SG4:15

Question 1

What is the order of the Working at Height Hierarchy of Controls?

Answer 1

Avoid (Working at Height), Prevent (Falls), Mitigate (the distance and consequences of a fall)

Question 2

What is the minimum height of a guardrail?

Answer 2

950mm

Question 3

What is a Scaffolders ‘Safe Zone’?

Answer 3

A fully boarded platform protected by guardrails

Question 4

When must a harness be used?

Answer 4

As soon as you’re off the ground

Question 5

What is the maximum gap between guardrails?

Answer 5

470mm

Question 6

How do you put boards on to a lift?

Answer 6

From the ground (1st Lift) or the lift below

Question 7

When should the main guardrail be fitted?

Answer 7

In advance (before boarding or accessing lift)

Question 8

What are the safest Anchor points to clip on to?

Answer 8

Ledger/Guardrail on right angel couplers (without any joints)or Plan Braces on right angel couplers

Question 9

What is the best way to access a scaffold (if available)?

Answer 9

Stairs