The main function of a handrail on an independent scaffold is to

prevent operatives from falling

When erecting a proprietary tower for the first time, which of the following must be complied with?

Manufacturers’ specification.

The Work at Heights Regulations 2005 states that the employer has a duty to

ensure operatives are competent at height

The purpose of a base plate on an independent scaffold is to

distribute the load from standards

After painting a wall area alone, which of the following is the first stage of lowering an extension ladder?

Place the base against the wall and lower.

The maximum safe working height of a tower is determined by?

Referring to the manufacturer’s guidance information

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1
It is compulsory that working platforms are checked at least every
7 days
6 days
4 days
5 days
2
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.
3
The main function of a handrail on an independent scaffold is to
prevent operatives from falling
support the platform
prevent materials from falling.
brace the structure
4
What is the purpose of wire tie rods on a wooden extension ladder?
To reduce the weight of the ladder
To stop the ladder from slipping.
To help raise the ladder to the desired position.
To strengthen the ladder.
5
Which of the following would be the main hazard if toe boards were not installed on scaffolding?
Tripping.
Falling operatives.
Falling materials.
Scaffold collapse.
6
Before using a proprietary mobile tower, which of the following should be checked first?
Sole boards are in place.
Castor wheels are locked.
Access hatch in the platform is closed.
Adjustable base plates are fitted.
7
What task would the access equipment in the image be most suitable for?
Drilling into masonry.
Wallpapering a staircase.
Applying a long vertical stencil.
Wallpapering a large ceiling.
8
When erecting a proprietary tower for the first time, which of the following must be complied with?
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
Manufacturers’ specification.
Control of Noise at Work Regulations.
Electricity at Work Regulations.
9
The most suitable type of access equipment for changing a light fitting is a
roof ladder
pole ladder
trestle scaffold
stepladder
10
The minimum height for a handrail as stated by the Work at Height Regulations 2005 is
950 mm.
890 mm
840 mm
470 mm
11
The Work at Heights Regulations 2005 states that the employer has a duty to
ensure operatives are competent at height
promote working at height.
provide first aid training to all employees
inform the health and safety executive
12
The purpose of a base plate on an independent scaffold is to
connect transoms to ledgers
attach toe boards to tubes
connect braces to standards
distribute the load from standards
13
After painting a wall area alone, which of the following is the first stage of lowering an extension ladder?
Place the base 2 m away from the wall and lower.
Lower the ladder before touching the wall.
Place the base 1 m away from the wall and lower.
Place the base against the wall and lower.
14
What is the reason for storing tubular scaffold fittings in cool and dry conditions?
To prevent rust.
To prevent warping.
Reduce risk of fire.
To protect the environment.
15
The maximum safe working height of a tower is determined by?
Referring to the manufacturer’s guidance information
Multiplying the number of horizontal braces by 4
Referring to your company’s health and safety policy
Multiplying the number of diagonal braces by 4
16
When drilling a fixing to a wall, the best way to position a stepladder is with the treads
side-on from the left
facing the wall
side-on from the right
facing away from the wall.

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