overhead hazards, which is their primary safety function on site.
Q2Before using a ladder, what is the MOST important inspection check?
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✓ Correct answer: Check for damaged rungs, bent stiles and cracks
Checking for damaged or missing rungs, bent stiles, and cracks is essential to ensure the ladder's structural integrity and prevent falls.
Q3What THREE elements make up the fire triangle?
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✓ Correct answer: Heat, fuel and oxygen
The fire triangle consists of heat, fuel, and oxygen. Removing any one of these elements will extinguish a fire.
Q4Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?
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✓ Correct answer: $$CO_{2}$$ extinguisher
$$CO_{2}$$ extinguishers are safe for electrical fires because they do not conduct electricity and leave no residue that could damage equipment.
Q5What angle should a leaning ladder be positioned at for safe use?
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✓ Correct answer: 75 degrees
The safe angle for a leaning ladder is 75 degrees, which follows the 1:4 rule (one unit out for every four units up) to prevent slipping or tipping.
Q6What does a PAT test sticker on electrical equipment show?
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✓ Correct answer: The equipment has been tested and the next inspection date
A PAT test sticker indicates that portable appliance testing has been completed and shows the next inspection date to ensure continued electrical safety.
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