Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Practice Test

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What should be done with hazardous materials on a construction site?

  1. Store them in open containers

  2. Label them clearly and handle with care

  3. Leave them on-site for future use

  4. Dispose of them in regular waste bins

The correct answer is: Label them clearly and handle with care

Labeling hazardous materials clearly and handling them with care is essential for ensuring safety on a construction site. Proper labeling helps workers easily identify substances that pose health risks, such as chemicals or materials that may emit toxic fumes. By marking these materials clearly, workers can take the necessary precautions to avoid exposure. Handling hazardous materials with care involves following established safety protocols, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhering to material safety data sheets (MSDS). These practices help prevent accidents, injuries, and environmental contamination, making it crucial to manage hazardous materials responsibly. The other choices present unsafe practices: storing hazardous substances in open containers can lead to spills and exposure, leaving them on-site can result in accidents or unauthorized access, and disposing of them in regular waste bins does not comply with regulations regarding hazardous waste disposal.