QUESTION 1

It is proposed to demolish an old building that is in service and to construct a new one on the space available. The old building contains asbestos as construction material. Outline-
(a) All the health and safety hazards associated with this particular demolition work

(b) All the health and safety measures that need to be taken both prior to the start and during the execution of the demolition works

QUESTION 2

(i) Outline five (5) hazards associated with the use of fork lift trucks

(ii) Describe four (4) safety precautions that need to be followed in the use of fork lifts

(iii) The replacement of fluorescent tubes in a workshop is to be carried out using a forklift. Outline the design features of the working platform in order to ensure its suitability

QUESTION 3

The depth of excavation along a main road for the purpose of laying sewer pipes is about 5 metres deep. A pedestrian access has been provided along one side of the road for the public. Describe all the measures that need to be implemented on site with respect to the health and safety of workers and public

QUESTION 4

An independent tie scaffold is to be erected for the purpose of the construction of a concrete block wall façade of height six (6) metres.

(i) Outline all the components that are necessary for the erection of the independent tie scaffold including the working platform. You may illustrate your answer by means of a sketch

(ii) Describe briefly all the safety issues related to the erection/dismantling and operation of an independent tie scaffold