Elevated Work Platforms (EWP) Licensing Practice Exam

What two things should be checked with the local council before operating on the street or footpath?

1. Worksite Safety and Traffic Control Permit

2. Traffic Control Permit and Exclusion Zone

3. Public Liability Insurance and Work Permit

4. Area Lighting and Social Disturbance

The correct answer is: Traffic Control Permit and Exclusion Zone

The most relevant checks to make with the local council before operating on the street or footpath include ensuring you have a Traffic Control Permit and confirming the presence of an Exclusion Zone. A Traffic Control Permit is important as it authorizes the use of public space for your work, ensuring that traffic is managed safely to protect both workers and the public. This permits the implementation of safety measures that may be necessary to control the flow of vehicles and pedestrians in the area where you will be operating. An Exclusion Zone refers to an area that has restricted access to ensure safety during operations. This might involve barriers or signage to keep pedestrians and vehicles away from the work site, which is crucial for minimizing risk and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. While other options might include important considerations for specific scenarios, they do not address the immediate need for authorization and safety arrangements that directly relate to operating in public areas. Public Liability Insurance is essential for minimizing liability risks but is not a permit or direct control mechanism for traffic and public safety. Area lighting and social disturbance may also need to be assessed based on the nature of the work but would not typically require council approval as direct prerequisites for street or footpath work.