building construction Paper 2 WASSCE (SC), 2017

Question 5

 

(a)        Sketch the conventional symbol for each of the following:
(i)         bath tub;
(ii)        switch socket outlet;

(iii)kitchen sink;

(iv)water closet.

(b)        State three causes of accident on site.

Observation

 

Most candidates were able to state three causes of accident on site;
-           sketch a timber stair of two steps.
However, majority of the candidates were not able to sketch the conventional symbol for bath tub, kitchen sink and water closet.
The expected response to question 5 is as given below:


5 (a)     Conventional Symbols:

 

(b)       State three causes of accident on site:

  1. when temporary platforms have not been properly braced or supported;
  2. when formwork or struts are removed without concrete attaining its hardened state;
  3. when correct protective clothing are not worn;
  4. when scaffolding are dismantled; without proper authority;
  5. when inspection are not carried out on machinery/equipment;
  6. human error/ lack of concentration;
  7. when wrong tools/equipment are used for work;
  8. when warning signs are not displayed;
  9. when safety rules are not followed on site.