PASMA Working at Height Regulations 6

Question 1

Under WAHR 2005, can a ladder be used as a working platform for tasks from a tower scaffold?

Accepted Answer

No, a ladder must not be used on a tower scaffold platform as it creates additional height and instability

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Yes, ladders can always be used on tower platforms

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Yes, but only if the ladder is tied to the guard rail

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Yes, but only wooden ladders

Question 2

What does WAHR 2005 Regulation 14 require regarding the provision of information and training?

Accepted Answer

Every person involved in work at height must receive adequate training and instruction appropriate to their role

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Training is optional for experienced workers

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Only new employees need training

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Training is required only for work above 10 metres

Question 3

What is 'suspension trauma' and why is it relevant to WAHR 2005?

Accepted Answer

A potentially fatal condition that occurs when a person is suspended motionless in a harness, causing blood pooling in the legs

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A fear of heights

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A type of scaffold connection failure

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A legal term for delayed prosecution

Question 4

According to HSE statistics, falls from height are consistently one of the top causes of what in the UK construction industry?

Accepted Answer

Workplace fatalities and major injuries

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Late project completion

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Equipment damage

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Environmental pollution

Question 5

Under WAHR 2005, who must be consulted when planning work at height?

Accepted Answer

Workers and their representatives, as required by the Safety Representatives and Safety Committees Regulations 1977

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The local planning authority

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Only the client

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No consultation is required

Question 6

What additional requirement does WAHR 2005 impose when work at height involves a risk of falling into water?

Accepted Answer

Additional measures must be taken including the provision of life jackets, rescue boats, and trained rescue personnel

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No additional requirements apply

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Workers must be able to swim

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Only reflective clothing is required