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Ladder Safety Quiz

Before using a ladder to work at height, two matters should be considered to decide if it is a suitable activity for a ladder. What are they?

How long is the Health and Safety Executive's recommended maximum time limit for use of a ladder (or steps) in one position?

If a bucket over 10kg in weight is to be carried up a ladder or step ladder, what needs to have been carried out first?

How many points of contact should you be able to maintain at all times on a ladder or step ladder?

Throughout a task on a ladder, where should your feet be?

What part of your body should always remain within the stiles (verticals) of a ladder, to avoid over-reaching?

If you are using a stepladder to carry out a work activity, which of the following is correct?

As a minimum, how many rungs at the top of a ladder should always be above the rung your feet are on?

As a minimum, how many treads at the top of a step ladder should always be above the tread your feet are on, if the steps do not have a safety rail fitted?

What is the correct angle for a ladder?

What is the "1 in 4" rule?

All access ladders should be tied. What is the minimum length that a ladder should extend, above the point where it is tied?

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