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HS&E WAH practice question: Roof work and fragile surfaces (6 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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Some fixings need replacing on the underside of a fragile warehouse roof.
What does HSE say first?
Choose one answer.
A A. Avoid the surface, for example work from belowB B. Walk on the roof but go slowlyC C. Use a ladder laid flat across the sheets to spread the loadD D. Send the lightest workerShow the answer and explanation Answer: A
A. Right: Right. HSE says avoid work on or near fragile surfaces where possible, for example working from below on a MEWP.B. Wrong: Wrong. Avoid going on the fragile surface.C. Wrong: Wrong. That isn't a designed staging.D. Wrong: Wrong. Fragile sheets may not hold anyone.Explanation Avoid fragile surfaces where possible: work from below, for example from a MEWP.
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