CSCS Working at Height 4

Question 1

What training must a worker receive before using a harness and lanyard system?

Accepted Answer

Specific training in the correct fitting, use, and inspection of the harness system

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No training is needed if they have a CSCS card

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A one-hour online course is sufficient

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Training is only needed for supervisors

Question 2

What is the recommended inspection frequency for a safety harness?

Accepted Answer

Every 12 months by a competent person, plus pre-use checks by the wearer

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Once when purchased

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Every 5 years

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Only after a fall has occurred

Question 3

What is suspension trauma and why is it a concern in work at height?

Accepted Answer

A potentially fatal condition caused by prolonged suspension in a harness after a fall

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A fear of heights that prevents work

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A type of repetitive strain injury

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A psychological condition from working alone

Question 4

Under PUWER 1998, what must employers ensure regarding work equipment used at height?

Accepted Answer

Equipment must be suitable, maintained, inspected, and used only by trained persons

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Equipment must be purchased from UK suppliers only

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Equipment over 5 years old must be replaced

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Equipment must be tested by HSE annually

Question 5

What is the legal definition of 'work at height' under UK regulations?

Accepted Answer

Working at any place from which a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury

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Working above 2 metres from the ground

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Working on any scaffold or ladder

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Working above 3 metres indoors only

Question 6

What colour hard hat typically identifies a visitor on a UK construction site?

Accepted Answer

White

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Blue

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Yellow

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Orange