SHE Orientation Course For Construction Volunteers
Thank you for volunteering with Habitat for Humanity. This Safety, Health & Environment Course will give you
the information you need to avoid accidents or injuries while working on the Habitat build site. It will also help
you to understand Habitat’s safety policy.
Course Outline
1. SHE Policy for Habitat for Humanity
2. Worker Responsibilities
3. General Safe Work Practices
4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
5. Emergency Response
6. Equipment and Materials Hazards
7. Job Specific Hazards
8. Restricted Activities
9. Review
10. SHE Quiz
In this course we’ll cover ten basic topics:
1. SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT POLICY OF HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Your Safety is vital! Habitat for Humanity is vitally
interested in your safety and health
A copy of our Safety, Health & Environment Policy is posted at
every built site, and is also included in the Habitat Home Builder’s SHE Handbook you have been given. Please take the time to
read it.
Our SHE policy is:
• Posted at every build site
• Included in your Home Builder’s SHE Handbook
2. WORKER RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Participate in all required SHE training: SHE Orientation Course & daily safety-training sessions.
2. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and work clothes, as instructed.
3. Report to work in a fit condition. Alcohol and/or drugs ARE NOT permitted on the build site.
4. Report all injuries, ‘near-miss’ incidents, and other SHE incidents (no matter how slight) to the Site Supervisor immediately.
5. Report unsafe acts or conditions to your supervisor.
6. Follow first aid and medical treatment procedures and emergency response plans when necessary.
Each worker must understand that working in a safe manner is a requirement and is expected. Short cuts, unsafe acts or work practices are NOT acceptable.
As a Habitat volunteer, it is your responsibility to:
3. GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES
• Practice good housekeeping at all times. Keep your work place and access route clean and clear.
• Work at a safe speed, and never run on the job
• Learn the right way to do your job.
• Make sure all guards and other protective devices are in place and adjusted. Report deficiencies promptly to the Site Supervisor.
• Workers will not be allowed on the build site while their ability or alertness is severely impaired by fatigue, illness or other causes, as this might affect their ability to work safely.
• Never handle or tamper with any electrical equipment or materials unless you have received specific training and instructions from your supervisor.
• At all times WORK SAFE, don’t rush and be aware of what is happening around you. The leading cause of accidents on job sites is tripping and falling. Horseplay or playing around is not permitted.
We can avoid potentially harmful incidents on the job by following simple safety rules and using good common sense such as:
3. GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICESUNSAFE CONDITIONS
Some of the most common unsafe conditions in homebuilding are:
• Inadequate guarding and protection from fall hazards
• Poor housekeeping resulting in slip, trip and fall hazards
• Defective tools, equipment and materials and/or their improper use
• Improper use, handling, and storage of chemicals
• Inadequate guards or protection from electricity
• Inadequate guards or protection from moving machinery
• Inadequate warning system or emergency response plans
• Inadequate illumination or ventilation
Report all Unsafe Conditions at a job site to your site supervisor immediately!
3. GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES
UNSAFE CONDITIONS If you see an unsafe condition or activity:
• Stop the unsafe activity immediately if safe to do so.
• Report it to the Site Supervisor.
• Talk with the persons involved, discuss and agree on how to do the job safely.
4. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Hard hats must be worn at all times by
everyone on the build site.
Steel toe safety boots must be worn at all
times by everyone on the build site.
Safety glasses are required when eye hazards
are present.
Other PPE such as ear plugs, gloves, dust
masks, and fall protection are required for
specific tasks.
(PPE)
You must obtain and use the necessary protective equipment.
Hard hats and safety glasses are usually provided for your use at the Habitat build site, but you will usually need to provide your own safety boots. It is also a good idea to bring your own ear plugs and gloves, in case you need them.
Even in situations where others on the job site are not wearing their safety equipment, if you feel you are safer wearing PPE, then do so. Better safe than sorry!
If you are not sure how to use the safety equipment, be sure to ask. If you do not have any of these items be sure to advise your Site Supervisor.
While we may loan you Personal Protective Equipment, it is your responsibility to ask for it, and make sure you take it to the job site and return at the end of the day???
4. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
4.1 HARD HATS
Must be worn at all times on the job site, (legally required)
Must be worn properly, with the cap facing front, and
Should not be decorated with stickers (as they may hide cracks or damage)
Objects often fall from above, and it’s common to bump into things like brackets, scaffolding, beams and trusses. It makes sense to take this small precaution that can save your life.
4.2 SAFETY SHOES
Must be worn at all times on the job site
Must be CSA-certified, labeled with the green triangle patch
Should be checked regularly for damage
WHAT IF I FORGET TO WEAR MY SAFETY SHOES TO THE SITE?
Ask the Site Supervisor if there are any that you can borrow
If there are none on site for you to borrow you will need to get a pair on your own
You will not be allowed on the build site until you are wearing them
If you forget to wear your safety shoes to the build site:
4.3 SAFETY GLASSES
Must be worn whenever eye hazards are present
Should have side shields
Should be CSA approved industrial quality
Some of the hazards that can damage your eyes are:• Wood chips when sawing lumber
• Steel particles when hammering nails or using auto-nailers
• Dust during excavation and landscaping
• Dripping adhesives during plumbing work
• Material falling during overhead work, such as drywalling, painting and framing
• Protruding materials in your path
4.4 OTHER PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Ear Plugs or Ear Muffs
GlovesShould be worn when loading or unloading lumber or other materials, and when working with cement or other corrosive materials.
Should be worn when there is a risk of inhaling sawdust, concrete dust, drywall dust, fiberglass insulation or paint vapors .
Personal fall protection
When working at a height of more than 10 feet without safety rails, you must use the personal fall protection equipment pictured here. The use of this type of PPE requires special training and certification.
Should be worn when using or working near power saws, drills or other loud equipment.
Dust Masks
5. EMERGENCY RESPONSE
As part of your on site safety orientation at any HFH build site you will be informed of the site EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN. This includes:
Emergency evacuations.
First aid kits and Attendants
Fire extinguishers.
Chemical spill response procedures
MSDS sheets for hazardous materials
5.1 EMERGENCY EVACUATIONS
Know how to evacuate your worksite in case of an emergency. The Site Supervisor will review the procedure with you.
Be aware of all possible obstructions to access/egress routes. Access/egress routes may change frequently depending on where others are working and what you are doing.
Plan your escape path before starting work, this will save time in case of an emergency.
Maintain clear access/egress paths to each work area. Emergency Crews will then have easy and speedy access to the accident location.
In case of an emergency evacuation, Go to the designated safe gathering area so that everyone on site can be accounted for.
5.2 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND FIRST AID
When arriving at any job site, ask where the first aid station is, and who is certified in first aid.
The first aid certificate of the qualified person is posted on the notice board at the site first aid station
Get first aid for any injury, even the small one. It is a very small investment in time that will pay big dividends.
Every Habitat build site has a first aid station and a certified first aid person on site.
CUTS AND SPLINTERSOften they• Don’t seem serious, but
• Dirt and debris =infection
• Always get first aid right away
LEARN ABOUT EYEWASH STATIONSEvery build site has an eyewash station. Make sure you know how to use it before you begin working with chemical agents, like adhesives or foam insulation. It’s difficult to read the instructions when your eyes are full of chemicals.
FOREIGN OBJECTS IN EYES. If any eye
injury occurs,
• Get medical help as quickly as possible.
Removing a foreign object from the eye is
• Not a job for an amateur
5.3 HEAT AND COLD STRESS
Heat StressMost Habitat building is done it the summer, when heat can be a problem.Heat related illnesses can make you sick, even put you in the hospital.
Problems and symptoms:
Heat rashCrampsFaintingNausea
HeadachesDry hot skinDizzinessChills.
Heatstroke is a Medical Emergency:• High body temperature (40 C)
• No sweating – hot dry skin
• Confusion & irrational behavior
• Convulsions• Unconsciousness
If a co-worker shows any of these symptoms, act fast!
Prevention:
Wear light, loose, light colored clothing
Drink small amounts of water (8 ounces) every half hour.
Avoid coffee, tea, beer, or other drinks that make you urinate frequently.
Avoid eating hot, heavy meals that increase body temperature.
