CITB Working at Heights Mock Test 1

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Yes. The CITB HS&E mock test on Coteca is completely free for self-preparation.

Q: Who is this mock test for?

Construction workers preparing for the official CITB Health, Safety & Environment test.

Question 1

1. How is working at height defined?

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any height that would cause an injury if you fell

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any height that would cause an injury if you fell

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2 m above the ground or higher

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2 m above the ground or higher

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1.2 m above the ground or higher

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1.2 m above the ground or higher

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3 m above the ground or higher

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3 m above the ground or higher

Question 2

2. Who is authorized to erect, dismantle, or modify a tube and fitting scaffold?

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Anyone who is a project manager

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Anyone who is a project manager

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Anyone who thinks they can do it

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Anyone who thinks they can do it

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Anyone who is trained, competent and authorised

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Anyone who is trained, competent and authorised

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Anyone who has the right tools

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Anyone who has the right tools

Question 3

3. Which of the following is NOT a correct practice when using podium steps?

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The ‘wheels’ must be locked before you get on to them

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The ‘wheels’ must be locked before you get on to them

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Podiums are safe and can’t topple over

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Podiums are safe and can’t topple over

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Podiums are work equipment and must be inspected every seven days

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Podiums are work equipment and must be inspected every seven days

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Podiums can easily topple if you over reach sideways

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Podiums can easily topple if you over reach sideways

Question 4

4. Why should a ladder not be painted?

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it will need regular re-painting

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it will need regular re-painting

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the paint may hide any damaged parts

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the paint may hide any damaged parts

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the paint will make it slippery to use

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the paint will make it slippery to use

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the paint could damage the metal parts of the ladder

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the paint could damage the metal parts of the ladder

Question 5

5. What should you do if the wheel brakes on a mobile tower scaffold are not working?

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Only use the tower if the floor is level

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Only use the tower if the floor is level

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Use some wood to wedge the wheels and stop them moving

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Use some wood to wedge the wheels and stop them moving

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Do not use the tower

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Do not use the tower

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Get someone to hold the tower while you use it

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Get someone to hold the tower while you use it

Question 6

6. What is the correct way to access the working platform of a mobile tower scaffold?

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Climb up the outside of the diagonal bracing

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Climb up the outside of the diagonal bracing

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Climb up the ladder built into the tower

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Climb up the ladder built into the tower

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Climb up the tower frame on the outside of the tower

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Climb up the tower frame on the outside of the tower

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Lean a ladder against the tower and climb up that

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Lean a ladder against the tower and climb up that

Question 7

7. How can you ensure materials stacked on a working platform do not fall over the toe-board?

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Cover the stack with polythene

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Cover the stack with polythene

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Put a warning sign on the stack

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Put a warning sign on the stack

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Fit brick guards or netting to the edge

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Fit brick guards or netting to the edge

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Build the stack so that it leans away from the edge

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Build the stack so that it leans away from the edge

Question 8

8. What precautions make it safe to cross a fragile roof?

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use crawling boards with handrails

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use crawling boards with handrails

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don’t walk on any plastic panels

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don’t walk on any plastic panels

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walk along the line of bolts

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walk along the line of bolts

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can see fragile roof signs

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can see fragile roof signs

Question 9

9. What is the best way to prevent falling over the edge when working on a flat roof?

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Put a large warning sign at the edge of the roof

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Put a large warning sign at the edge of the roof

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Ask someone to watch you and shout when you get too close to the edge

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Ask someone to watch you and shout when you get too close to the edge

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Protect the edge with a guard-rail and toe-board

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Protect the edge with a guard-rail and toe-board

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Use red and white tape to mark the edge

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Use red and white tape to mark the edge

Question 10

10. Under what circumstances can a ladder be used as a place of work?

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If other people do not need to use it for access

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If other people do not need to use it for access

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If you can find a ladder to use

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If you can find a ladder to use

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If it is long enough

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If it is long enough

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If you are doing light work for a short time

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If you are doing light work for a short time

Question 11

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What does this safety sign indicate?

