Unit 202: quiz 7 working at height Safety at Height Quiz

What is a necessary step before starting work at height?

• Conducting a thorough risk assessment and method statement

• Hiring more workers

• Buying new equipment

• Painting the work area

Why is working at height considered hazardous?

• It involves working from some form of access equipment

• It is always done at night

• It requires no training

• It is done without supervision

What is the benefit of using independent scaffold systems?

• They provide plenty of room to store materials

• They are cheaper than ladders

• They require no maintenance

• They are portable

What is the role of competent supervisors in site carpentry?

• Inspecting working platforms regularly

• Designing buildings

• Painting walls

• Operating machinery

What is a key consideration when working at height?

• Safety and risk management

• Speed of work

• Color of equipment

• Number of workers

How should ladders be used according to the document?

• As a workstation for erecting roofs

• For accessing work platforms only

• For carrying heavy loads

• As a permanent structure

What is not acceptable when using ladders?

• Using them for accessing work platforms

• Using them as a workstation when erecting roofs

• Tying them securely

• Inspecting them regularly

Where can additional advice on working at height be obtained?

• From the local library

• From the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

• From a construction magazine

• From a hardware store

What is the link provided in the document for?

• To access a construction equipment store

• To visit the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) website

• To download a construction app

• To register for a carpentry course

What is the purpose of the link provided in the document?

• To access a safety equipment catalog

• To visit the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) website

• To download a safety app

• To register for a safety course