CSCS Ireland Working at Height 2

Question 1

What is a toe board on a scaffold, and what is its purpose?

Accepted Answer

A board at the base of the platform edge that prevents tools and materials from being kicked off

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A board for workers to stand on

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A board that marks the edge of an excavation

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A plank used as a ramp for access

Question 2

Before using a ladder on a construction site, what inspection should be carried out?

Accepted Answer

Check rungs, stiles, feet, and locking mechanisms for damage, wear, or contamination before each use

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Inspect only if the ladder has not been used in a month

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Check only that the ladder reaches the required height

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No inspection is needed for new ladders

Question 3

What is the minimum overlap required when extending a scaffold to reach a higher level?

Accepted Answer

Three board widths or as specified by the scaffold manufacturer

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One board width

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Half a metre regardless of board size

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Any overlap that feels stable

Question 4

What personal protective equipment is essential when working at height if collective protection is insufficient?

Accepted Answer

A full body harness with an appropriate lanyard or inertia reel connected to a secure anchor point

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A hard hat only

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High-visibility vest

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Safety boots only

Question 5

What should a worker do if they discover a scaffold has been partially dismantled or is incomplete?

Accepted Answer

Do not use it and report it to the supervisor immediately

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Use it carefully if the missing section is small

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Add materials to fill the gap themselves

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Only use it if work needs to be completed urgently

Question 6

How often must scaffolding on a construction site in Ireland be formally inspected?

Accepted Answer

At least every 7 days and after any event that may have affected its stability (e.g. severe weather)

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Once a month

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Once at the start of the project only

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Whenever a worker requests it