Advanced Rigging VOC Questions and Answers

Refresh key Advanced Rigging knowledge commonly assessed during a High Risk Work VOC. This page provides assessment-aligned guidance and a knowledge check to help you feel prepared.

⚠️ For knowledge refresh only. This does not replace training, site procedures or competency assessment. Voceed accepts no liability for misuse. View full disclaimer.

Knowledge Areas
0
Key Topics
0
Questions
0

Section 1 – Fabricated Hung Scaffolds

This section tests your knowledge of load limits, platform dimensions, edge protection, and access requirements for fabricated hung scaffolds. Assessors are confirming you understand duty ratings, fall protection rules, and compliance limits for scaffold platforms.

1. What is the maximum total load per bay for persons and materials on a light duty working platform?

225 kg (or 2.2 kN).

450 kg (or 4.4 kN).

675 kg (or 6.6 kN).

One sixth of the breaking load.

One sixth of the breaking load.

One third.

450 mm (or 2 planks).

900 mm (or 4 planks).

1000 mm (or 5 planks).

Where a person or object could fall more than 2 m.

150 mm.

No.

No.

900 mm.

1100 mm.

Midrails (or infill, or brickguards, or mesh).

No.

Domestic grade.

4 in 1 and 6 in 1

900 mm.

Section 2 – Suspended Scaffold Requirements

This section focuses on the design and safe use of suspended scaffolds, including swing stages, cradles, work cages, hoists, needles, and suspension systems. You are expected to understand load ratings, rope tensions, hoist requirements, and methods used to control movement and instability.

21. What is the minimum-rated working load for a trolley used to support a suspension rope?

500 kg.

To the inside.

900 mm.

1.7 m.

450 mm.

900 mm.

750 mm.

1.5 m.

2 m.

No.

No.

No.

80% of rated working load (or 80% of SWL),

40% of rated working load (or 40% of SWL).

Connect them with a spacer tie (or spreader bar).

3

2 rope diameters.

1 m.

No.

A double rope suspended scaffold.

An electrically powered scaffolding hoist.

End of Questions

Was this helpful?

Quick one-tap feedback for users on site.

Practice with a written test

Let’s be honest, we can’t do our written test in front of a screen. Why not get serious and try a more realistic approach! Download and print off your hardcopy here.