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Guard-railed staging can't be used for work on a fragile roof.

What does HSE say should be used instead?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Nothing, just take extra care
  2. B. A tarpaulin over the roof
  3. C. Mattresses or soft boxes on the floor below
  4. D. Nets under the roof, or harnesses
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Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Falls through fragile roofs are often fatal.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. A tarpaulin won't stop a fall.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. They are not designed fall protection.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says if guard-railed staging isn't used, safety nets should be installed underneath the roof or a harness system used.

Explanation

Without guard-railed staging, use safety nets beneath the roof or a harness system.

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