Be aware that your age, weight, fitness and health can reduce your ability to deal with the heat.
• Call the local emergency number or get them to a hospital right away!
5.3 HEAT AND COLD STRESS
Cold StressCold weather can also pose health & safety hazards.
Problems and symptoms:
FrostbiteHypothermiaBlue lips and fingersSlow breathing and heart rateDisorientation and confusionPoor coordination
• Convulsions• Unconsciousness
Prevention:
Wear several layers of clothing rather than one thick layer.
Wear synthetic fabrics next to the skin to "wick" away sweat.
Wear a waterproof outer layer, warm gloves & hats, and thick socks.
If your clothing gets wet, change into dry clothes immediately.
Wear footwear that’s not too tight (restricts blood flow). If you get hot , open your jacket but keep your hat and gloves on.
Take warm, high-calorie drinks and food.
Contact the Site Supervisor and/or first aider if you or someone else is experiencing any of these symptoms. Don't delay, these conditions require immediate action.
5.4 FIRE SAFETY
In Case of Fire:
Keep combustible material away from ignition sources
No open fires are allowed on the project site
Welding or disk cutting is only allowed within easy reach of a suitably rated and charged fire extinguisher
Store flammable liquids such as gasoline and solvents in approved containers in accordance with the local Fire Code.
• Convulsions• Unconsciousness
Prevention: To prevent fires:
Make a safe attempt to extinguish. Do not endanger your life.
Contact the supervisor and call 911 or the local Fire Department number.
Meet the Fire Department at the entrance of the worksite to direct them to the fire location.
All non-essential persons should vacate the area of the fire.
5.5 CHEMICAL SPILL RESPONSE
All chemical spills must be considered hazardous
All chemical spills of an unknown or unclassifiable nature will require area evacuation until the degree and nature of risk can be determined
Whenever a spill occurs, only trained and qualified persons will attempt a rescue or a clean-up response, and only if it is safe to do so
Do not physically come in contact with the spilled material
Always report any spill to the Site Supervisor
Never clean up a spill alone
6. EQUIPMENT & MATERIAL HAZARDS
Ladders
Scaffolds
Working Safely At Heights
Material Handling
Hand & Power Tools
Electricity
Chemicals
Vehicle & Pedestrian Safety
Cement Safety
In this section we’ll be talking about safety related to:
6.1 LADDERS
Step Ladders
Never climb past the second rung from the top
Make sure spreaders are locked in place before climbing the ladder.
When positioned by a door or walkway, lock or barricade the doorway to prevent collisions.
Should always rest against a firm surface.
Set up the ladder using the 1:4 rule. 1 foot out for every 4 feet up.
Always tie off the ladder at the top
Ladder must extend 3 feet beyond the top landing.
Make sure rubber safety feet are intact.
Straight Ladders
Broken or damaged partsElectrocution from power line contact FallsTrippingMusculoskeletal injury
Hazards:
Safe Practices
Check ladder for defects: loose nuts and bolts, rungs, spreaders, missing or damaged safety feet.
If damaged, don't use it. Tag it and get it fixed.
Watch for overhead power lines before carrying or using ladder.
When using a power tool in one hand, never hold onto a grounded object with the other hand.
Set ladder on a firm level surface. Make sure the ladder will not slip.
Use ladders only for short-duration work. Use a scaffold for long-duration work.
6.1 LADDERS
GeneralSafe Practices
Maintain 3-point contact: two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand, on the ladder at all times.
Keep your centre of gravity, don’t reach over the side.
Tie off to a fixed support when working above 3 metres (10 ft).
Use caution near openings such as windows or stairwells. Tie off if you could fall through.
Make sure your work boots are not wet or slippery.
Clear the area around the ladder so you can get on and off safely.
6.2 SCAFFOLDING
Scaffolding must be placed on a firm base.
Never change or remove scaffold members unless authorized.
Do not alter scaffolding members or use make-shift securement.
Do not ride on rolling scaffold when it is being moved.
Secure locking mechanisms on rolling scaffolds before anyone gets on.
Get Site Supervisor approval before erecting side rails on scaffolding.
Know safe working loads of scaffolds and work within those limits.
Do not allow tools, materials and debris to accumulate on scaffolds.
