CITB Working at Heights Mock Test 13

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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. What is the best approach when starting work on a roof?

Answer

Assume it’s fragile unless a qualified person confirms it’s safe

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Assume it’s fragile unless a qualified person confirms it’s safe

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Assume it has asbestos

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Assume it has asbestos

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Assume you need to wear a harness at all times

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Assume you need to wear a harness at all times

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Assume it’s safe unless a qualified person deems it fragile

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Assume it’s safe unless a qualified person deems it fragile

Question 2

2. Where should a mobile elevating work platform not be used?

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On soft or uneven ground

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On soft or uneven ground

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On asphalt surfaces

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On asphalt surfaces

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On heavily trafficked roads

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On heavily trafficked roads

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On private property

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On private property

Question 3

3. When is it required to use a harness and fall-arrest lanyard?

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Continuously

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Continuously

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If you have a fear of heights

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If you have a fear of heights

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Only when there are no other options

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Only when there are no other options

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If scaffolding is not feasible

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If scaffolding is not feasible

Question 4

4. After an outdoor tower scaffold has been exposed to strong winds and heavy rain overnight, what must be checked before it’s used again?

Answer

Have it examined by a trained and qualified individual

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Have it examined by a trained and qualified individual

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Confirm the wheel locks are still functioning properly

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Confirm the wheel locks are still functioning properly

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Make sure the scaffold is still securely fixed to the nearby building

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Make sure the scaffold is still securely fixed to the nearby building

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Verify that the access hatch on the platform opens and closes correctly

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Verify that the access hatch on the platform opens and closes correctly

Question 5

5. Which of these roofs is least likely to be prone to fragility?

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A concrete roof

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A concrete roof

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A tiled roof

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A tiled roof

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An asbestos sheet roof

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An asbestos sheet roof

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A wired glass roof

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A wired glass roof

Question 6

6. While planning to inspect roof trusses inside a factory as part of a feasibility study, what is the advised maximum height for a free-standing mobile tower used indoors?

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There is no set limit on the height

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There is no set limit on the height

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The height must not exceed three times the length of the smallest base side

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The height must not exceed three times the length of the smallest base side

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It should not be taller than three lift sections

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It should not be taller than three lift sections

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The maximum height should follow the manufacturer’s instructions

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The maximum height should follow the manufacturer’s instructions

Question 7

7. What is the correct way to manage access when work is being done inside a riser shaft?

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Through a security guard on site

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Through a security guard on site

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Controlled by the principal contractor

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Controlled by the principal contractor

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By the workers currently inside the shaft

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By the workers currently inside the shaft

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Using a permit-to-work system

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Using a permit-to-work system

Question 8

8. Which of the following ladders are appropriate for use on construction sites?

Answer

EN 131 Domestic

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EN 131 Domestic

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Class 1 Industrial

Answer

Class 1 Industrial

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EN 131 Trade and Industrial

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EN 131 Trade and Industrial

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Any ladder could work

Answer

Any ladder could work

Question 9

9. Once you’ve climbed onto the platform of a mobile access tower, what should be the very first thing you check?

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Confirm the access hatch is shut to prevent anything or anyone from falling through

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Confirm the access hatch is shut to prevent anything or anyone from falling through

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Make sure the tower’s wheels are locked so it can’t roll

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Make sure the tower’s wheels are locked so it can’t roll

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Ensure the structure has been put together properly

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Ensure the structure has been put together properly

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See if the tower is stable and doesn’t shake or move

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See if the tower is stable and doesn’t shake or move

Question 10

10. Under which ONE of the following circumstances is a ladder appropriate?

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For short-duration, light tasks (no longer than 30 minutes)

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For short-duration, light tasks (no longer than 30 minutes)

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When a low-level working platform is needed

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When a low-level working platform is needed

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When transporting materials or equipment over a short distance

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When transporting materials or equipment over a short distance

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When you need to apply pressure

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When you need to apply pressure

Question 11

11. To stay safe while performing an inspection at height, who is allowed to assemble a mobile tower scaffold?

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A certified advanced scaffolder

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A certified advanced scaffolder

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An employee from the equipment rental company

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An employee from the equipment rental company

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An individual who is properly trained, skilled, and approved to do so

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An individual who is properly trained, skilled, and approved to do so

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A person who has the manufacturer’s manual

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A person who has the manufacturer’s manual

Question 12

12. If someone will be working from a mobile access tower but won’t be assembling, changing, or taking it down, what kind of training do they need?

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They only need to read the user manual provided by the manufacturer

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They only need to read the user manual provided by the manufacturer

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They must have the same training as someone who builds or modifies the tower

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They must have the same training as someone who builds or modifies the tower

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No training is required

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No training is required

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They should receive a safety briefing on how to use the tower correctly and understand the potential risks

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They should receive a safety briefing on how to use the tower correctly and understand the potential risks

Question 13

13. How can a worker figure out the most effective approach when working at height?

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Identify the quickest method to complete the task

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Identify the quickest method to complete the task

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Evaluate the circumstances and proceed with the safest option

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Evaluate the circumstances and proceed with the safest option

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Look back on previous experience with similar tasks

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Look back on previous experience with similar tasks

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Consult the hierarchy of control measures

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Consult the hierarchy of control measures

Question 14

14. Why are non-fatal falls from height particularly risky?

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They can result in the site being shut down

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They can result in the site being shut down

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They can drive up your insurance premiums

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They can drive up your insurance premiums

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They can lead to substantial financial penalties

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They can lead to substantial financial penalties

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They can cause severe injuries that affect your livelihood

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They can cause severe injuries that affect your livelihood

Question 15

15. How should a stepladder be positioned?

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With both you and the ladder facing the work

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With both you and the ladder facing the work

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With both you and the ladder facing away from the work

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With both you and the ladder facing away from the work

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At the angle that offers the best access for the task

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At the angle that offers the best access for the task

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At a 90-degree angle to the work, providing enough space to work

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At a 90-degree angle to the work, providing enough space to work

Question 16

16. What is ONE example of personal protective equipment?

Answer

Scaffolding

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Scaffolding

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Safety netting

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Safety netting

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A harness and lanyard for fall protection

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A harness and lanyard for fall protection

Question 17

17. What is one typical reason for falls from height?

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Being impaired by alcohol or drugs

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Being impaired by alcohol or drugs

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Using inappropriate equipment

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Using inappropriate equipment

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Not wearing safety gear

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Not wearing safety gear

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Working in wet or slippery conditions

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Working in wet or slippery conditions

Question 18

18. When using a mobile elevating work platform, what is ONE thing that must be checked?

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That the area is free from noise

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That the area is free from noise

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That the wheels are securely locked

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That the wheels are securely locked

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That the wheels are well-oiled

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That the wheels are well-oiled

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That the platform is clean

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That the platform is clean

Question 19

19. If a ladder has a loose rung, what should you do?

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Stop using it and inform your supervisor about the issue

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Stop using it and inform your supervisor about the issue

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Avoid stepping on the damaged rung

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Avoid stepping on the damaged rung

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Fix the rung and keep working if it’s safe

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Fix the rung and keep working if it’s safe

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Log it in the accident book

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Log it in the accident book

Question 20

20. You’ve been asked to quickly repair a beam without fall protection measures in place. What should you do?

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Use a ladder if feasible

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Use a ladder if feasible

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Only proceed if you’re confident the risk of falling is minimal

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Only proceed if you’re confident the risk of falling is minimal

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Make sure trained coworkers are nearby to assist

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Make sure trained coworkers are nearby to assist

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Never work in an area without fall protection

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Never work in an area without fall protection

Question 21

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