Part 1 Flashcards
What is the current safety guidance for preventing falls in scaffolding?
SG4:15
What is the current technical guidance for tube and fitting scaffolds?
TG20:13
What is the height for the main guardrail from the boarded platform?
950mm
What is the maximum distance permitted between guardrails, and the guardrail and toe board?
470mm
Who is responsible for safety at the workplace?
Everyone
What does the Working At Height Regulations 2005 hierarchy of controls state should be considered first?
Avoid (Working at height)
What colours are hazard/warning signs on site?
Black + Yellow
Which document will state the safe way to work on a scaffold contract?
Method Statement
What colours are mandatory warning signs on site?
Blue + White
Which document must you have when erecting a prefabricated (aluminium) mobile tower?
Instruction Manual
What is the minimum length of a sole board supporting a single standard?
450mm
How many lifts can you erect TG20 Compliant independent scaffold when using treader plates?
3 Lifts
An engineer should be consulted to check the adequacy of sloping foundations if a gradient exceeds?
1:10
As a guideline excavations should not be made within what distance of the scaffold foundations?
1m
What should be the first option when planning safe access to scaffolds?
Staircase or existing structures
Is it acceptable to secure a ladder with putlog couplers?
No, ladder clamps or rope lashing must be used
What is the recommended thickness of rope used when lashing a ladder?
6mm
What is the ideal ratio for the angle of a ladder?
4:1
How many points of contact must you have when climbing a ladder?
3
What is the minimum width for a ladder opening in a boarded platform?
450mm
What is the minimum height that a ladder should extend above the lift?
1m
When should scaffold tubes, boards and fittings be inspected?
Before use
What is the safe working load of a class ‘A’ right angel coupler?
6.1kN
What are the minimum dimensions of a base plate?
150mm x 150mm x 5mm
What is the safe working load of a class ‘B’ right angel coupler?
9.1kN
What is the recommended minimum distance that transoms should project beyond the coupler?
25mm
What is the safe working load of a joint pin/spigot?
0kN
A putlog adaptor should have a shear strength of?
1.12kN