1 8 Intermediate platforms should not be more than ____ apart.

True or False: A scaffold is a permanent structure erected to elevate and support

workers as well as, materials during construction, repair, or surface finishing of a
2 6 structure.
3 8 The following are components of a Tubular Frame Scaffold:
4 10 Materials the platforms for frame scaffolds can be made of are:
True or False: Outrigger/Side Brackets are attached to the outside of the frame
5 11 and accommodate a platform approximately 500 cm wide.
6 6 Scaffolds are usually required when working at height that is:
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True or False: Ladder rails should extend at least 1 m (3 ft) above the platform
7 16 level to facilitate getting on and off.
8 17 The main reasons why workers fall from scaffold platforms is:

9 19 A guardrail should consist of:

10 25 It is the worker’s responsibility to:

1 4 True or False: A signle scaffold is a scaffold that is supported by putlogs

2 5 Which of the following statements regarding Cantilever Scaffold is true:

The following scaffold can be lowered and raised depending on the height of the
3 6 building the scaffold users need to work on:

4 7 Putlogs cannot be used when:

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True or False: The Walk-Through (Masonry) Frame Scaffold has easier movement
5 9 and distribution of materials on platforms.

6 13 Select all that apply: Which of the following are types of rolling scaffold:
The Castor Type Scaffold should be erected so that its height-to-width ratio is no
7 14 greater than:
True or False: Mast-climbing work platforms can be used as a single tower or as
8 29 multiple towers braced together.

9 31 Select all that apply: Ladder-jack scaffolding consists of:

Where scaffolds are more than ____ in height, they must be equipped with a
10 34 suitable hoisting device.
 1 4 Before erecting a scaffold, check the location for:

Select all that apply: When erectig scaffolds, which of the following statements
2 6 should be kept in mind.
True or False: Where mudsills must be placed on sloping ground, levelling the
3 7 area should be done, wherever possible, by backfilling.
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4 10 Select all that apply: The following are requirements concerning mudsills:

True or False: You should not use blocking or packing such as bricks, short pieces
5 11 of lumber, or other scrap materials under scaffold feet or under mudsills.
6 19 Loads lifted by a well wheel should normally be no more than:

7 44 A Right-Angle Clamp is:

8 22 Tthe highest-ranked method of fall protection is the:

9 45 Tube-and-clamp scaffolding should have bay and elevation spacing of about:

10 38 Guardrails must be installed:

1 4 In Ontario, the minimum platform capacity is a uniformly distributed load of:

True or False: scaffolds with spans of 2.1 m (7 ft) should be at least double-
2 5 planked.
Select all that apply: Which of the following characteristics are specific to
3 11 Aluminum/plywood platform panels:
True or False: Laminated veneer lumber are resistant to deterioration from
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4 14 weathering and rot.

5 15 True or False: Dressed lumber can be used for scaffold platforms.

6 16 The regulation specifies that wooden planks used on a scaffold must:

7 19 True or False: Wood planks may be reinforced with metal nailer strips or plates.
The ladder must be properly erected with rails projecting ___ above the platform
8 25 of the scaffold.

9 26 When climbing ladders:

10 31 Which of the following are considered tripping hazards:
Proper selection of scaffolding and related components requires basic knowledge
1 4 about
2 6 When working on scaffolds, electrocution can be caused due to:
True or False: When installing the next lift of scaffold, it is recommended to work
3 7 from one or two planks.
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 The required minimum safe distances from overhead powerlines while moving
modul 5 4 16 scaffolds are:

True or False: Where it is impractical for workers to climb down, and the scaffold
is over 3 m (10 ft) in height, each worker must be tied off with a full body harness
5 17 and lanyard.
6 19 When inspecting a scaffold, look out for:

7 21 Proper inspection of scaffolding includes:

8 13 Platforms above ____ must be fully decked.
9
10
1m

1
Base plates or castors
aluminum

1
0.5m above ground level

1
fear of heights

A top rail at least 900 mm (3 feet) but not more than

1,100 mm (3.6 ft) above the platform.

Wear safety footwear and headwear when installing and

working on a scaffold system.
1

This kind of scaffold is erected from the ground to

whatever height is specified.

