IPAF Working at Height Regulations

Question 1

Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, what is the hierarchy of control for managing the risk of falls?

Accepted Answer

Avoid working at height, prevent falls using collective or personal protection, minimise consequences of a fall

Answer

Use PPE first, then collective protection, then avoid working at height

Answer

Minimise fall distance first, then use harnesses, then avoid the work

Answer

Train workers to fall safely, then provide soft landing areas

Question 2

Who has legal responsibility for ensuring safe working at height under UK law?

Accepted Answer

The employer and any person who controls the work

Answer

Only the MEWP operator

Answer

The equipment hire company

Answer

The Health and Safety Executive

Question 3

What does PUWER 1998 require regarding the provision of MEWPs on site?

Accepted Answer

Work equipment must be suitable, maintained, inspected, and operators must be trained

Answer

MEWPs must be painted in high-visibility colours

Answer

MEWPs must be replaced every 5 years

Answer

Only brand-new MEWPs may be used on construction sites

Question 4

Under LOLER 1998, what must be produced following a thorough examination of a MEWP?

Accepted Answer

A written report by the competent person detailing findings and any defects

Answer

A verbal confirmation to the site manager

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A photograph of the machine

Answer

A certificate of insurance

Question 5

What age must a person be to operate a MEWP on a UK construction site?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

16 years old

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21 years old

Answer

25 years old

Question 6

Which UK regulation specifically requires a rescue plan to be in place before any work at height begins?

Accepted Answer

Work at Height Regulations 2005

Answer

COSHH Regulations 2002

Answer

Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

Answer

Manual Handling Regulations 1992