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Fragile roof. Take care when walking on roof surface

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Fragile roof. Take care when walking on roof surface

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Load-bearing roof. Surface can be slippery when wet

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Load-bearing roof. Surface can be slippery when wet

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Fragile roof. Do not stand directly on roof but use fall protection measures

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Fragile roof. Do not stand directly on roof but use fall protection measures

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Load-bearing roof. OK to stand on surface but not any rooflights

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Load-bearing roof. OK to stand on surface but not any rooflights

Question 12

12. What essential personal protective equipment (PPE) should you wear when working at height near deep water?

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Life jacket

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Life jacket

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Full face respirator

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Full face respirator

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Full body harness

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Full body harness

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Wellington boots

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Wellington boots

Question 13

13. What is the correct way to store materials on a working platform?

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Materials do not need to be secured if they are going to be there for less than an hour

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Materials do not need to be secured if they are going to be there for less than an hour

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Materials can be stored anywhere, even if they pose a trip hazard or block the walkway

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Materials can be stored anywhere, even if they pose a trip hazard or block the walkway

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Materials must be stored so they can’t fall and the platform must be able to take their weight

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Materials must be stored so they can’t fall and the platform must be able to take their weight

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Materials can be stored unsecured above the guard-rail height

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Materials can be stored unsecured above the guard-rail height

Question 14

14. What action should you take if you find a damaged ladder?

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Try and mend the damage

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Try and mend the damage

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Don’t use it and make sure that others know about the damage

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Don’t use it and make sure that others know about the damage

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Use the ladder if you can avoid the damaged part

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Use the ladder if you can avoid the damaged part

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Don’t use it and report the damage at the end of your shift

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Don’t use it and report the damage at the end of your shift

Question 15

15. Which type of accident causes the most fatalities in the construction industry?

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Being hit by a falling object

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Being hit by a falling object

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Being run over by site transport

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Being run over by site transport

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Falling from height

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Falling from height

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Contact with electricity

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Contact with electricity

Question 16

16. How can you protect people below a scaffold platform from falling tools and materials?

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Make sure they are wearing safety helmets

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Make sure they are wearing safety helmets

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Tell them you will be working above them

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Tell them you will be working above them

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Use brick guards to stop any items falling below

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Use brick guards to stop any items falling below

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Tell the people below to stop work and clear the area

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Tell the people below to stop work and clear the area

Question 17

17. When working in a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP), where should you attach your harness lanyard?

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To the control box

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To the control box

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To the MEWP handrail

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To the MEWP handrail

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To the designated anchor point within the platform or basket

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To the designated anchor point within the platform or basket

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To a point on the structure or building you are working on

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To a point on the structure or building you are working on

Question 18

18. How many people can safely use a ladder at the same time?

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One on each section of an extension ladder

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One on each section of an extension ladder

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Three, if it is long enough

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Three, if it is long enough

Question 19

19. What precautions must you take when climbing a ladder?

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have three points of contact with the ladder at all times

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have three points of contact with the ladder at all times

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have two people on the ladder at all times

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have two people on the ladder at all times

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use a safety harness

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use a safety harness

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have two points of contact with the ladder at all times

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have two points of contact with the ladder at all times

Question 20

20. Can you remove a scaffold guardrail to conduct a survey if you are not a qualified scaffolder?

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No, only a scaffolder can remove the guard-rail and put it back

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No, only a scaffolder can remove the guard-rail and put it back

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Yes, if you put it back as soon as you have finished

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Yes, if you put it back as soon as you have finished

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Yes, if you put it back before you leave site

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Yes, if you put it back before you leave site

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No, only a scaffolder can remove the guard-rail but you can put it back

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No, only a scaffolder can remove the guard-rail but you can put it back

Question 21

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