Unit 1

Question 1

What is the safest method to climbing a ladder?

Answer 1

3 point contact

Question 2

What is the highest duty rating for a ladder?

Answer 2

Grade 1 or Grade 1 AA

Question 3

How far must the top of a portable ladder extend above a landing, when used to access another level?

Answer 3

3ft past point of contact

Question 4

What should fiberglass ladders be inspected for?

Answer 4

cracks, chips, splinters, deformed rails, bends & breaks

Question 5

What is the correct angle when setting up an extension ladder?

Answer 5

1ft out for every 4ft height, 1 to 4, 1 to 3

Question 6

What is the CSA standard that sets out the requirement for manufacturing portable ladders?

Answer 6

CSA standard Z11

Question 7

What must all portable ladders be equipped with?

Answer 7

Non-slip feet

Question 8

How shoulder tools be moved when climbing a ladder?

Answer 8

hoisted or lowered by a rope

Question 9

Which type of ladder should not be used around electrical equipment?

Answer 9

Aluminum

Question 10

Other than 3 point contact, what should be done to safely climb a ladder?

Answer 10

Keep center of gravity between rails