CSCS Ireland Working at Height

Question 1

Under Irish construction regulations, what is defined as 'working at height'?

Accepted Answer

Any work where a person could fall and be injured, regardless of the height above ground

Answer

Only work above 2 metres from the ground

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Only work on scaffolding

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Any work above the first floor of a building

Question 2

What is the correct order of the hierarchy of controls for working at height?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the work at height if possible; use collective protection (e.g. scaffolding); use personal fall protection (e.g. harness)

Answer

Always use a harness first

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Use ladders for all work at height

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Issue PPE first, then assess the risk

Question 3

What is the minimum height for guardrails on a scaffold platform in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

950 mm (approximately 1 metre)

Answer

500 mm

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1.5 metres

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600 mm

Question 4

When is it acceptable to use a leaning ladder as the primary means of access on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

Only for short duration work of low risk where other equipment is not reasonably practicable

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For any task that lasts less than an hour

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Whenever a scaffold is not available

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Ladders are acceptable for any height of work

Question 5

What is the correct angle for positioning a leaning ladder on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

75 degrees (1 metre out for every 4 metres up — the 1 in 4 rule)

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45 degrees

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60 degrees

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90 degrees (vertical)

Question 6

What does MEWP stand for in construction safety?

Accepted Answer

Mobile Elevating Work Platform

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Manual Elevation Working Procedure

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Multi-Elevation Work Programme

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Mechanical Equipment Working Platform