WorksheetsAccess Equipment and Ladder Safety Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
At what height does work require the use of access equipment?
Above 1.5 metres
Above 3 metres
Above 0.5 metres
Above 5 metres
What are the three ladder classifications under European standards, and what is their maximum load capacity?
Class 3: Light domestic use – 125 kg
Class EN 131: Commercial/light trade use – 150 kg
Class 2: Light domestic use – 200 kg
Class 1: Heavy-duty industrial use – 175 kg
List two key safety checks you should perform before using a ladder.
Check for damage and ensure it is stable
Check the color and measure the height
Check the price and manufacturer
Check the weather and time of day
What is the correct angle for positioning a ladder, and what is the ratio used to achieve this?
75 degrees, 1:4 ratio
60 degrees, 1:2 ratio
90 degrees, 1:1 ratio
45 degrees, 1:3 ratio
Name two types of access equipment other than ladders and briefly describe their purpose.
Scaffolding and mobile elevating work platforms; both provide stable elevated work areas
Chairs and tables; both are for sitting
Ropes and pulleys; both are for lifting objects
Desks and cabinets; both are for storage
Which class of ladder is suitable for heavy-duty industrial use?
Class 1
Class EN 131
Class 3
Class 2
What is the recommended maximum weight for a ladder used for light domestic purposes?
175 kg
150 kg
125 kg
200 kg
When inspecting a ladder before use, which of the following should you check for?
Missing or damaged anti-slip feet
Color of the ladder
Manufacturer's logo
Number of steps
A ladder should be placed at an angle of 75° using a 1:4 ratio. If the ladder is 8 meters high, how far should the base be from the wall?
1 meter
2 meters
4 meters
0.5 meters
Which equipment provides a hydraulic platform for reaching elevated areas safely?
Scaffold
Cherry Picker (Boom Lift)
Step ladder
Rope ladder
