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Unit 220 erecting and dismantling access equipment
Unit 220 erecting and dismantling access equipment
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1
Before using a proprietary mobile tower, which of the following should be checked first?
Sole boards are in place
Access hatch in the platform is closed
Castor wheels are locked
Adjustable base plates are fitted
2
A tripping hazard has been identified. To reduce risk, scaffold boards should not overhang its support more than?
4 times the thickness
3 times the thickness
2.5 times the thickness
3.5 times the thickness
3
When selecting access equipment, which two of the following factors should both be considered?
RIDDOR & working height
Working height & lifting plan
Working height & ground conditions
Lifting plan & Ground conditions
4
The maximum safe working height of a tower is determined by?
Multiplying the number of diagonal braces by 4
Multiplying the number of horizontal braces by 4
Referring to your company’s health and safety policy
Referring to the manufacturer’s guidance information
5
What task would the access equipment in the image be most suitable for?
Wallpapering a large ceiling
Wallpapering a staircase
Applying a long vertical stencil
Drilling into masonry
6
Before erecting an aluminium extension ladder which two of the following must be checked?
The ladder for any defects & the accident book
The area of overhead cables & the lifting plan
The lifting plan & the accident book
The area of overhead cables & the ladder for any defects
7
It is compulsory that working platforms are checked at least every?
Six days
Four days
Seven days
Five days
8
When erecting a proprietary tower for the first time, which of the following must be complied with?
Electricity at work regulations
Manufacturers’ specification
Control of substances hazardous to health
Control of noise at work regulations
9
What is the main reason for using correct manual handling techniques when erecting a scaffold?
To reduce labour
To save time
To save money
To avoid injury
10
The main function of a handrail on an independent scaffold is to?
Prevent materials from falling
Prevent operatives from falling
Support the platform
Brace the structure
11
Which two of the following PPE must be worn when erecting access equipment?
High visibility vest & goggles
High visibility vest & hard hat
Ear defenders & hard hat
Goggles & ear defenders
12
The most suitable type of access equipment for changing a light fitting is a?
Roof ladder
Stepladder
Pole ladder
A trestle scaffold
13
What is the purpose of wire tie rods on a wooden extension ladder?
To stop the ladder from slipping
To help raise the ladder to the desired position
To reduce the weight of the ladder
To strengthen the ladder
14
When drilling a fixing to a wall, the best way to position a stepladder is with the treads?
Facing the wall
Side-on from the right
Side-on from the left
Facing away from the wall
15
What is the reason for storing tubular scaffold fittings in cool and dry conditions?
Reduce risk of fire
To prevent rust
To prevent warping
To protect the environment
16
After painting a wall area alone, which of the following is the first stage of lowering an extension ladder?
Lower the ladder before touching the wall
Place the base 2m away from the wall and lower
Place the base against the wall and lower
Place the base 1m away from the wall and lower
17
Which of the following would be the main hazard if toe boards were not installed on scaffolding?
Falling materials
Scaffolding collapse
Falling operatives
Tripping
18
The minimum height for a handrail as stated by the work height regulations 2005 is?
950mm
840mm
470mm
890mm
19
The purpose of a base plate on an independent scaffold is to?
Attach toe boards to tubes
Connect braces to standards
Distribute the load from standards
Connect transoms to ledgers
20
The work at heights regulations 2005 states that the employer has a duty to?
Ensure operatives are competent at height
Provide first aid training to all employees
Promote working at height
Inform the health and safety executive
