Welcome to the 'Specialists - Lifts and Escalators'
This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz.
Each question is representative of the type used in the Specialists Test.
Instructions:
- The test will begin after you select the 'Start Quiz' button below.
- For each question, choose from the multiple choice answers provided.
- Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
- After the last question, click 'Submit' to be shown your results.
Ready? Click 'Start Quiz' to begin.
What should be done before starting work if a counterweight screen is missing or has been taken out?
If a trapdoor or hatch must remain open while you are working in the machine room, what must be in place?
When fitting a partially enclosed or observation lift, what safe working measure can be used to protect people underneath from injury?
Before using lifting equipment, what should you check?
A lifting beam at the top of a lift shaft has a safe working load marked as 800 kg, but the surrounding brickwork is cracked and appears loose. What should you do?
At what minimum gap between the edge of a working platform and the hoistway wall is the space considered a fall risk?
After the first inspection has been completed, how often must a scaffold inside a lift shaft be inspected by a competent person?
What is the legally required maximum interval between thorough examinations for lifting equipment used to carry people?
What is installed on an overspeed governor to prevent injury?
When an authorised person is working alone, which of these actions must be carried out? (Choose TWO)
