Workshop Practice Supplementary NCV Level 2 — Document
March 2018 — NCV Level 2 — Workshop Practice Supplementary
NCV Level 2
2018
NCV Engineering
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1.1It is important th at all employees especially new ones, should be well trained with regard
1.2Most accidents are caused when people work carelessly or do not take the necessary safety precautions. Each accid ent is different from the other State
1.3When tools, equipment and materials are neatly placed or packed away in specially provided areas, the overall housekeeping of the business is in good order State any FIVE other benefits of good housekeeping.
1.4Briefly explain what a hazardous condition is in the workplace. (2\
1.5Name TWO basic items of personal protective equipment (PPE\that should be worn when doing general duties in a workshop (2\
1.6Whose responsibility is it, for an occupational health and safety programme to be successful? (2\
1.7What does the acronym EHS stand for? (1\ [20]20
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2.1State THREE basic things that a first aider should do when arriving at an
2.2A first aider should continuously monitor a casualty s vital signs and immediately react to any change of these vital signs. Name THREE of the vital signs a first aider needs to check. (3\
2.3Internal bleeding occurs when blood vessels are ruptured as a result of a direct blow to the body, a fracture, a sprain or a bleeding ulcer. Explain in THREE steps the treatment procedure for internal bleeding.
2.4Various options are given as possible answers to the following statements. Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A C\ next to the question number (2.4.1
2.4.4\n the ANSWER BOOK.
2.4.1Choking is an example of an illness. a respiratory disturbance. paralysis.
2.4.2The Heimlich Manoeuvre is used when someone has a heart attack. faints. chokes.
2.4.3The following are signs and symptoms of shock: Excessive bleeding Weakness and trembling Choking
2.4.4Mouth to mouth resuscitation is also called
2.5Giv e a brief definition of what an accident is. (2\ [15]15
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3.1.1Explain how screwdrivers are classified.
3.1.2Name the TWO most common types of screwdrivers in use. (2 2\ (4\
3.2Which hand tool is use to remove insulation from an electrical conductor
3.3State THREE uses of long nose pliers (3\
3.4What type of injury can be sustain ed when work ing incorrectly with a hand
3.5A lack of maintenance and misuse of hand tools can result in damage to the tools. State THREE things to keep in mind when caring for a bending spring. (3\ (12041012\
3.6It is important to take care of engineering hand tools and equipment to keep them in good working condition. State THREE procedures when storing ladders. (3\ [15]15
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4.1.1Name the power tool in FIGURE 1. (1\
4.1.2Identify the parts of the power tool indicated in FIGURE 1 labeled . Write
4.1.3Name any THREE personal protective clothing PPE that you would wear when cutting into plaster and br ick with
4.1.4Give ONE additional use of this power tool, other than cutting into plaster or brick. (1\ (12041012\ NC2980 (E\
4.2It is important to inspect power tools before using them to make sure they are in good working order. State TWO safety checks when inspecting a portable electric drilling machine. (2\
4.3All power tools should be maintained, cared for and stored properly to ensure they operate correctly and last longer. State TWO ways in which you would store a portable electric drilling machine. (2\
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5.1.1Which measuring instrument would you use to measure the height at which to mount a distribution board? (1\
5.1.2Name TWO types of the measuring instrument you used to measure the height at which to mount a distribution board. (2\ 5.
5.2.1 Make a neat label ed diagram of an engineering square. (4\
5.2.2 State TWO uses of the engineering square. (2\
5.2.3 State TWO factors that affect the accuracy of the engineering square. (2\
5.2.4 Explain how you can check that an engineering square is still set at 90 (2\
5.2.5 Explain how you will store the engineering square to prevent it from being damaged. (2\ [15]15
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6.1Worksite policies and procedures differ from workplace to workplace. State any FOUR worksite procedures you are familiar with. (4\
6.2Name the different kind of safety sign s described in the information given below
6.2.1A triangle with a black border, a yellow inner part and a picture in the centre
6.2.2A blue disc or circle without a border and a white picture in the centre
6.2.3A white square with a thin red border and a picture inside (3 1\ (3\ (12041012\
6.3Which type of fire extingu isher can be used to extinguish Class A, B and C fires (1\
6.4Name TWO type of slings used to lift big loads which cannot be hooked and lifted. (2\ [10]10
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7.1Solder wire is a metal alloy which consists of a mixture of two metals. Name these TWO metals (2\
7.2Flux is an important agent used in soldering. State THREE functions of flux in the soldering process (3\
7.3Desoldering is a process where soldered components or wires are removed. Name the TWO most common desoldering methods used. (2\
7.4Joints are sometimes necessary to extend the conductors to a required length. Name THREE different joints which are used in electrical work. (3\ [10] TOTAL: 10010
Mark Allocation
Total100 marks
Sections20 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 10 + 10 = 100 marks
Paper information
TitleDocument
SubjectWorkshop Practice Supplementary
LevelNCV Level 2
Document typeQuestion paper
Year2018
MonthMarch
Pages7
Downloads3
Examination context
Decade2010s
Years ago8y
SeasonAutumn (SH)
Start dayThursday
Exam periodMarch 2018
Days since exam3,145
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