Safe Pass Working at Height Ireland 6

Question 1

What is suspension trauma?

Accepted Answer

A life-threatening condition caused by hanging motionless in a harness after a fall

Answer

Suspension trauma (orthostatic intolerance) occurs when a person hangs motionless in a harness, causing blood to pool in the legs, potentially leading to unconsciousness and death within 30 minutes.

Question 2

Who is responsible for ensuring scaffolding is safe on an Irish construction site?

Accepted Answer

The employer and the scaffolding contractor, with inspections by a competent person

Answer

The employer and scaffolding contractor share responsibility for ensuring scaffolding is erected, used, and maintained safely, with regular inspections by a competent person.

Question 3

What must scaffold inspection reports contain?

Accepted Answer

Date, location, condition, any defects found, name of inspector, and actions required

Answer

Scaffold inspection reports must record the date, location, overall condition, any defects or matters requiring action, the inspector's name, and the date by which actions should be completed.

Question 4

What is the maximum gap between a scaffold platform and the building face?

Accepted Answer

225mm to prevent workers or materials falling through

Answer

The gap between the scaffold platform and the building face should not exceed 225mm to prevent workers or materials falling through. Wider gaps require additional protection.

Question 5

When should scaffold boards be replaced?

Accepted Answer

When they are cracked, warped, have missing knots, or show signs of rot or damage

Answer

Scaffold boards should be replaced immediately if they show signs of cracking, warping, rot, splits, missing or dead knots, or any other damage that could affect their strength.

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Safe Pass Working at Height Ireland 6