Question 1

As a general rule, for projects requiring work on a roof, how far should your ladder be able to extend?

Five feet beyond the roofline
Three feet beyond the roofline 

One foot beyond the roofline 

Question 2

What should be factored in when accounting for load capacity?

Body weight 
Tools
Materials
Clothing
All of the above

Question 3

Never stand beyond this point on an extension ladder to properly maintain balance.

The fifth rung from the top
The fourth rung from the top 
The third rung from the top 
The second rung from the top

Question 4

How many points of contact should a worker on a ladder maintain at all times?

One
At least two 
At least three 
Four

Question 5

True or False? - You’re over reaching when your shoulders move beyond the stiles of a ladder.

True
False 

Question 6

True or False? - Metal ladders can be used near electrical sources if they have rubber feet at the bottom.

True
False

Question 7

True or False? - The base of a ladder should be placed one foot away from the structure for every four feet of height to where the ladder rests on a building.

True
False

Question 8

True or False? - Foldout or stepladders must have a metal spreader or locking device to hold the front and back sections in an open position when in use.

True
False

Question 9

Which of the following is not a good rule to follow when using ladders?

Never stand on top of a ladder
Never carry any load that could cause you to lose balance 
Always set a ladder at a 45 degree angle
Don't pull, lean, or make sudden moves on a ladder that could cause it to tip over 
Avoid setting a ladder near exit doors, near the path of pedestrian or vehicular traffic

Question 10

True or False? - When two or more ladders are used to reach a work area, they must be offset with a landing or platform between the ladders.

True
False
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