WorksheetsAccess Equipment BW
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
What are pole ladders used for?
Climbing trees
Accessing scaffolds
Painting walls
Cleaning windows
Pole ladders can be up to ___ in length.
12m
10m
15m
8m
What are extension ladders?
Ladders that are fixed in length
Ladders that can be folded
Ladders split into sections which can be extended to reach the required height
Ladders used only indoors
What are step ladders mainly used for?
Outdoor work
Indoor work
Both indoor and outdoor work
None of the above.
What type of roofs are roof ladders used for?
Flat roofs
Sloped roofs
Curved roofs
None of the above
Roof ladders must be accessed from a ______, not a ladder.
scaffold.
roof hatch.
elevator.
staircase.
What feature of roof ladders prevents them from slipping down the roof?
Rubber feet
Hooked end
Wide base
Adjustable length
What should be done before every use of a ladder?
Inspect the ladder for any damage
Climb the ladder to test its stability
Place the ladder on a slippery surface
Use the ladder in low light conditions
On what type of ground should ladders only be used?
Solid ground
Slippery ground
Uneven ground
Wet ground
True or False: A ladder can be raised by one person on their own.
True
False
At what angle should a ladder stand?
75 degrees
60 degrees
45 degrees
30 degrees
True or False: It is safe to overreach when using a ladder.
True
False
What should be done if a ladder is more than 3m long?
Ensure it is secured at the top and bottom
Use it only indoors
Paint it a bright color
Only use it on flat surfaces
What must be the condition of the tubes used in tower construction?
The tubes used in tower construction must be in good condition, free from defects, and capable of supporting the structural loads.
The tubes can have minor defects as long as they are painted.
The tubes should be made of plastic for flexibility.
The tubes can be used even if they are slightly bent.
What is required of the ground on which the scaffold is placed?
The ground must be level and stable.
The ground must be sandy.
The ground must be wet.
The ground must be rocky.
Sole plates must be used to provide even weight distribution if the tower is to be used on what type of ground?
soft or uneven ground
hard ground
rocky terrain
concrete surface
Foot ties or plan bracing must be fitted as low as possible.
True
False
Working platforms must be close boarded.
True
False
Working platforms higher than 2m must have toe boards fitted at least how high?
at least 150mm high
at least 100mm high
at least 200mm high
at least 250mm high
What are the advantages of podium steps over step ladders?
They are cheaper
They offer trouble-free and secure access to ceilings and walls
They are more portable
They are more stylish
What is the length of a telescopic ladder when it is closed?
780mm
1.5m
3.3m
2m
What is a scissor lift?
A type of platform that can extend horizontally
A type of platform that can usually only extend vertically
A type of vehicle for transporting goods
A type of crane for lifting heavy objects
What is a cherry picker also known as?
A) Boom lift
B) Man lift
C) Basket crane
D) All of the above.
What are crawl boards designed for?
To be heavy and fragile for use in lofts
To be lightweight and robust for use in lofts
To be used in confined spaces
To be used as firewood
