CITB Working at Heights Mock Test 3

1. What critical safety measure is required when operating a mobile elevating work platform?

2. Who should inspect a ladder before it is used?

3. Which type of roof is the least likely to be fragile?

4. If you are assigned to repair a beam quickly and there are no fall protection measures in place, what should you do?

5. Why is placing the platform too high on a mobile access tower considered dangerous?

6. Is it acceptable to remove a guard rail from a platform if you are not a qualified scaffolder?

7. When working over water with a risk of falling, which single piece of PPE is essential?

8. Under what conditions can a ladder be used safely in the workplace?

9. How can materials stacked on a platform be prevented from tipping over the toe boards?

10. Why might safety nets or soft-landing systems be preferred over personal fall-arrest systems?

11. What is the maximum allowed vertical distance between landings when using a portable or pole ladder for access?

12. At what angle should a ladder be placed to ensure safe usage?

13. What is the safest method for climbing a stepladder?

14. What is one effective way to reduce risks when working on a fragile roof?

15. What action should be taken if you discover a wobbly rung on a ladder?

16. How can you ensure that a ladder remains secure and does not slip during use?

17. When is it necessary to use a harness and fall-arrest lanyard?

18. What factors contribute to frequent accidents involving mobile access towers?

19. What should you do if you discover that a ladder is damaged before use?

20. Which part of a stepladder should you avoid standing on?