Disaster Contingency Planning & Emergency Services Quiz
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Disaster Contingency Planning & Emergency Services Quiz

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Which law is violated by construction contractors in case of negligence, incompetence, or malpractice?

  • R.A. 4569 (Contractors’ Negligence Law)
  • R.A. 4568 (Construction Malpractice Law)
  • R.A. 4567 (Construction Safety Law)
  • R.A. 4566 (Constructors’ Licensing Law) (correct)

    • Who has the authority to issue a stoppage order in cases of imminent danger situations?

  • DOLE Secretary
  • Construction Worker
  • DOLE Regional Director (correct)
  • Construction Contractor

    • What is the purpose of a stoppage order issued by the DOLE Regional Director?

  • To correct the violation
  • To protect the workers
  • To penalize the employer
  • To abate the danger (correct)

    • How long does a stoppage order remain in effect?

    <p>Until the danger is removed or corrected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for non-compliance with a stoppage order?

    <p>Penalized under existing provisions of labor laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does R.A. 4566 stand for?

    <p>Constructors’ Licensing Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of R.A. 4566?

    <p>To regulate construction contractors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the employer when a stoppage order is issued?

    <p>To take appropriate measures to protect his workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document specifies the guidelines for issuing a stoppage order?

    <p>Rule 1012.02 of the OSHS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a construction malperformance due to negligence, incompetence, or malpractice?

    <p>Prima facie case of a grave consequence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what must be done to control the stored energy even after the equipment is locked out?

    <p>Relieve, disconnect or restrain any residual hazardous energy that could be present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to verify that the energy source is shut down before working on the machine?

    <p>Blocked off, controlled, and locked out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to restore the work area after performing service on equipment?

    <p>Close access panels that were opened to perform service on equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should remove the LOTO devices?

    <p>The person who placed each device</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after all LOTO devices are removed?

    <p>Tell involved employees that LOTO is ended, and that the equipment is being re-energized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of R.A. 4566?

    <p>To ensure safety in lifting operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to issue a stoppage order in cases of imminent danger situations?

    <p>DOLE Regional Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of construction malperformance due to negligence, incompetence, or malpractice?

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

    How long does a stoppage order remain in effect?

    <p>Until the imminent danger is eliminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the employer when a stoppage order is issued?

    <p>Comply with the order and take immediate action to correct the violation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a hazard of excavation works?

    <p>Working surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum width of a trench where the depth is greater than its width?

    <p>15 ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of soil is the least stable?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an equipment operator?

    <p>Performing repairs and maintenance that they do not understand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most dangerous movement for heavy equipment?

    <p>Moving backward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of perimeter fencing, enclosures, and signs?

    <p>To prevent unauthorized access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a key point about excavation safety mentioned in the text?

    <p>Excavation should be considered as a confined space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended minimum clear width for walkways or bridges in surface crossings of trenches?

    <p>20 in.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is a key point about heavy equipment safety mentioned in the text?

    <p>Mobile machines operate within close proximity to persons on foot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is one of the guidelines for heavy equipment operation?

    <p>Inspect your equipment after completing a job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the operator authorization policy and procedure mentioned in the text?

    <p>To ensure that only competent and trained operators operate heavy equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, who must provide a Construction Safety and Health Officer for every ten units of heavy equipment assigned to a project site?

    <p>The General Constructor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of a heavy equipment operator mentioned in the text?

    <p>To report abnormalities and unsafe conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should be done before refueling a heavy equipment?

    <p>Turn the engine off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should be done before dismounting a moving equipment?

    <p>Apply parking brakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a hazard related to crane operations?

    <p>Introduction of a source of ignition to a hazardous area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when operating mobile cranes in terms of proximity hazards?

    <p>Overhead power lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the potential proximity hazards mentioned in the text?

    <p>Personnel movement within the crane working area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of proximity hazards mentioned in the text?

    <p>Personnel movement within the crane working area and nearby structures or other cranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential effect of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) on radio, infra-red, or electronic controls?

    <p>Interference with radio, infra-red, or electronic controls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should crane operators do if the load weight is not available?

    <p>Estimate the weight using weight charts or tables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to ensure the stability of a crane during erection and dismantling procedures?

    <p>Use only parts and components meeting the manufacturer's specification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended precaution before lowering a long boom to the ground level?

    <p>Lower the hook blocks and rest them on the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to maintain stability when using timbers under outrigger footplates?

    <p>Arrange successive layers at 90° to each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to ensure the safe use of hand and portable power tools?

    <p>Proper orientation and use of the right tools for the job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a safety tip for using hand tools mentioned in the text?

    <p>Carry tools in tool box, bag or belt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the dangers of using pneumatic tools mentioned in the text?

    <p>Disconnecting the hose from the tool using it to clean machine or clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are cartridge tools used for, according to the text?

    <p>Fastening fixtures and materials to metal, pre-cast, pre-stressed concrete, masonry, block, brick, stone and wood surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the common injuries mentioned in the text?

    <p>Osteo-arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendonitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment necessary when using power tools?

    <p>To prevent personal injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of scaffold is the most common and versatile?

    <p>Supported Scaffolds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of scaffolds?

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

    What is the purpose of a stoppage order issued by the DOLE Regional Director?

    <p>To protect workers from imminent danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of scaffold is commonly used for painting and plastering, where workers frequently change position?

    <p>Mobile scaffolds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of suspended scaffold is typically used by window washers on skyscrapers?

    <p>Two-point adjustable suspension scaffolds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the recommended control measures for preventing falls from elevation when using scaffolds?

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

    Which one of these is NOT a permitted type of access to scaffold platforms?

    <p>Building stairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum width of scaffold wood planks?

    <p>10 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a fall arrest system?

    <p>To prevent serious injury or death of a worker due to a fall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the maximum wind speed limit for scaffold systems?

    <p>48kph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the expected load of a scaffold system?

    <p>Expected load = 4 x ( Live Load + Dead Load)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components included in the dead load of a scaffold system?

    <p>Pipes, Couplings, Planks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of scaffolding is NOT mentioned in the text?

    <p>Scissor Lifts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to ensure the stability of a scaffold during erection and dismantling procedures?

    <p>Do not use damaged parts that affect the strength of the scaffold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the SCAFFTAG system mentioned in the text?

    <p>To color code scaffolding material for wear and rusting</p> Signup and view all the answers

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