CSCS Accident Reporting Test

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HS&E TEST

Accident Reporting and Recording

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A scaffold has collapsed and you saw it happen. What should you say when you are asked about the accident?

As little as possible because you don't want to get people into trouble

As little as possible, as you are not a scaffold expert

Who you think should be blamed and punished

Exactly what you saw, giving as much detail as possible

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Under what circumstance is a worker allowed to operate a plant vehicle?

If competent and authorised to do so

If they have been working for the company for over 6 months

If they have a full international driving licence

If they are the site manager or supervisor

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In order to reduce the risk of accidents, which one of the following should be avoided when driving vehicle on site?

Use designated turning areas

Drive-through loading and unloading areas

Reverse without the use of a vehicle marshaller

Implement a one-way system around the site

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If someone is injured at work, who should record it in the accident book?

The company contract manager

Someone from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

The first aider identified on site

The injured person or someone acting for them

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Which of the following does not have to be recorded in the accident book?

The injured person's home address

The injured person's national insurance number

Details of the injury sustained

The date and time that the injury happened

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What action should be taken if you witness a serious accident on site?

Ask your workmates what they think you should do

Say nothing in case you get someone into trouble

Tell your supervisor that you saw what happened

Telephone the local doctor for advice

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Why should you report an accident?

It helps the site find out who caused it

So that your company will be held responsible

So that everyone can find out what happened

It is a legal requirement

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While working on site you cut one of your fingers. What should you do?

Report it and get first aid if necessary

Wash it, and if it is not a problem carry on working

Clean it and tell your supervisor about it later

Report it at the end of the day or the end of the shift

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Why is it important to report near miss incidents on site?

To learn from them and stop them happening again

To find someone to blame so claims can be made

It is the law to report all near miss incidents

It is a requirement of the CDM Regulations

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You are injured in an accident at work. When should you report it?

Immediately, or as soon as possible

The next day before you start work

At the end of the day, before you go home

Only if you have to take time off work

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Which two of the following items should be recorded in the ancient book?

Injuries sustained

Date of the accident

National insurance number

Telephone number

Location of the hospital

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Which of the following statements best describes a near miss?

An incident where someone was injured and nearly had to go to hospital

An incident where you were just too late to see what happened

An incident where someone was injured and nearly had to take time off work

An incident that nearly resulted in injury or damage

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You have been injured in an accident at work and, as a result, are absent for more than seven days. Which two of the following actions must be taken?

The local hospital and the benefits office must be informed

You must pay for any first-aid equipment used to treat your injury

The emergency services must be called to find out how the accident happened

Your employer must inform the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

The accident must be recorded in the accident book

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What must be done if an operator is driving plant equipment faster than site speed limits?

Inform a supervisor or manager

Alert all other staff on site to be careful

Shout at the driver, telling them to slow down

Wait until they stop and talk to them about it

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Where should accidents that cause any injury be recorded?

In the site engineer's day book

In the main contractor's diary

In the building inspector's diary

In the accident report book

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When an accident / near miss occurs, who should be involved in the investigation?

Company investors

The owner of the company

All relevant staff

Company directors

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When must an accident be recorded?

Only when a person is injured and will be off work for three days or more

Only when an accident causes damage to plant or equipment

Only when a person breaks a major bone or is concussed

Only when an accident causes injury to a worker as a result of working activities

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You suffer an injury at work and the details are recorded in the accident book. What must happen to this accident record?

It must be kept in a place where anyone at work can read it

It must be treated as confidential under data protection laws

It must be destroyed at the end of the job, due to confidentiality

It must be sent to the insurance company at the end of the job

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Which two of the following are the main reasons for reporting accidents, incidents and near misses?

Certain incidents or accidents have to be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

To make sure none of the supervisors find out about the accident

To find out whom claims should be made again

To help the company avoid being prosecuted or fined

To understand how and things went wrong

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When must an entry be made in the accident book?

When a compensation claim is completed

When an accident causes injury to any worker

When a worker has been off sick for three days

Only if the accident involved broken bones

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Who must you report a serious accident to?

The police service

The ambulance service

Site security

Your employer

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Which two of the following would result in you being ordered off site?

Losing your road users' driving licence

Being under the influence of alcohol

Driving without using the flashing beacon

Driving downhill with a heavy load

Being under the influence of drugs

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If you have a minor accident, who should report it?

You, if possible

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

The sub-contractor

Anyone who saw the accident

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Who is responsible for reporting any unsafe conditions on site?

The Site Manager

Everyone one the construction site

The client or principal contractor

The Contracts Manager

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Which type of accidents should be recorded in the accident book?

Any injuries requiring treatment in a hospital

All accidents causing any kind of injury

Only accidents where time off work is required

Specified injuries only, such as broken bones, or death

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When must an accident be recorded in the accident book?

If a person is injured in any way

Only if a person suffers a broken bone

Only if a person has to attend hospital

If a person has a day off work with a cold

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What is the main objective of carrying out an accident investigation?

To identify the people involved

To place blame

To help track the cost of insurance claims

To fine the cause and prevent recurrence

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Which of the following is the least important reason for recording all accidents?

It might stop them happening again

Some accidents have to be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Details have to be entered in the accident book

To find out who is to blame and make sure they are prosecuted

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Why is Accident Reporting Important?

Accurate and timely accident reporting is crucial for maintaining safety on construction sites. It helps prevent further incidents, ensures compliance with legal requirements, and provides essential data for risk assessments. Properly reporting accidents also safeguards workers’ rights and helps improve health and safety protocols on-site.

What Will You Learn in This Test?

The CSCS Accident Reporting Test is designed to assess your understanding of the procedures and protocols for reporting accidents at construction sites. By taking this test, you will learn:

The types of accidents that must be reported
The appropriate steps to take immediately after an accident
Who to inform and how to complete an accident report
The legal responsibilities for employers and workers
How to prevent accidents in the future through effective reporting

Key Topics Covered:

Types of Accidents: Understanding the various accidents that occur on-site, including injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
Immediate Actions: What to do immediately after an accident, including first aid and emergency response.
Reporting Procedures: The correct steps for notifying supervisors, filling out reports, and following company protocols.
Legal Responsibilities: Employer and worker responsibilities according to health and safety legislation.
Preventive Measures: Identifying hazards and implementing safety measures to reduce the risk of accidents in the future.

Why Take This Test?

Stay compliant with construction safety regulations.
Protect workers’ health and safety by understanding the correct reporting protocols.
Enhance your knowledge of accident prevention and incident management on the job site.

Prepare for the CSCS Accident Reporting Test today and ensure you’re equipped to handle accidents effectively and responsibly on your construction site!