Site Safe Working at Heights NZ

Question 1

At what height does the NZ Best Practice Guidelines for Working at Heights generally apply?

Accepted Answer

Any height where a fall could result in injury, typically 3 metres or more but any height if there is a risk

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Only above 10 metres

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Only above 5 metres

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Only when working on roofs

Question 2

What is the preferred method of fall prevention under NZ guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Passive fall prevention systems such as guardrails and barriers

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Personal fall arrest systems such as harnesses

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Administrative controls such as warning signs

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Catching nets placed below the work area

Question 3

What is a 'fall arrest system'?

Accepted Answer

A system that stops a person during a fall, such as a harness connected to an anchor point

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A barrier that prevents access to an edge

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A safety net that prevents falls from occurring

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A warning sign placed near an edge

Question 4

What must be considered when selecting an anchor point for a fall arrest system in NZ?

Accepted Answer

It must be capable of supporting at least 12 kN or be certified by a competent person

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It can be any solid point above head height

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It only needs to support the weight of the worker

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It must be made of steel

Question 5

What is 'free fall distance' in the context of fall arrest?

Accepted Answer

The distance a person falls before the fall arrest system begins to activate

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The total distance from the work platform to the ground

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The distance a person can safely jump

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The length of the safety lanyard

Question 6

What is the minimum width for a scaffold working platform under NZ Standards?

Accepted Answer

450mm for a working platform, but 675mm is recommended for general construction work

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200mm

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1 metre

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Any width that feels comfortable