30 questions from the White Card construction induction (Australia) practice test.
10 questions, graded as you go, with the reason for every answer. Start free, no sign-up.
A total ban on the manufacture, supply and use of asbestos in Australia took effect at the end of which year?
C. 2003
The national ban on all forms of asbestos took effect on 31 December 2003. Buildings from before then, and especially those built before 1990, may still contain asbestos materials.
Reference: Safe Work Australia and Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency guidance on the 2003 asbestos ban
While stripping out an old bathroom, you uncover sheeting that you suspect contains asbestos. What should you do?
C. Stop work, keep others away and tell the supervisor
Stop work immediately, keep people out of the area and report it so a competent person can identify the material and arrange safe removal. Carrying on in a dust mask still disturbs the material and exposes you and others to fibres.
Reference: Model WHS Regulations, Part 8.3; How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace Code of Practice
Which licence allows a business to remove friable asbestos?
B. A Class A asbestos removal licence
Friable asbestos may only be removed by a Class A licensed asbestos removalist. A Class B licence covers non-friable asbestos only.
Reference: Model WHS Regulations, r 485 and 487