Working at heights

Multiple Select

Which of these are classed as working at height?

• Operating an excavator on the ground

• Cleaning windows on a tall building

• Standing on a ladder to change a light

• Working on a construction site at ground level

Open Ended

Why do you think regulations for working at height are important for workplace safety?

Multiple Choice

What are some examples of working at height?

• Working on ladders, stepladders or hop ups

• Working on a flat roof

• Working on any access equipment

• All of the above

Open Ended

What is the difference between a hazard and a risk when working at height?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are considered hazards when working with ladders?

• Ladder not being placed on firm even ground

• Ladder is not secured top or bottom

• Using a defective ladder

• All of the above

Multiple Select

Select all the correct control measures when using ladders.

• Use at correct angle

• Do not overstretch

• Secure where necessary

• Ignore weather conditions

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a hazard associated with using mobile towers?

• Fixing their harness to the tower

• Being erected by trained people

• Not using outriggers when required

• Overloading the working platform

Multiple Select

Which of the following are recommended safety precautions when using mobile towers?

• Only use on firm even ground

• Work on the platform with all 4 brakes applied

• Use the tower in strong winds

• Climb the tower from the outside

Open Ended

What are some common hazards associated with independent scaffolding?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of fragile roof?

• Slates and tiles

• Glass roofs

• Concrete slabs

• Fibre cement sheets

Open Ended

List two safety precautions that should be taken when working on fragile roofs.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of safety controls when working on a roof?

• Safety netting

• Edge protection

• Use of harness and lanyard

• Removing all barriers

Multiple Choice

What is the biggest risk associated with internal voids in construction?

• Fire hazard

• Falling down them

• Electric shock

• Exposure to chemicals

Open Ended

Why is it important to fence off all exposed entrances to internal voids on a construction site?

Open Ended

What actions must be taken according to the Working at Height Regulations 2005 when carrying out work at height?