Improper installationElectrical contact with overhead wiresFalling off of scaffolding due to inadequate guardrailsFalling while climbing up or downBroken or damaged parts
Hazards:
Safe Practices
6.3 WORKING SAFELY AT HEIGHTS
Install properly constructed guardrails
Cover floor openings. Secure the covers and mark them as covers.
Use properly built scaffolds and work platforms.
Fall Protection
Falls cause about half the deaths from injury in construction each year. Falls are the cause of some of the most severe injuries on construction sites.
Different types of fall protection are required at different stages of homebuilding.
6.3 WORKING SAFELY AT HEIGHTS
3 metres (10 ft) or more above ground or floor level
above operating machinery
above hazardous substances or objects
while on an elevated work platform other than an acceptable scaffold with guardrails.
Personal Fall Protection SystemsIt is best to have guardrails or other systems that keep workers away from fall hazards. When
guardrails are not present, you will need to use a Personal Travel Restraint or Fall Arrest System: a full body harness and lanyard equipped with a shock absorber tied off to a fixed support or lifeline.
You are required to use this system whenever there are not appropriate guard rails and you are working:
When working with a Personal Travel Restraint or Fall Arrest system:
you must be trained in the particular system being used on site
you must know how to inspect the equipment
there must be a written record of training
IF IT’S IN THE AIR – IT’S DANGEROUS
6.4 SAFE MATERIAL HANDLING
‘Sized up’ the load and plan the route ahead of time?If there are sharp or breakable materials, wear gloves and safety glasses.
If there are hazardous chemicals, read the MSDS and know the precautions, recommended PPE and emergency response procedures.
Be sure all loads are balanced and secured properly
If you are carrying or moving an object and it starts to fall, let it fall. Many injuries occur because someone tries to stop a falling object
Get help from a co-worker or use a mechanical lifting device if you are lifting a heavy or large object
Never work underneath a suspended load, or under someone working above you
Never work directly above other workers
Plan and prepare for your material handling and moving work:
6.4 SAFE MATERIAL HANDLING
Lifting Basics & Back Safety:
Bend your knees – not your waist. This lets the strong muscles in your legs do the lifting.
Avoid twisting – which can overload your spine leading to serious injury. Keep feet, knees and torso pointed in the same direction when lifting.
Stretch your muscles before you lift and carry materials.
6.5 HAND & POWER TOOLS
Disconnect power when moving or repairing tools
Use tools only for their intended purpose
Never bypass broken switches on tools by plugging and unplugging the cord
Wear eye protection when there is a possibility of falling or flying particles
Ask for assistance and take time to practice if you are unfamiliar with a tool’s useDo not operate a power tool if you have not been trained to use it
Store tools out of the way
Do not use the electric cord to lift or lower the tool
Electric ShockCuts, punctures and other woundsSevered or crushed fingersShards or debris in the eyes
Hazards:
Safe Practices
6.5 HAND & POWER TOOLS
Double check all tools before you use them
Report all defective tools right away!
Never use a defective tool
Defective Tools are Dangerous!
Common tool defects to watch for:
Loose, split or cracked handles on hammers
Mushroomed heads on chisels, drills or steel wedges causing eye injuries
Files without handles
Frayed electrical cords
Broken, displaced, or inoperative guards
6.6 ELECTRICITY
Always plug tools & equipment into a ground fault circuit interrupter outlet (GFCI), particularly in wet conditions
Use only tools that are properly grounded or double insulated
Check to insure double insulated tools are not cracked or broken. Any shock or tingle means a ground fault is present and the tool should be repaired
Disconnect light circuits or tools from power source before moving or repairing them
Check cords for cracks, cuts or damaged plugs, tag out of service if damaged
Do not fasten electrical cords with staples, hang from nails or suspend by wire
Before drilling, nailing, cutting or sawing into walls, ceilings or floors, check for electrical wires or equipment
Locate all utilities before digging
Check the area for overhead powerlines before starting work, and maintain a safe distance
6.7 CHEMICALS
WHMIS Labels
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Worker Education
Homebuilding projects typically use cement, paints, glues, etc…. These chemicals can make you sick if you're not protected.
