Practice Questions for NEBOSH Examinations Hazards Style Questions Paper 1

The first question in the NEBOSH examination has a suggested time limit of 30
minutes.
This question can be done either at the beginning of the examination, or at any
time during the examination. The first question is for 20 marks, with the marks
for each part of the question in brackets. A typical question for Section 1 is as
follows:

Question 1

Excessive dust levels have been discovered in a workplace, the principal cause
being the inefficient local exhaust ventilation system (LEV).

(i)
Identify FOUR indications that could have highlighted the LEV systems
inefficiency. (4)
(ii)
Outline the factors which could have reduced the LEV systems
effectiveness.
(8)
(iii)
Describe other methods of control to minimise levels of airborne dust
except from LEV. (8)

Question 2

Outline necessary precautions to be taken when pedestrians are required to work

close to vehicle movement areas.
(8)

Question 3

Factory cleaning staff use a rotary floor polisher each night.

(i)

Identify the associated hazards. (4)

(ii)

Outline what control measures could be used to reduce the risks.(4)

Question 4

Outline precautions needed when maintenance work is being carried out in an

underground storage vessel.
(8)

Question 5

Outline the principal requirements to ensure excavation work is carried out

safely. (8)

Question 6

With respect to work-related upper limb disorders (WRULDs).

(i)

Identify typical symptoms.

(4)

(ii)

Outline the factors that would increase the development of WRULDs.

(4)

Question 7

Outline what is required for a safe means of escape when evacuating a building
in the event of fire. (8)

Question 8

(i)

What are the principal hazards associated with the use of ladders at work?
(3)

(ii)

Explain how these hazards may be eliminated or reduced. (5)

Question 9

Outline the precautions to protect against electrocution when:

(i)

Excavating near underground cables

(4)

(ii)

Working near overhead power lines

(4)

Question 10

List EIGHT routine inspection items included on a checklist at the beginning of a

shift, before using a fork-lift truck.
(8)

Question 11

Outline EIGHT precautions that should be considered to prevent injuries to

children who may be tempted to access a construction site.