Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR)

What is the purpose of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR)?

• To ensure all work is done on the ground

• To prevent death and injury from a fall from height

• To ban the use of ladders and stepladders

• To provide financial compensation for falls

According to the guide, what should you do before working at height?

• Ensure all equipment is painted in bright colors

• Complete a detailed risk assessment for every job

• Work through simple steps to avoid and minimize risks

• Obtain a special working at height permit

Which of the following is a common misconception about working at height?

• Precautions for working at height are unnecessary

• Ladders and stepladders are banned

• Working at height is only dangerous in bad weather

• All work at height is high risk

What should you do to comply with the law when working at height?

• Use the most expensive equipment available

• Ensure workers have parachutes as a safety measure

• Do as much work as possible from the ground and ensure safety

• Only work at height during daylight hours

Who do the Regulations apply to if you control work at height?

• Only to employees who work at height

• Only to employers who own the building

• To anyone who controls work at height, including employers and those in control like contractors or factory owners

• Exclusively to construction workers

What is essential for employers and those in control of any work at height?

• To ensure work is done as quickly as possible

• To make sure work is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent people using the right type of equipment

• To complete tasks without any planning

• To use the cheapest equipment available

What is the definition of 'competent' when it comes to working at height?

• Someone who has a fear of heights

• A person with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to perform the task

• Anyone who volunteers for the task

• A worker who does not require any supervision

What type of protection should be considered first to help protect people working at height?

• Personal protection measures

• Collective protection measures

• The most expensive protection measures

• The least intrusive protection measures

What is an example of personal protection equipment for working at height?

• A hard hat for protection from falling objects

• Safety harness correctly connected to an energy-absorbing lanyard and anchor point

• Steel-toe boots

• Safety goggles

Which of the following are likely to be fragile when working at height?

• Roof lights

• Concrete blocks

• Steel beams

• Brick walls