Working at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR)

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

• To ensure all work is done at ground level

• To apply to all work at height where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause personal injury

• To regulate the use of heavy machinery

• To provide guidelines for office safety

What percentage of all major injuries are caused by 'low falls' (i.e., below 2 metres)?

• 75%

• 80%

• 87%

• 90%

What is the height below which 'low falls' are categorized?

• 1 metre

• 1.5 metres

• 2 metres

• 2.5 metres

According to the document, from what height can injury occur?

• Only above 2 metres

• Only above 3 metres

• From any height

• Only above 1 metre

Which organization is responsible for workplace safety regulations?

• City & Guilds

• OSHA

• HSE

• WHO

Which type of access equipment is used for reaching high places and can be extended vertically?

• Trestles

• Mobile towers

• Scissor lift

• Hop ups

Which type of access equipment is a self-propelled device that can lift workers to high places?

How many people are seriously injured each year at work due to falling from a leaning ladder or stepladder?

• 500

• 800

• 1200

• 1500

Which of the following is NOT a reason people fall from leaning ladders and stepladders?

• The leaning ladder slipping either at the top or bottom

• The leaning ladder flipping over or coming away at the top

• Proper use of the ladder

• Overstretching

What is omitted for clarity in the diagram showing the correct angle for positioning a leaning ladder safely?

• Securing

• Levelling device

• Top stiles

• Side slope