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Caught-In or Between Hazards Quiz
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Caught-In or Between Hazards Quiz

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

  • A worker standing safely away from machinery.
  • 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 _____.

    <p>object; injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What do you do next?

    <p>Stop working and exit the trench.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Trenches are susceptible to pinned between hazards.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Pinned between</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    Underground utilities present no hazards to employees working in trenches.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>True</p> 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?

    <p>Leave vehicles running while doing maintenance or repair work.</p> 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 _____.

    <p>Shoring</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Trench boxes</p> 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.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following tools with their proper safety guard:

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

    Which of the following is a lockout/tagout requirement for employers?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ways to avoid excavation hazards was mentioned in the Construction eTool?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities would require a competent person?

    <p>All of the above.</p> 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.

    <p>recognize; avoid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you do next?

    <p>I place the forklift in neutral and then exit.</p> 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:

    <p>Cave-ins</p> 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 _____

    <p>Competent person</p> 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 workers should avoid:

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

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

    <p>Employer</p> 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.

    <p>Seatbelt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Make sure all loads carried by equipment are stable and _____.

    <p>Secured</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Safety switches</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Lockout/Tagout</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Caught-In or Between Hazards

    • Examples include workers being pulled into machinery, amputations from saw blades, and being pinned between walls and heavy trucks.
    • Knowledge of these hazards is crucial for workplace safety.

    Fatality Statistics

    • Total fatalities from caught-in or between hazards decreased from 2010 to 2011.
    • Excavation or trenching saw the most significant drop in fatalities.

    Distinction between Hazard Types

    • The main factor differentiating struck-by hazards from caught-in or between hazards is the impact of the object and the resulting injury.

    Definition of Caught-In or Between Hazards

    • Defined as injuries from a person being squeezed, caught, crushed, pinched, or compressed between two or more items or parts of an object.

    Equipment Maintenance

    • Tools must be guarded, machine parts secured and safe, and heavy equipment should be stable to prevent tipping.

    Identifying Causes

    • Hazards can stem from unblocked areas, such as a bowl apron that could lead to falls.

    Immediate Response in Hazardous Situations

    • Workers should stop work and exit potentially unsafe areas, like trenches, to avoid hazards.

    Safety in Trenches

    • Trenches can lead to being pinned between hazards, confirming vigilance is needed in these areas.

    Prevention Strategies

    • Workers should avoid placing themselves between moving vehicles and immovable objects or stacked materials.
    • Underground utilities can pose risks in trenches, contrary to the belief they are safe.

    Tool Safety Practices

    • Safety guards should never be removed while tools are in use.
    • Machinery must be supported and secured; leaving vehicles running during maintenance is unsafe.

    Trench Safety Measures

    • Workers in trenches deeper than 5 feet need protective systems such as shoring, sloping, or trench boxes for safety.

    Competent Person Definition

    • A competent person is someone capable of recognizing risks and authorized to correct them immediately.

    Training Requirements

    • Employers must instruct workers on recognizing and avoiding unsafe conditions, reinforcing the importance of ongoing training.

    Safe Practices During Equipment Use

    • Workers should wear seatbelts in vehicles and ensure that loads are stable and secured while being transported.

    Lockout/Tagout Procedures

    • These procedures are essential to prevent equipment from reenergizing during repair work, ensuring worker safety.

    Additional Protective Actions

    • Hand-held power tools should have both guards and safety switches to minimize accidents.

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    Test your knowledge on caught-in or between hazards with this quiz. Understand the hazards and statistics surrounding workplace safety related to being caught in or between equipment. Evaluate your understanding of definitions and real-life examples.

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