Respiratory Risks For Operatives Mock Test

Here are 21 questions that you might face in your CSCS exam to gain your CSCS Card. You will need to know about respiratory risks. All the questions are multiple choice, and you do not have a time limit to finish these questions here. So take your time and revise well. Good Luck!

Respiratory Risks CSCS Mock Test for Operatives

1. You need to use a power tool to cut or grind materials. Give TWO ways to control the dust from getting into the air.

Work slowly and carefully

Keep the area clean and tidy

Fit a dust extractor or collector to the machine

Wet cutting

Wear a dust mask or respirator

Question 1 of 21

2. What is the biggest cause of long-term health issues in the construction industry?

Slipping and tripping

Loud noise

Breathing in hazardous substances

Being struck by a vehicle

Question 2 of 21

3. If you use a power tool to cut or grind materials, why must the dust be collected and not get into the air?

The tool will go faster if the dust is collected

Most dust can be harmful if breathed in

You do not need a machine guard if the dust is collected

To save time and avoid having to clear up the mess

Question 3 of 21

4. When drilling, cutting, sanding or grinding you can breathe in high levels of harmful dust. These levels are likely to be highest when working:

in a large indoor space

outside on a windy day

in a small room

outside on a still day

Question 4 of 21

5. When using water to keep dust down when cutting you must ensure:

the water flow is correctly adjusted

somebody stands next to you and pours water from a bottle

water is poured onto the surface to soak it, before you start cutting

there is as much water as possible

Question 5 of 21

6. When using power tools it is important to:

do the work quickly to limit dust exposure

stand downwind of any dust

only undertake the work during damp or wet weather

stop dust getting into the air

Question 6 of 21

7. If using on-tool extraction to control dust from a power tool it is important to check that:

the extraction filters are clear and the unit is extracting dust

all of these answers

the extraction unit is the correct type

you are using the power tool correctly

Question 7 of 21

8. There are many kinds of dust and fumes at work. Breathing them in over time can cause you to develop:

occupational lung disease

sore throat

skin cancer

occupational dermatitis

Question 8 of 21

9. You have been asked to do some work that will create dust. What should you do?

Work for short periods at a time

Start work – no controls are needed as it's only dust

You should not do the work. Dust is highly dangerous

Use equipment that will eliminate or reduce the amount of dust whilst wearing correct personal protective equipment (PPE)

Question 9 of 21

10. Generally speaking how long can you use the same disposable mask for?

One day or one shift

Until it looks too dirty to wear

28 days

Five working days

Question 10 of 21

11. You need special respiratory protective equipment (RPE) to handle a chemical. None has been provided. What should you do?

Sniff the substance to see if it makes you feel ill

Get on with the job but try to work quickly

Start the work but take a break now and again

Do not start work until you have been given the correct RPE and training

Question 11 of 21

12. The high levels of solvents in some paints and resins can cause:

effects on other parts of your body

headaches, dizziness and sickness

lung problems

all of these answers

Question 12 of 21

13. Which of these activities does NOT create silica dust, which is harmful if breathed in?

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

Question 13 of 21

14. You have been given a dust mask to protect you against hazardous fumes. What should you do?

Wear a second dust mask on top of the first one

Do the job but work quickly

Do not start work until you have the correct respiratory protective equipment (RPE)

Start work but take a break now and again

Question 14 of 21

15. Occupational asthma can stop you working again with certain substances. It is caused by:

exposure to loud noise

skin contact with any hazardous substance

breathing in hazardous dust, fumes or vapours

exposure to rat urine

Question 15 of 21

16. You are using water as part of dust control and run out. Should you:

carry on but get someone to sweep up afterwards

ask everyone to clear the area and then carry on

stop and refill with water

carry on as you have nearly finished

Question 16 of 21

17. Exposure to which of the following may NOT result in lung disease?

Asbestos

Strong smells

Bird droppings

Silica dust

Question 17 of 21

18. You have finished your work and need to sweep up the dust created. What should you do?

Dampen down the area

Make sure there is plenty of ventilation

Put your protective mask back on

All of these answers

Question 18 of 21

19. Pigeon droppings and nests, which can be hazardous to your health, are found in an area where you are required to work. You should:

carry on with your work carefully

try to catch the pigeons

stop work and seek advice

let them fly away before carrying on with your work

Question 19 of 21

20. When drilling, cutting, sanding or grinding what is the best way to protect your long term health from harmful dust?

Wear a FFP3-rated dust mask and impact goggles

Use dust extraction or wet cut and wear light eye protection

Use dust extraction or wet cut, wear a FFP3-rated dust mask, hearing protection and impact goggles

Wear any disposable dust mask, hearing protection and impact goggles

Question 20 of 21

21. Which of the following do you need to do to ensure that your mask works?

Check it’s the correct type needed

Check you are wearing it correctly

Pass a face fit test wearing the mask

All of these answers

Question 21 of 21

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