Cantilever Scaffold

the wall is too strong to bore holes

Cherry Type

2 to 1

different patented locking devices (wedges, locking pins,

etc.) that are not intended to be interchanged with
other systems.

100 m
ground conditions

Scaffolds must be erected on surfaces that can

adequately support all loads applied by the scaffold.

the mudsill should be a 48 mm x 248 mm (2 in x 10 in)

plank (full size)

1
50 kg
An externally applied clamp to connect two tubes end-
to-end.
Travel restraint system

2m

at the bottom level of the scaffold

2 kn/ m2

light and durable

1
1

Bear a legible stamp or be permanently identified as

being number 1 grade spruce

3m

always use two-point contact

pieces of lumber
Weight of workers, tools, materials, and equipment to
be carried by the scaffold
lack of fall protection

1
3 metres (10 feet) for 150,001 to 250,000 volts

1
damage to hooks on manufactured platforms

pre-use and after use

10 m
5m 10 cm

0
Mudsills Adjustable screw jacks
plywood wood planks

0
1.5m above ground level 3 m above ground level

0
failure to install and use guardrails bad weather

A toeboard at least 89 mm (3
A mid-rail about halfway between the platform and the top 1/2 in) high at the platform
rail. level if made from wood.

Ensure scaffolds do not bear

loads greater than what they
Develop safe work procedures for the job are rated for.
0

It is used when the building to

It can be lowered and raised depending on the height of the be repaired or painted has a
building the scaffold users need to work on. busy road beside it.

Suspended Scaffold Single Scaffold

or boring holes into the walls

boring holes into the walls will affect the structural integrity will disturb the occupants of the
of the building building

Castor Type Farm Wagon Type

4 to 1 3 to 1

a work platform mounted on jacks that bear on both the side the ladder rungs of two
rails extension ladders

500 m 6m
obstructions overhead electrical wires

To support scaffolds, always install mudsills and ensure Mud and soft soil doesn’t have
backfilled soils are well-compacted and levelled. to be replaced.

The mudsill should be

Mudsills are required when scaffolds are errected on continuous under at least two
concrete. consecutive supports

0 A clamp used for lap jointing

100 kg two
25 kgtubes together. It can be
used to connect short guardrail
A clamp used to connect two tubes when right-angle clamps posts to the standards or legs of
cannot be used. They usually connect bracing. frame scaffolds.
Fall restricting system Safety net

10m 2 cm

at each working level as the scaffold is erected at the top level of the scaffold

2.4 kn/ m2 (50 lb/ft2) 10 kn/m2

heavy and durable expensive

0
0

Be arranged so their span does

Be at least 48 mm by 248 mm (1 7/8 in x 9 3/4 in) not exceed 2.1 m (7 ft)

20m 1m
make sure the ladder is not
always use three-point contact locked into place
tools wires
Type of work that will be done
Height or heights to which the scaffold may be erected from the scaffold
proximity of the scaffold to overhead power lines instability or overloading

0
 6 metres (20 feet) for 150,001
6 metres (20 feet) for over 250,000 volts to 250,000 volts

0
de-lamination in laminated veneer lumber planks compatibility of components

only pre-use pre-use, during and after use

2.4 m 20 m
9m

All of the above

All of the above

None of the above

slippery conditions 8

All of the above

Develop an emergency response and rescue plans in case the

scaffold/elevated work platform fails 12

This is a scaffold that is supported by another scaffold.

Patented Scaffold

All of the above

Patented Type

5 to 1

All of the above

1m
All of the above

Embankments that appear stable must be contained.

Mudsills can only be placed along the length of the frames.

80 kg
A clamp used for connecting tubes at right angles. They maintain the
right-angled orientation providing rigidity to the structure.
Fall arrest system

10 cm

every two levels as the scaffold is erected

8 kn/m2

difficult to replace

All of the above

10m

make sure your tools are in hand

All of the above

All of the above

damaged extension cords shorting out on the scaffold frame
10 metres (20 feet) for 150,001 to 250,000 volts

All of the above

only during use

1m
Horizontal braces should be placed: on every second tier of frames on every third tier of frames

Outrigger/Side Brackets installed on the

side of the scaffold facing the forklift
may lead to: more stability more support
on both sides of frames on every frame

unbalanced
tip-overs loading