WHMIS is a Canada-wide system created so that people who work with hazardous materials have the information to protect their health and safety.
WHMIS is made up of three parts:
6.7 CHEMICALS
WHMIS LABELS
Are attached to any hazardous materialsGive the name of the materialWarn of dangersRefer to the MSDSGive precautionary and first aid measuresShow hazard symbols
Class A B C D1 D2 D3 E F
Compressed flammable oxidizer acute chronic radioactive corrosive dangerously
Gas toxic toxic reactive
If the material is no longer in its original container, the Site Supervisor will have attached a hand printed label with similar information.
6.7 CHEMICALS
MATERIAL DATA SAFETY SHEETS (MSDS)
Are kept on site for all hazardous materials
Contain detailed information for handling emergencies or clean-ups, and safe use of product
The supplier or manufacturer is required to supply a MSDS for each hazardous material they sell
6.7 CHEMICALS
WORKER EDUCATION
Done on site by Site Supervisor or SHE Coordinator
Covers the specific hazardous materials you will be working with on the build site
Explains work practices and emergency procedures relating to any hazardous materials you will be exposed to
6.8 VEHICLE & PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
The safe operation of powered vehicles is the responsibility of operators and pedestrians
The Operator: Must be adequately trained, and qualified. A valid operators’ license or current training card must be available at all times.
The Pedestrian: It is your responsibility to prevent incidents and accidents with moving vehicles and equipment.
Some important things to remember include:
6.8 VEHICLE & PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
Familiarize yourself with the various types of equipment and their travel routes
Wear high-visibility clothing
Never stand under a suspended load or raised forks, buckets, or blades
Parts of backhoes, cranes, and boom trucks swing around. Avoid the area where they can swing.
Always maintain eye contact with the operator when you approach equipment
Never approach equipment without the operator being aware of your approach, be aware of the blind spots around common vehicles and equipment
Things to remember:
6.9 CEMENT
Wear appropriate PPE and clothing
• dust mask and eye protection when pouring or mixing dry cement
• gloves, long sleeves and rubber boots when working with wet cement
Work upwind from cement dust
Remove rings and watches, as cement dust collects underneath and burns your skin
Remove any clothing contaminated by cement
When your skin contacts cement, wash with cold water right away
If your eyes are exposed to cement, rinse with cold water for 15 minutes.
Eye irritation & injuries from dry cement Irritation of the nose, throat, and lungsBurns and skin ulcers from wet cement
Hazards:
Safe Practices
7. JOB SPECIFIC HAZARDS
Framing & Rough-in Carpentry
Roofing
Siding
Insulation
Drywall
Landscaping
7.1 FRAMING & ROUGH-IN CARPENTRY
Falls TripsStruck by objects
Hazards:
Safe Practices
NoiseOverexertionWood dust
Remove nails from discarded lumber as soon as practical.
Watch and stay well clear of materials falling from above.
Use caution when walking on floor joists. Use a long, wide board to walk on.
Clean up as you go. Pick up after yourself.
Do not work beneath areas being roofed.
Never work at heights greater than 6 feet alone.
7.1 FRAMING & ROUGH-IN CARPENTRYSafe Practices
When standing up walls:
Tie in all interior partition walls and finish bracing before hoisting trusses
Never stand or walk on the top plate or a wall without fall protection
Work only from conventional scaffolding or other stable work platform
Make sure there are enough workers to spread trusses
When putting up trusses:
Be sure there are enough people to safely lift and hold up the wall
Have bracing ready so it can be fastened as soon as it is in place
Make sure the wall is fully supported until the bracing is up
7.2 ROOFING
FallsHeat exhaustion/strokeSun Exposure – UV radiationOverexertion Material falling on workersCuts and abrasions
Hazards:
7.2 ROOFING
Safe Practices
You must ensure 100% fall protection! Either:
• install scaffolding and/or railings around the entire perimeter, or
• be certified in Basic Fall Protection and use a Fall Arrest System with a full body harness.
Install a temporary 2x6 about 6” from the bottom of the first course of roof sheathing to prevent tools or personnel from sliding off the roof
Use caution when climbing onto or off of the roof.
