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HS&E HAPS practice question: Fire, asbestos and handling on heating jobs (5 of 5)

E. Specialist: HVACR – heating and plumbing services A free question from our original HS&E HAPS practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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You are using a leaning ladder to reach a high-level heating pipe.

What angle should the ladder be at?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. 1 out for every 4 up (75°)
  2. B. 1 out for every 1 up (45°)
  3. C. Straight up against the wall (90°)
  4. D. Any angle, if footed
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says a leaning ladder should be one unit out for every four units up, an angle of 75°.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. That is too shallow. The ladder could slide out.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. The ladder could tip backwards.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. The ladder should be at 75°.

Explanation

Set leaning ladders at 1 out for every 4 up (75°), and don't overreach.

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