Question

identify 4 of the following work tasks that require a person to hold a licence.

a. using explosive power tools
b. working on scaffolding above 4m
c. operating power tools
d. driving a forklift
e. manual handling materials
f. working in confined spaces
g. sedimentary fencing installation

Explanation:

Identify licensing requirements

Under Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations, specific high-risk tasks require a formal license to ensure safety.

Evaluate each option

• a. Using explosive power tools: Requires a specific operator's license/ticket in many jurisdictions.
• b. Working on scaffolding above 4m: Scaffolding work where a person or object could fall more than 4 meters requires a High Risk Work (HRW) license.
• c. Operating power tools: General power tools do not require a specific license, only basic training/induction.
• d. Driving a forklift: Operating a forklift is a classified high-risk activity requiring an LF or LD class HRW license.
• e. Manual handling materials: Does not require a license, only general training.
• f. Working in confined spaces: Requires a specific unit of competency/ticket, but is generally classified under specialized training rather than a standard high-risk work license.
• g. Sedimentary fencing installation: This is a standard civil/environmental construction task and does not require a specific license.

Correction on selection based on standard Australian WHS licensing frameworks:
The four tasks from the list that typically require a specific license, ticket, or high-risk work license to perform are:

1. Using explosive power tools (requires an explosive tool operator's license/ticket).
2. Working on scaffolding above 4m (requires a basic/intermediate/advanced scaffolding HRW license).
3. Driving a forklift (requires a forklift HRW license).
4. Working in confined spaces (requires a confined space entry ticket/license).

Therefore, options a, b, d, and f are the correct selections.

Answer:

• a. Using explosive power tools (Correct answer)
• b. Working on scaffolding above 4m (Correct answer)
• c. Operating power tools
• d. Driving a forklift (Correct answer)
• e. Manual handling materials
• f. Working in confined spaces (Correct answer)
• g. Sedimentary fencing installation