Remove scrap debris and sawdust regularly to limit slips on the roof
Don't let sheathing lie loose on the roof. Fasten sheets right away
Do not carry heavy material or tools up ladders—use a hoist
Secure saws and other tools to the roof, so they don’t fall on anyoneDo not step backwards on a roof. Every year, experienced roofers fall off the roof by stepping backwards off of the edge.
Wear good gripping shoes with soft soles with some tread left
Never work on a roof alone.
7.3 SIDING
FallsCutsMaterial falling on workersElectrical extension cords and tools
Hazards:
Safe Practices
Ladders and scaffolds must be in good condition and properly secured .
Do not use step ladders as straight ladders.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges.
Remove nails from scrap—dispose of properly.
Do not overextend when working at heights.
Wear eye protection if chipping is possible.
Do not use power tools unless properly trained and authorized.
7.4 INSULATION
Fibre exposure to eyes Fibre exposure to skinCuts
Hazards:
Safe Practices
Wear safety glasses to avoid getting loose fibres in the eyes.
Wear gloves and avoid touching fibre-glass batts to your skin.
Wear a dust mask.
When cutting is required, leave the knife on the floor or in your pouch before installing insulation. An open knife is a hazard.
7.5 DRYWALL
Slips and falls – two thirds of slips and falls are drywall relatedOverexertion Cuts from drywall knives & screws
Hazards:
Safe Practices
Work with a partner to carry and install long sheets of drywall
When lifting and holding drywall to ceilings, keep feet shoulder length apart, and keep your knees bent
Do not carry drywall with an open knife in your hand
When cutting drywall, do not lean board against your leg or body
Clean up scrap material as you go to prevent trips and slips later
When sanding and finishing, wear an appropriate dust mask
7.6 LANDSCAPING
Dust exposureBack injuries from liftingElectric shock from buried power lines
Hazards:
Safe Practices
To avoid dust exposure, wet the ground or wear a dust mask
Use caution with hand tools— swings, jabs or excessive force can result in injuries.
Use proper tools for the job
Do not over lift - place supplies as close to the work area as possible, get help if needed
Before doing any digging, talk to the Site Supervisor to make sure the electric, gas, and phone companies have been contacted for the location of cables and pipes.
8. RESTRICTED ACTIVITIES
Entry into a confined space
Trenching and excavation
Concrete forming, placing, and finishing
Crane or boom truck hoisting and lifting activities
No employees or volunteers will enter the following restricted areas or perform the following activities without the express authorization of the Site Supervisor and successful completion of the site and job specific training as required by legislation:
9. REVIEW
Report any condition that looks unsafe to your Supervisor immediately
Wear steel toed / soled boots and a hard hat at all times
Wear safety glasses or other eye protection when necessary
Make sure you know how to evacuate your worksite in case of an emergency.
The first aid certificate of the on-site first aid person is posted on the notice board at the first aid station.
Check ladder for defects, don’t use if damagedWhen working at or above 3 metres (10 ft) always use some sort of fall protection
When lifting materials, bend your knees – not your waist.
Double check all tools before you use them, don’t use if damaged Check cords for cracks, cuts or damaged plugs, tag out of service if damaged
Before handling chemicals, read the WHMIS label to find out about hazards.
When working around moving equipment, be aware of the blind spots.
10. SHE QUIZ
Complete all questions by circling the one best answer.
The quiz is not difficult, and is only meant to help you review
the information covered in this course.
When you have completed the quiz, we’ll go over it together as a group to make sure everyone has the correct answers.
10. SHE QUIZ1. Our top SHE priority when working on a building site is
to:
a. Prevent all accidents and SHE incidents
b. Wear our safety equipment properly
c. Report all accidents promptly
2. When you identify an unsafe situation you should:
a. Correct it immediately if possible
b. Warn others in the area
c. Report it to the Supervisor
d. All of the above
3. One of the basic safety rules is:
a. Learning the right way to do a job
b. Never touch protruding nails…leave them alonec. If a tool is defective, tell the Supervisor when you
finish using it
4. One of the worker responsibilities is to:
a. Report unsafe acts or condition to your supervisor
b. Report all injuries, ‘near-miss’ incidents, and other SHE incidents (no matter how slight) to the Site
Supervisor immediately
c. All of the above.
