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HS&E WAH practice question: Planning work at height (2 of 6) E. Specialist: Specialist work at height A free question from our original HS&E WAH practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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A method statement is being written for work on a roof.
What is it commonly used for?
Choose one answer.
A A. Replacing the need for trainingB B. Recording who arrived lateC C. Managing the work and its precautionsD D. Pricing the job for the client and booking the materialsShow the answer and explanation Answer: C
A. Wrong: Wrong. Workers still need training.B. Wrong: Wrong. That is not its purpose.C. Right: Right. HSE says a method statement is the common way to manage roof work and communicate the precautions to those involved.D. Wrong: Wrong. It is about how the work is done safely.Explanation Method statements set out how roof work will be done and the precautions everyone must follow.
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