working at heights Flashcards
Give one example of how the hazard of working at heights can be eliminated
use long handed tools or pre-fabricate on the floor
Give TWO examples of how the hazard of working at heights can be isolated
Edge protection
Guard-rail work platform
Give THREE examples of how the hazard of working at heights can be minimised
Fall arrest system
Nets
air bags
Give FOUR factors that contribute to injuries from working at heights
bad planning
no supervision
Insuffient training
Incorrect equipment choices
Describe the difference between ‘group control’ measures and ‘personal control’ measures in regrads to working at heights
Group control protect multiple people from falling
Personal control only look after individuals
Give TWO examples of group control measures
Scaffolding
Egde protection
Give TWO examples of personal control measures when working at heights
Temporary work platforms
Harness system
List FOUR saftey guidelines that should be followed when a mobile scaffold is being used
Be erected by a competent person
Remain level and plumb at all times
Be clear of overhead powerlines
Never be moved while anyone is on it
Give FOUR factors that can shorten the life of fall arrest harnesses
UV sunlight Heat Moisture Chemicals Sharp edges
List THREE types of equipment, other than arrest harnesses, that are designed to protect people working at heights
Barries Nets Meshes Fall restraints Scaffolding
State the maximum height a scaffolding can be erected or altered without a relevant
qualification.
5 m
State where the measurement in (b) is taken from on the scaffolding
The handrail height.
