RB Study Guide 2026

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📋 RB Exam Format at a Glance

Questions

60 min

Time Limit

70.00%

Passing Score

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📚 RB Topics to Study (75)

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✍️ Sample RB Questions & Answers

1. What consultation requirements exist for Rigging Hardware Maintenance under WHS law?

✓ Workers must be consulted on matters affecting their health and safety, with genuine opportunity to provide input

WHS law requires genuine consultation with workers on matters affecting their safety, including through HSRs and committees.

2. How should Rigging Hardware Maintenance incidents be reported in an Australian workplace?

✓ Report immediately to the supervisor, with notifiable incidents reported to the regulator

Incidents must be reported promptly, with notifiable incidents requiring immediate regulator notification.

3. What emergency procedures should cover Emergency and Rescue Procedures scenarios?

✓ Response actions, evacuation, first aid, communication protocols, and specific hazard responses

Emergency procedures must be comprehensive and specific to the hazards associated with the activity.

4. What is the role of a WHS inspector regarding Wire Rope Selection and Inspection compliance?

✓ To monitor compliance, investigate incidents, provide guidance, and issue improvement or prohibition notices

WHS inspectors enforce legislation through monitoring, investigation, guidance, and enforcement notices.

5. Where should the crane hook attach when a spreader bar is rigged for a standard lift?

✓ To the central lifting lug or pick point on top of the spreader bar

The crane hook must attach to the central lifting lug on top of the spreader bar to ensure the load is balanced and the bar is loaded correctly.

6. What penalties apply for non-compliance with WHS Legislation for Rigging regulations in Australia?

✓ Significant fines (up to millions of AUD for corporations) and potential imprisonment for serious offences

Australian WHS penalties are severe, with Category 1 offences carrying fines up to AUD 3 million and potential imprisonment.

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worksafe.vic.gov.au — Fees, registration deadline, renewal, score release · verified Oct 2026
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