TheoryBasic Scaffolding Ticket (Australia)
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110 scaffold theory questions on legislation, erection, ties, guardrails and edge protection matched to Australia's HRWL assessment.
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Legislation And Licensing
Which HRWL class is required to erect, alter or dismantle a basic scaffolding system in Australia?
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Legislation And Licensing
What does the HRWL class SI cover?
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Legislation And Licensing
Which HRWL class covers advanced scaffolding including cantilevered, hung, and spur scaffolding?
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Legislation And Licensing
Under the Model WHS Act, a PCBU must ensure scaffolding work is carried out by:
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Legislation And Licensing
A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is mandatory for scaffolding work because it is:
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Legislation And Licensing
The Australian Standard most relevant to the design and safe use of scaffolding is:
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Legislation And Licensing
A scaffolding SWMS must be prepared:
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Legislation And Licensing
Who must sign the SWMS before scaffolding work starts?
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Legislation And Licensing
Under WHS law, scaffolding above what height triggers the requirement for a formal handover certificate?
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Legislation And Licensing
A notifiable incident involving scaffolding collapse must be reported to:
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Legislation And Licensing
When is a scaffolding design drawing required under Australian regulations?
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Legislation And Licensing
A scaffolding inspector must be:
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Legislation And Licensing
The maximum period between formal scaffold inspections on a construction site is:
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Legislation And Licensing
If scaffolding is altered mid-project, what must happen before it is used again?
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Legislation And Licensing
The WHS Regulation requires a scaffold to be inspected after:
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Components And Types
What is the primary function of a 'standard' (vertical tube) in a tube and coupler scaffold?
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Components And Types
A 'ledger' in scaffolding terminology is:
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Components And Types
A 'transom' (also called a putlog in older terminology) is:
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Components And Types
What is the purpose of a base plate in scaffolding?
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Components And Types
A 'sole board' (sole plate) is placed under the base plate to:
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Components And Types
'System scaffolding' (modular scaffold) differs from tube and coupler scaffolding because:
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Components And Types
Which component prevents a scaffold from swaying in the plane parallel to the building face?
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Components And Types
What is the function of 'plan bracing' in scaffolding?
Correct — D. That's the right answer. -
Components And Types
A 'coupler' (clamp) used in tube and coupler scaffolding must be:
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Components And Types
What is a 'swivel coupler' used for?
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Components And Types
A 'right-angle coupler' (also called a load-bearing coupler) is used:
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Components And Types
Scaffold boards must comply with:
Correct — D. That's the right answer. -
Components And Types
The maximum overhang of a scaffold board beyond its support (transom) is:
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Components And Types
What is a 'spigot' used for in system scaffolding?
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Components And Types
Aluminium scaffold components must not be used:
Correct — B. That's the right answer.
Basic Scaffolding Ticket (Australia) sample questions
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Erection And Dismantling Before erecting scaffolding, the scaffolder must assess:
A. Ground conditions, proximity to overhead services, wind exposure, access/egress routes, and loads to be imposed on the scaffold ✓
B. Only the weather forecast
C. Only the height of the scaffold
D. Only the number of workers available
Correct — A. That's the right answer.
Ties And Bracing The primary purpose of wall ties (reveal ties, through ties, lip ties) on a scaffold is to:
A. Prevent the scaffold from overturning and moving away from or into the building under horizontal loads (wind, impact) ✓
B. Carry the vertical load of the scaffold
C. Provide access between scaffold and building
D. Support scaffold boards
Correct — A. That's the right answer.
Edge Protection And Guardrails The minimum height for the top guardrail on a scaffold working platform is:
A. 900 mm above the working platform surface ✓
B. 750 mm
C. 600 mm
D. 1200 mm always
Correct — A. That's the right answer.
Loads And Inspection The three load classifications for scaffold platforms under AS/NZS 4576 are:
A. Light duty (225 kg/m²), medium/general duty (450 kg/m²), and heavy duty (675 kg/m²) ✓
B. Light (100 kg), medium (300 kg), heavy (500 kg)
C. Class 1, 2, and 3 with no specific kg/m² values
D. Only two classes — domestic and industrial
Correct — A. That's the right answer.
Access And Handover The minimum width of a scaffold platform used as a working platform (where work is performed from it) under AS/NZS 4576 is:
A. 450 mm (3 standard boards wide) ✓
B. 225 mm (1 board)
C. 900 mm (4 boards)
D. 600 mm (2 boards)
Correct — A. That's the right answer.
Real Exam Practice Bracing can be used for climbing on the scaffolding.
A. True
B. False ✓
Correct — B. Bracing is a structural component and must never be used as a means of access or climbing. Proper access ladders or stairways must be used.
Erection And Dismantling The first step when erecting a tube and coupler scaffold on an uneven surface is:
A. Install the top guardrail
B. Attach all bracing
C. Level and secure the base plates and sole boards on firm, load-bearing ground ✓
D. Install the scaffold boards
Correct — C. That's the right answer.
Ties And Bracing A 'through tie' (box tie) is formed by:
A. Screwing the scaffold into the building facade
B. Attaching a wire rope to the building
C. Passing a tube through an open window and connecting it to the scaffold on both sides — the strongest tie method ✓
D. Clamping the scaffold to the guttering
Correct — C. That's the right answer.
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- Spotting site hazards and controlling risk
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Emergency procedures and incident reporting
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Work health & safety law and duty of care
Spotting site hazards and controlling risk
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Emergency procedures and incident reporting
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