Plant, Tools And Access Equipment

Question 1

What must employees have to be safe in work when operating equipment?

Answer 1

1. Information.
2. Instruction.
3. Training.
4. Supervision.

Question 2

What should you conduct visual checks on before use?

Answer 2

1. Hand tools.
2. Power tools.
3. Access equipment.

Basically everything.

Question 3

Can anyone use a MEWP (mobile elevated work platform)?

Answer 3

No you need a licence that has to be reauthorised every 6 months.

Question 4

Is it safe to shoot yourself with compressed air?

Answer 4

No because it can cause damage under the skin.

Question 5

Can you use an angle grinder in explosive environments?

Answer 5

No because of the sparks.

Question 6

What should you think about before working in terms of your surroundings?

Answer 6

1. If anything could slip / fall.
2. If there is anything flammable / explosive.
3. Any extra PPE needed for the area?
4. Is there anyone nearby that is at risk?

Question 7

Who can enter hazardous areas?

Answer 7

Only trained people.

Question 8

What is the stroboscopic effect and why does it happen?

Answer 8

The stroboscopic effect happens when there is a fast moving object that is under certain fluorescent lights.

Question 9

How can you reduce the stroboscopic effect?

Answer 9

1. Balance light over 3 phases for less flicker.
2. Install high frequency lights for no flicker.

Question 10

When should barrier creams be used?

Answer 10

When handling toxic materials or chemicals.

Question 11

What are some employers responsibilities to keep employees safe

Answer 11

• Provide PPE to employees.
• Provide training courses.
• Provide supervision when needed.

Question 12

How long can you use ladders for?

Answer 12

Short jobs, no longer than 30 minutes.

Question 13

What should you do when using a ladder?

Answer 13

1. Carry out any pre use checks.
2. Use the right ladder for the right job
3. Understand how to erect the ladder correctly.
4. Don’t use it for more than 30 minutes.

Question 14

How should you carry ladders?

Answer 14

By resting them on your shoulder.

Question 15

What should you always maintain when on a ladder?

Answer 15

Always maintain three points of contact.

Question 16

What should you NOT do when on a ladder?

Answer 16

Don’t overreach and put too much weight on the ladders.

Question 17

How far do you need to stay away from overhead cables when on a ladder?

Answer 17

At least six meters hoirizonltoly unless the cables dead.

Question 18

What shouldn’t you rest ladders against?

Answer 18

Any weak or slippery surfaces.

Question 19

What ladders shouldn’t you use for electrical work?

Answer 19

Conductive ladders.

Question 20

Can you work from the side of a stepladder?

Answer 20

Always work straight on.

Question 21

What is the correct angle to rest ladders?

Answer 21

75 degrees or 1:4 ladder rungs.

Question 22

What are some ways of securing ladders?

Answer 22

1. By tying both sides to a suitable point.
2. Wedge the ladder at the bottom, footing the ladder should be a last resort.
3. When securing to scaffold the ladder need to extend 1 meter or 5 rungs above the platform.

Question 23

What should you check for before using step ladders?

Answer 23

1. Clean (no grease).
2. Not painted to hide any defects.
3. Mechanically secure.
4. All rubber feet are in place.
5. The safe working load (SWL).

Question 24

Who can erect scaffolding?

Answer 24

Anyone with a valid PASMA licence.

Question 25

What are the requirements of scaffolding being installed and maintained

Answer 25

1. Must be installed by a qualified scaffolder
2. Must be inspected every 7 days.
3. Can be tied to the building but must be freestanding.

Question 26

What should you check before getting on tower scaffold?

Answer 26

1. Mechanically secure
2. Care is taken around overhead lines.
3. Wheels are locked during use.

Question 27

How far out do the Tie / outriggers need to be on tower scaffolding.

Answer 27

6.4 meters +

Question 28

When do you need toe boards and rails on tower scaffolding?

Answer 28

When the scaffolding is longer than 2 meters.

Question 29

How high can tower scaffolding be?

Answer 29

3 times the base when outdoors
3.5 times the base when indoors.