5. The minimum Personal Protective Equipment required
at all times on a construction site are:
a. Long pants, shirt and a sun hat
b. Green patch Safety boots
c. Green patch Safety boots and a hard hat
6. One of the most serious health hazards when working
on a hot sunny day is:
a. Heavy sweating
b. Heat stroke
7. In the case of an Emergency Evacuation you should:
a. Get in your car and go home immediately
b. Put away any tools you are using before evacuating
c. Assemble at the designated safe gathering area
8. Before lifting heavy loads it is a good idea to:
a. Sit down and relax
b. Stretch before lifting
c. Notify everyone on the site that you are going to lift
something
9. If you don’t have the right tool for the job, you should:a. Use whatever is handy so as not to waste any time
b. Find the right tool and use it
10. If you must work at a height greater than 10 feet
without proper guardrails or scaffolding you need:
a. Excellent boots with a good grip
b. A fall protection system
c. A fall protection system and appropriate training
11. Before handling any hazardous chemicals you need to:
a. Put on your work gloves
b. Check the label and read the MSDS if unsure of
what precautions to take
c. Tell your Supervisor
12. When working around moving vehicles you need to:
a. Be aware of common blind spots and stay clear of
them
b. Watch the vehicle until it leaves the job site
c. Ignore it
13. When working with a power tool in wet conditions it is
a good idea to:
a. Wear rubber boots and a hat
b. Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet
c. Cover the tool with a plastic bag while you use it
14. When using a straight ladder you should:
a. Make sure the ladder is positioned 1 foot out for
every 4 feet up
b. Always tie off the ladder at the top
c. All of the above
10. SHE QUIZ (answers)1. Our top SHE priority when working on a building site is
to:
a. Prevent all accidents and SHE incidents
b. Wear our safety equipment properly
c. Report all accidents promptly
2. When you identify an unsafe situation you should:
a. Correct it immediately if possible
b. Warn others in the area
c. Report it to the Supervisor
d. All of the above
3. One of the basic safety rules is:
a. Learning the right way to do a job
b. Never touch protruding nails…leave them alonec. If a tool is defective, tell the Supervisor when you
finish using it
4. One of the worker responsibilities is to:
a. Report unsafe acts or condition to your supervisor
b. Report all injuries, ‘near-miss’ incidents, and other SHE incidents (no matter how slight) to the Site
Supervisor immediately
c. All of the above.
5. The minimum Personal Protective Equipment required
at all times on a construction site are:
a. Long pants, shirt and a sun hat
b. Green patch Safety boots
c. Green patch Safety boots and a hard hat
6. One of the most serious health hazards when working
on a hot sunny day is:
a. Heavy sweating
b. Heat stroke
7. In the case of an Emergency Evacuation you should:
a. Get in your car and go home immediately
b. Put away any tools you are using before evacuating
c. Assemble at the designated safe gathering area
8. Before lifting heavy loads it is a good idea to:
a. Sit down and relax
b. Stretch before lifting
c. Notify everyone on the site that you are going to lift
something
9. If you don’t have the right tool for the job, you should:a. Use whatever is handy so as not to waste any time
b. Find the right tool and use it
10. If you must work at a height greater than 10 feet without
proper guardrails or scaffolding you need:
a. Excellent boots with a good grip
b. A fall protection system
c. A fall protection system and appropriate training
11. Before handling any hazardous chemicals you need to:
a. Put on your work gloves
b. Check the label and read the MSDS if unsure of what
precautions to take
c. Tell your Supervisor
12. When working around moving vehicles you need to:
a. Be aware of common blind spots and stay clear of them
b. Watch the vehicle until it leaves the job site
c. Ignore it
13. When working with a power tool in wet conditions it is a
good idea to:
a. Wear rubber boots and a hat
b. Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet
c. Cover the tool with a plastic bag while you use it
14. When using a straight ladder you should:
a. Make sure the ladder is positioned 1 foot out for every 4
feet up
b. Always tie off the ladder at the top
c. All of the above
Please remember to sign the Volunteer Agreement at the back of the Homebuilder’s SHE Handbook and hand it in to the instructor.
Thank you.
