CSCS Working at Height

Question 1

Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, what is the primary duty of an employer regarding work at height?

Accepted Answer

Avoid work at height where reasonably practicable

Answer

Provide all workers with harnesses

Answer

Ensure all scaffolding is painted yellow

Answer

Allow only supervisors to work above 2 metres

Question 2

What is the minimum height at which the Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply?

Accepted Answer

There is no minimum height

Answer

2 metres

Answer

3 metres

Answer

1.5 metres

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct hierarchy for managing risks when working at height?

Accepted Answer

Avoid, prevent, mitigate

Answer

Use PPE first, then collective protection, then avoid

Answer

Mitigate, prevent, avoid

Answer

Prevent, avoid, use PPE

Question 4

Who is responsible for inspecting a scaffold before it is used on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

A competent person

Answer

The site labourer

Answer

The scaffold manufacturer

Answer

The HSE inspector

Question 5

What does a scaffold tag system indicate?

Accepted Answer

Whether the scaffold is safe to use or requires modification

Answer

The weight of the scaffold

Answer

The age of the scaffold

Answer

The name of the scaffold erector only

Question 6

What is the recommended maximum gap between a scaffold platform and the building face to prevent materials falling?

Accepted Answer

300mm

Answer

225mm

Answer

150mm

Answer

500mm