Fall Protection Quiz

Questions and Answers

OSHA requires fall protection when exposed to a ______ fall or greater.

4 foot

What are common fall hazards? (Select all that apply)

Floor Openings/Pits (correct)

Wall Openings (correct)

Overhead Platforms (correct)

Shelving Units (correct)

Cooling Systems

Overhead Runways (correct)

What is the hierarchy of fall hazard control?

Eliminate the fall hazard, prevent the fall, control the fall.

What are examples of ways to eliminate hazards?

Hole covers/grates, guard rails, fences, barricades, personal fall restraint. Signup and view all the answers

What is the height from the upper surface of the top rail to the floor level?

42" (+/− 3") Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard toeboard clearance above the floor?

Not more than ¼" Signup and view all the answers

What are the A, B, Cs of Personal Fall Arrest Systems?

Anchorages, Body harness, Components. Signup and view all the answers

How does a personal fall arrest system work?

It stops a worker who is falling from a working level using an anchorage, connectors, and a body harness. Signup and view all the answers

A personal fall arrest system (PFAS) anchorage point must be capable of handling ___ pounds.

5,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the biggest cause of accidents?

Fall Signup and view all the answers

Most deaths happen between ___ feet.

6-10 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following safety terms with their definitions:

Administrative = Rules, talk to people PPE = Safety harness Engineering = Fall restraint system Fail Safe = Fall harness protection Signup and view all the answers

What does proper planning for fall protection include?

<ol> <li>Look at what has to be done 2. Ask yourself if you really need to work off the ground.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the parts of a scaffold?

Top rail, mid rail, toe board. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fall Protection Overview

OSHA mandates fall protection for workers exposed to falls of 4 feet or more when not on a ladder, scaffold, or scissor lift.

Common Fall Hazards

Common hazards include:
- Overhead platforms
- Overhead runways
- Elevated workstations
- Floor openings and pits
- Wall openings
- Shelving units

Hierarchy of Fall Hazard Control

First line of defense: Eliminate the fall hazard.
Second line of defense: Prevent the fall.
Third resort: Control the fall.

Hazard Elimination Strategies

Effective strategies include:
- Use of hole covers or grates
- Prevention through guard rails, fences, and barricades
- Personal fall restraint systems

Fall Protection Specifications

Standard height for the upper surface of top rail to floor level is 42 inches (+/− 3 inches).
Standard toeboard must have no more than ¼ inch clearance above the floor.

Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS)

Key components of PFAS include:
- Anchorages
- Body harness
- Connectors
- May also include lanyards, deceleration devices, and lifelines.

PFAS Anchorage Requirements

Anchorage points for personal fall arrest systems need to support a minimum of 5,000 pounds.

Accident Statistics

Falls are the primary cause of workplace accidents.
Most fatal falls occur between 6 to 10 feet.

Fall Safety Measures

Hierarchical approaches include:
- Administrative measures: implementing rules and communication.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety harnesses.
- Engineering controls: fall restraint systems.
- Fail-safe measures: fall harness protections.

Planning for Safety

Proper planning involves:
- Assessing the task at hand.
- Determining if aerial work is absolutely necessary.

Scaffold Components

Essential parts of scaffolding include:
- Top rail
- Mid rail
- Toeboard
- Toeboard should maintain a height of 4 inches or solid.

Description

This quiz focuses on essential fall protection guidelines, including OSHA requirements and common fall hazards. Discover the hierarchy of fall hazard control strategies and prepare yourself for safe working practices at height. Test your knowledge and ensure compliance with safety standards.