Scaffolding Safety Quiz

1

Who can erect or modify scaffolding?

Anyone

Only qualified and trained workers

Supervisors only

Equipment operators

2

How often should scaffolding be inspected?

Never

Daily before use

Weekly

Monthly

3

You can use damaged or defective scaffolding components.

True

False

4

What is the maximum height for a free-standing scaffold?

4 times the base width

6 times the base width

8 times the base width

No limit

5

What should be installed on all open sides of scaffolding?

Nothing

Guardrails and toe boards

Warning signs

Tape

6

What should you do if you notice scaffolding is unstable?

Continue working

Evacuate immediately and report it

Fix it yourself

Ignore it

7

You can overload scaffolding with materials.

True

False

8

What type of foundation is required for scaffolding?

Any surface

Firm, level, and capable of supporting the load

Soft ground

Uneven surface

9

What should you wear when working on scaffolding?

Regular clothes

Proper PPE including fall protection

No special equipment

Loose clothing

10

What should you do before climbing onto scaffolding?

Climb immediately

Inspect it for stability and proper construction

Ask permission

Wait for others

11

What is the purpose of toe boards on scaffolding?

Decoration

To prevent tools and materials from falling

To increase height

To reduce costs

12

What is the purpose of toe boards on scaffolding?

Decoration

To prevent tools and materials from falling

To increase height

To reduce costs

13

Scaffolding can be modified without proper authorization.

14

What should be checked before using scaffolding?

Only the weather

Stability, guardrails, and proper assembly

Only the height

Only the color

15

What is the maximum safe load for most scaffolding?

25 pounds per square foot

50 pounds per square foot

75 pounds per square foot

100 pounds per square foot