Ladder Safety: Proper Ladder Selection and Setup for Roofing Professionals

Question 1

What is the recommended angle for placing an extension ladder against a surface for roofing?

Accepted Answer

45 degrees

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30 degrees

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60 degrees

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75 degrees

Question 2

Which part of the ladder should you always face while climbing?

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The front

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The back

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Either side

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It doesn't matter

Question 3

Which of the following steps is the most thorough and effective way to inspect a ladder before use?

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Visually inspecting the ladder for any visible defects or damage

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Manually shaking the ladder to test its stability

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Checking if the ladder has been recently certified or inspected

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Relying on a coworker to inspect the ladder for you

Question 4

If you encounter ladder wobbling or shaking while working on it, what is the most appropriate action to take?

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Get off the ladder immediately and inspect it for damage or stability issues

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Continue working and ignore the wobbling

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Tighten the ladder's locking mechanisms to stabilize it

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Ask a coworker to hold the base of the ladder to prevent further movement

Question 5

Which of the following is a unique safety regulation specifically applicable to portable extension ladders?

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Always ensuring an overlap of at least 3 feet between the two sections

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Never using the top rung of the ladder for standing or working

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Securing the base of the ladder to a stable surface to prevent slipping

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Using a ladder with a wide spread base to enhance stability

Question 6

When working on a sloping roof, which of the following is the preferred method to secure and stabilize a ladder?

Accepted Answer

Tie off the top of the ladder to a stable structure and place the base on a level surface.

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Use a ladder stabilizer to secure the ladder at the base and the top.

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Place the ladder directly against the roof without any additional support.

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Secure the ladder only at the base using a rope or chain.

Question 7

For working on steep roofs, which type of ladder is the most suitable option?

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Extension ladder equipped with a roof hook

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Step ladder

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Straight ladder

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Platform ladder

Question 8

How often should you inspect a ladder before using it?

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Before each use

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Only if it looks damaged

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Once a week

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Once a month

Question 9

If you encounter a damaged or defective ladder on a roofing site, what is the recommended course of action?

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Report the issue to a supervisor and tag or mark the ladder as unsafe

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Attempt to repair the ladder yourself

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Ignore the damage and continue working

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Move the ladder to a different location

Question 10

What is a significant advantage of using a platform ladder on a roof compared to a standard extension ladder?

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It provides a more stable and spacious work platform

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Can reach higher heights

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Is lighter and easier to carry

Question 11

If a ladder is too short to reach the desired height safely, what is the proper course of action?

Accepted Answer

Extend the ladder using a ladder jack or an extension ladder

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Climb the ladder higher than the recommended height limit

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Use an improvised ladder extension or makeshift ladder

Question 12

Which of the following poses a common hazard associated with improper ladder setup?

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Tipping or slipping

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Falling tools or equipment

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Heat stroke

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Electrical shock

Question 13

When should wooden ladders be inspected prior to use?

Accepted Answer

Before each use

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Annually

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Only when they appear damaged

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Monthly

Question 14

For accessing a roof from the ground, which type of ladder is considered the most suitable option?

Accepted Answer

Extension ladder

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Step ladder

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Trestle ladder

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Roof ladder

Question 15

Before using a ladder, which action should be taken as part of proper inspection and maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Inspect the ladder for defects and damage

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Lubricate the ladder joints

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Load test the ladder

Question 16

When working on a steep roof, which type of ladder is recommended for optimal safety and stability?

Accepted Answer

Roof ladder with a hook

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Extension ladder

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Trestle ladder

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Step ladder

Question 17

What is the primary purpose of ladder stabilizers?

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Preventing lateral movement of the ladder

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Making the ladder easier to transport

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Reducing the angle of inclination of the ladder

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Increasing the weight capacity of the ladder

Question 18

When climbing a ladder, it is crucial to maintain:

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Three points of contact

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Carrying tools in your pockets

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Climbing with your back to the ladder

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Locking the ladder in place at the top

Question 19

When using an extension ladder, which of the following best describes the recommended amount of overlap between the sections?

Accepted Answer

3 feet

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1 foot

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2 feet

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4 feet

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of using a standoff stabilizer when working on a ladder?

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To prevent the ladder from shifting or slipping

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To support heavy tools

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To extend the reach of the ladder

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To create a more comfortable working position

Question 21

Which of the following ladder inspections should be performed daily?

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Checking for loose screws, damaged rungs, and bent or cracked side rails

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Testing the ladder's weight capacity

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Examining the ladder's electrical connections

Question 22

What is the proper way to climb a ladder carrying tools?

Accepted Answer

Keep the ladder in front, facing the rungs, and carry tools in a tool belt or bag

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Carry tools in one hand and hold the ladder with the other

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Throw tools up the ladder and climb behind them