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An electrician needs to access a junction box located 20 feet above the ground to perform repairs. Considering safety and efficiency, what would be the MOST appropriate initial step?
An electrician needs to access a junction box located 20 feet above the ground to perform repairs. Considering safety and efficiency, what would be the MOST appropriate initial step?
- Immediately set up a non-self-supporting ladder with a 4:1 ratio, ensuring it extends three feet above the junction box.
- Use a mobile ladder stand, ensuring it has handrails if the platform is over 4 feet high.
- Select a Type III (Light duty) ladder, ensuring it reaches the required height.
- Assess if the task can be performed from the ground using extension tools or other means. (correct)
A construction worker is using a 12-foot non-self-supporting ladder to paint a building. Following the recommended safety guidelines, how far should the base of the ladder be placed from the wall?
A construction worker is using a 12-foot non-self-supporting ladder to paint a building. Following the recommended safety guidelines, how far should the base of the ladder be placed from the wall?
- 4 feet
- 2 feet
- 1 foot
- 3 feet (correct)
A maintenance worker discovers a fixed ladder with a broken rung during a routine inspection. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?
A maintenance worker discovers a fixed ladder with a broken rung during a routine inspection. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?
- Temporarily repair the rung with duct tape and mark it with caution tape.
- Remove the broken rung and continue using the ladder with caution.
- Use the ladder only if wearing a safety harness and lanyard.
- Tag or mark the ladder as defective to prevent its use and notify a supervisor. (correct)
An electrician is preparing to use a ladder near overhead power lines. What critical safety precaution MUST be taken before using the ladder?
An electrician is preparing to use a ladder near overhead power lines. What critical safety precaution MUST be taken before using the ladder?
A worker needs to use a straight ladder to access a rooftop. According to safety standards, what is the MINIMUM distance the ladder should extend above the landing surface?
A worker needs to use a straight ladder to access a rooftop. According to safety standards, what is the MINIMUM distance the ladder should extend above the landing surface?
A construction worker is about to climb a ladder while carrying a heavy toolbox. What is the safest method for handling the tools?
A construction worker is about to climb a ladder while carrying a heavy toolbox. What is the safest method for handling the tools?
A painter is using a stepladder. What is the PRIMARY purpose of the spreader bars on a stepladder?
A painter is using a stepladder. What is the PRIMARY purpose of the spreader bars on a stepladder?
A maintenance team is transporting several ladders to a new job site on a company vehicle. What is the KEY safety measure to ensure the ladders are transported safely?
A maintenance team is transporting several ladders to a new job site on a company vehicle. What is the KEY safety measure to ensure the ladders are transported safely?
A worker is using a ladder and finds they cannot comfortably reach their work area without leaning excessively. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?
A worker is using a ladder and finds they cannot comfortably reach their work area without leaning excessively. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?
A supervisor is assigning tasks for the day and notices that a particular job requires frequent ladder use. What alternative should the supervisor PRIMARILY consider to minimize fall risk?
A supervisor is assigning tasks for the day and notices that a particular job requires frequent ladder use. What alternative should the supervisor PRIMARILY consider to minimize fall risk?
How far out from the wall does an extension ladder need to be, if it is extended 24 ft.?
How far out from the wall does an extension ladder need to be, if it is extended 24 ft.?
What is meant by the 4:1 extension ladder ratio?
What is meant by the 4:1 extension ladder ratio?
It is best to have the ladder extend 1 ft over the roofline you are accessing.
It is best to have the ladder extend 1 ft over the roofline you are accessing.
At what height is personal fall arrest needed?
At what height is personal fall arrest needed?
How many points of contact are needed using an extension ladder?
How many points of contact are needed using an extension ladder?
A type 1 ladder is rated for how many pounds?
A type 1 ladder is rated for how many pounds?
A 200 pound person with a 25 pound tool bag needs to utilize what grade extension ladder?
A 200 pound person with a 25 pound tool bag needs to utilize what grade extension ladder?
What is the ratio for scaffolding that needs to be maintained, from the height to outriggers?
What is the ratio for scaffolding that needs to be maintained, from the height to outriggers?
How far out would the out riggers be on scaffolding that is 30 feet high?
How far out would the out riggers be on scaffolding that is 30 feet high?
Why are aluminum ladders not used around live electrical?
Why are aluminum ladders not used around live electrical?
An extension ladder should extend at least 3 feet over the roofline.
An extension ladder should extend at least 3 feet over the roofline.
Do wooden ladders conduct electricity when they are wet?
Do wooden ladders conduct electricity when they are wet?
Wooden ladders are non conductive when they are clean and dry.
Wooden ladders are non conductive when they are clean and dry.
Scaffolding must be designed to support how many times the weight of the load that may be imposed on it?
Scaffolding must be designed to support how many times the weight of the load that may be imposed on it?
Flashcards
Portable ladders
Portable ladders
Ladders that are easily moved and carried.
Fixed ladders
Fixed ladders
Ladders permanently attached to a building or structure.
Working load
Working load
Ladders must be able to hold the full weight of the user, plus materials being carried.
Light duty ladder (Type III)
Light duty ladder (Type III)
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Medium duty ladder (Type II)
Medium duty ladder (Type II)
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Heavy duty ladder (Type I)
Heavy duty ladder (Type I)
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Ladder extension above landing
Ladder extension above landing
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Ladder inspection frequency
Ladder inspection frequency
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Three points of contact
Three points of contact
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Safe climbing practices
Safe climbing practices
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