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HS&E HIW practice question: Excavations in the highway (6 of 6)

E. Specialist: Highway works A free question from our original HS&E HIW practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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A ladder is used to get in and out of a deep trench.

How far must it stick out above the landing point?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Level with the top of the trench
  2. B. It doesn't need to stick out
  3. C. At least 1 metre
  4. D. At least 30 centimetres
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. You need something to hold as you step off.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. It must extend at least 1 metre.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says ladders into excavations must be secured, on a firm base, and extend at least 1 m above the landing point.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. It must extend at least 1 metre.

Explanation

Ladders into excavations: secured, on a firm base, extending at least 1 metre above the landing point.

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