CITB Specialists Working at Height Safety

Question 1

Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, when do the regulations apply?

Accepted Answer

Whenever there is a risk of a fall liable to cause personal injury

Answer

The Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply to any work at height where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause personal injury, regardless of the height involved.

Question 2

What is the correct hierarchy of control measures when planning work at height?

Accepted Answer

Avoid work at height; if unavoidable, prevent falls using collective measures; then minimise fall consequences

Answer

The hierarchy requires: first avoid work at height where reasonably practicable; then prevent falls using collective measures such as guardrails; finally minimise the distance and consequences of any fall.

Question 3

At what angle should a leaning ladder be set for safe use?

Accepted Answer

75 degrees to the ground, using the 1-in-4 rule

Answer

Ladders must be set at approximately 75 degrees, which follows the 1-in-4 rule: for every 4 metres of vertical height, the base should be 1 metre out from the wall.

Question 4

When joining two sections of an extension ladder, what is the minimum number of rungs that must overlap?

Accepted Answer

3 rungs

Answer

Extension ladder sections must overlap by at least 3 rungs to provide structural integrity and stability at the joint.

Question 5

Which of the following is a collective fall prevention measure rather than a personal protective measure?

Accepted Answer

Edge protection comprising guardrails, intermediate rail, and toe boards

Answer

Collective measures such as guardrails, intermediate rails, and toe boards protect all workers in the area without relying on individual equipment being worn or used correctly.

CITB HS&E Specialists Practice Test

CITB HS&E Specialists Practice Test

CITB Specialists Working at Height Safety