Caught-In or Between Hazards Quiz and Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following are examples of caught-in or -between hazards? (Select all that apply)

A worker is safely operating a machine

A worker is pinned in between a wall and a truck (correct)

A worker's finger is amputated when it is caught in the blade of a saw (correct)

A worker is pulled into a machine by his loose clothing (correct)

The total number of caught-in or -between fatalities _____ between 2010 and 2011.

Decreased

The biggest decrease in fatalities of caught-in or -between hazards has been in which field?

Excavation or trenching

The important factor in distinguishing between a struck-by or caught-in or -between hazard lies in the impact of the _ alone and the subsequent _.

object; injury Signup and view all the answers

A caught in or -between hazard is defined as injuries resulting from a person being squeezed, caught, crushed, pinched, or compressed between two or more objects, or between parts of an object.

True Signup and view all the answers

Match the following equipment with the correct description of how they should be maintained to avoid hazards:

Tools = Ensure these are guarded Machine parts = Make sure these are secured, supported, and made safe Heavy equipment = Prevent this from tipping over Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a cause of the hazards in the previous case study?

The bowl apron was not blocked to prevent falling. Signup and view all the answers

What do you do next?

Stop working and exit the trench. Signup and view all the answers

Trenches are susceptible to pinned between hazards.

True Signup and view all the answers

The previous case study was an example of a ______ hazard.

Pinned between Signup and view all the answers

To prevent being pinned between equipment or other objects, workers should avoid _____.

Placing themselves between moving vehicles and an immovable structure, vehicle, or stacked materials. Signup and view all the answers

Underground utilities present no hazards to employees working in trenches.

False Signup and view all the answers

You should never remove a safety guard while a tool is in use.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a method to ensure that machinery is sufficiently supported, secured, and safe in order to protect you from caught-in or -between hazards?

Leave vehicles running while doing maintenance or repair work Signup and view all the answers

Workers should not work in an unprotected trench that is 5 feet deep or more. The type of protection installed may be sloping or benching, trench box or shield, and _____.

Shoring Signup and view all the answers

Which of these are designed specifically to protect workers in the event of a cave-in?

Trench boxes Signup and view all the answers

It is important that you are always trained on the equipment that you will be using on the job site.

True Signup and view all the answers

Match the following items with the correct means by which to protect yourself from hazards:

Machinery = Guard all hazardous and moving or rotating parts Energized equipment = Turn off and completely shut down; lock-out power source if possible Cranes = Stay out of the swing radius Excavation sites = Use sloping or benching, trench boxes or shields, or shoring Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tools with their proper safety guard:

Hand-held power tools = Guards and safety switches Power saws = Point-of-operation guard Cranes = Chain drive guards Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a lockout/tagout requirement for employers? (Select all that apply)

Arrange programs to meet specific workplace needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ways to avoid excavation hazards was mentioned in the Construction eTool? (Select all that apply)

Inspect the site daily at the start of each shift Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities would require a competent person? (Select all that apply)

Workers are about to enter an excavation site Signup and view all the answers

The general training requirement according to OSHA for construction workers is that the employer teaches each employee how to _ and _ unsafe working conditions.

recognize; avoid Signup and view all the answers

What do you do next?

I place the forklift in neutral and then exit. Signup and view all the answers

Caught in or -between hazards are related with excavations [trenches]; therefore, the hazard considered to be the greatest risk is:

Cave-ins Signup and view all the answers

One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them is a/n _____.

Competent person Signup and view all the answers

To protect against caught-in or -between hazards, a worker should not only avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, but also a worker should avoid:

Working with equipment/machinery that has not been locked-out Signup and view all the answers

Providing worker training on the safe use of the equipment being operated is the responsibility of the:

Employer Signup and view all the answers

Workers should wear a _____ if required, to avoid being thrown from a vehicle and crushed as the vehicle tips over.

Seatbelt Signup and view all the answers

Make sure all loads carried by equipment are stable and _____

Secured Signup and view all the answers

All hand-held power tools should have guards and _____ on them.

Safety switches Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure helps to ensure equipment doesn't accidentally reenergize when it's being repaired or worked on?

Lockout/Tagout Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Caught-In or Between Hazards Overview

Caught-in or between hazards occur when workers are squeezed, caught, crushed, pinched, or compressed between objects or parts of an object.
Common examples include clothing being caught in machines, fingers caught in saw blades, and individuals pinned between walls and vehicles.

Fatalities and Trends

Total caught-in or between fatalities decreased between 2010 and 2011.
Excavation or trenching has experienced the most significant drop in fatalities related to these hazards.

