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You want to move a tower a few metres along a corridor. Your mate is still on the platform.

What does HSE say?

Choose one answer.

A. It is fine if your mate holds on tight
B. It is fine if you push it slowly
C. It is fine indoors, as there is no wind to blow it over
D. Never move it with anyone on it

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Answer: D

A. Wrong: Wrong. Never move a tower with people on it.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Never move a tower with people on it.
C. Wrong: Wrong. Never move a tower with people on it.
D. Right: Right. HSE says never move a tower while people or materials are on it, or in windy conditions.

Explanation

Never move a tower with people or materials on it.

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