Q: Which of the following BEST defines the term ‘working at height’?
A: When a worker is able to fall from one level to another, and be injured in doing so.
Q: Is the following statement true or false? ‘Before starting any work at height, there should be a full risk assessment undertaken and a permit to work issued.’
A: True
Q: How many points of contact should a worker maintain when climbing a ladder?
A: 3
Q: Is the following statement true or false? ‘There is no need to lash a ladder if there is someone designated to support it.’
A: False.
Q: What should be done with a tear web energy absorber that has saved a person in a fall incident?
A: Condemn it as the shock absorbing part of the lanyard will be damaged.
Q: Which of the options BEST completes the following sentence? ‘A fall arrest system…’
A: ‘…stops a worker from falling further.’
Q: Which of the options BEST completes the following sentence? ‘A fall restraint system…’
A: ‘…stops a worker from being able to fall.’
Q: Is the following statement true or false? ‘When working at height, chairs can be used for simple tasks, such as changing a light bulb.’
A: False.
Q: According to the Code of Safe Working Practices, to what angle should the ladder be to the horizontal?
A: Between 60 degs and 75 degs.
Q: Is the following statement true or false? ‘Traditional means of accessing a high work place, such as the bosun’s chair or wooden stage, are still widely used on board vessel’s, despite changes to procedures and equipment.’
A: True
Q: Which of the options BEST completes the following sentence? ‘A rescue plan should…’
A: ‘…detail exactly how a stranded crewmember would be brought to safety because each location is unique and presents its own challenges.’