Distinguishing Hazards

Distinction between a struck-by and caught-in or between hazard is based on the impact from an object alone and resulting injuries.

Safety Precautions and Guidelines

Tools should always be guarded to prevent accidents.
Machine parts must be secured and supported.
To prevent tipping, proper maintenance of heavy equipment is crucial.
Hazards can arise from unblocked bowl aprons, indicating the need for preventive measures.

Trench Safety

Trenches over 5 feet deep require protection such as shoring, trench boxes, or shields.
Daily inspections and safe access to excavations are critical to ensuring worker safety.
Underground utilities pose hazards; they must be acknowledged and managed.

Competency and Training

Workers need proper training on equipment they use to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions.
A competent person can identify hazards and has the authority to correct them.
Lockout/tagout procedures are necessary to prevent equipment from accidentally reenergizing during repairs.

Personal Protective Measures

Workers should avoid placing themselves between moving vehicles and immovable structures/materials.
Loose clothing and jewelry should be avoided to minimize risks.
Seat belts are essential to prevent being thrown from vehicles during tipping incidents.

Equipment Safety

Hand-held power tools require guards and safety switches.
Properly secure all loads with equipment to prevent accidents.
Follow specific safety measures for machinery, energized equipment, cranes, and excavation sites to mitigate risks.

Compliance and Responsibilities

Employers must establish energy control procedures, arrange specific safety programs, and ensure comprehensive worker training on safe equipment use.
Effective communication and adherence to safety protocols are critical in the construction environment to reduce hazards associated with caught-in or between incidents.

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This quiz covers the critical aspects of caught-in or between hazards in the workplace. It highlights examples, safety precautions, and trends in fatalities related to these hazards. Understanding these elements is essential for ensuring workplace safety and preventing accidents.

Caught-In or Between Hazards Overview

Questions and Answers

Which of the following are examples of caught-in or -between hazards? (Select all that apply)

The total number of caught-in or -between fatalities _____ between 2010 and 2011.

The biggest decrease in fatalities of caught-in or -between hazards has been in which field?

The important factor in distinguishing between a struck-by or caught-in or -between hazard lies in the impact of the _____ alone and the subsequent _____.

A caught in or -between hazard is defined as injuries resulting from a person being squeezed, caught, crushed, pinched, or compressed between two or more objects, or between parts of an object.

Match the following equipment with the correct description of how they should be maintained to avoid hazards:

Which of the following is a cause of the hazards in the previous case study?

What do you do next?

Trenches are susceptible to pinned between hazards.

The previous case study was an example of a ______ hazard.

To prevent being pinned between equipment or other objects, workers should avoid _____.

Underground utilities present no hazards to employees working in trenches.

You should never remove a safety guard while a tool is in use.

Which is NOT a method to ensure that machinery is sufficiently supported, secured, and safe in order to protect you from caught-in or -between hazards?

Workers should not work in an unprotected trench that is 5 feet deep or more. The type of protection installed may be sloping or benching, trench box or shield, and _____.

Which of these are designed specifically to protect workers in the event of a cave-in?

It is important that you are always trained on the equipment that you will be using on the job site.

Match the following items with the correct means by which to protect yourself from hazards:

Match the following tools with their proper safety guard:

Which of the following is a lockout/tagout requirement for employers? (Select all that apply)

Which of the following ways to avoid excavation hazards was mentioned in the Construction eTool? (Select all that apply)

Which of the following activities would require a competent person? (Select all that apply)

The general training requirement according to OSHA for construction workers is that the employer teaches each employee how to _____ and _____ unsafe working conditions.

What do you do next?

Caught in or -between hazards are related with excavations [trenches]; therefore, the hazard considered to be the greatest risk is:

One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them is a/n _____.

To protect against caught-in or -between hazards, a worker should not only avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, but also a worker should avoid:

Providing worker training on the safe use of the equipment being operated is the responsibility of the:

Workers should wear a _____ if required, to avoid being thrown from a vehicle and crushed as the vehicle tips over.

Make sure all loads carried by equipment are stable and _____

All hand-held power tools should have guards and _____ on them.

Which procedure helps to ensure equipment doesn't accidentally reenergize when it's being repaired or worked on?

Study Notes

Caught-In or Between Hazards Overview

Fatalities and Trends

Distinguishing Hazards

Safety Precautions and Guidelines

Trench Safety

Competency and Training

Personal Protective Measures

Equipment Safety

Compliance and Responsibilities

Studying That Suits You

Description

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