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The foreman is preparing the next work area, and long straight facade needs stable platform. Which scaffold type should be used?

Correct Answer

A) frame scaffold for straight facade

frame scaffold for straight facade best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Answer Options
A
frame scaffold for straight facade
B
rolling scaffold on uneven exterior grade
C
swing stage for low interior ceiling
D
ladder jack for heavy masonry stocking

Why This Is the Correct Answer

frame scaffold for straight facade best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option B: rolling scaffold on uneven exterior grade

rolling scaffold on uneven exterior grade may relate to another site control, but it does not remove or guard the scaffold selection exposure being tested.

Option C: swing stage for low interior ceiling

swing stage for low interior ceiling may relate to another site control, but it does not remove or guard the scaffold selection exposure being tested.

Option D: ladder jack for heavy masonry stocking

ladder jack for heavy masonry stocking may relate to another site control, but it does not remove or guard the scaffold selection exposure being tested.

Memory Technique

the controlling choice Manager Checking: controlling is the harm, condition is the guard.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Tools and equipment; scaffold selection by work face; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.

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