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According to OSH Standards (56), what is the minimum diameter required for the construction of timber scaffold standards?
According to OSH Standards (56), what is the minimum diameter required for the construction of timber scaffold standards?
In scaffolds platform for painters not more than 2 m above the ground, what is the minimum platform width according to OSH Standards (57)?
In scaffolds platform for painters not more than 2 m above the ground, what is the minimum platform width according to OSH Standards (57)?
According to OSH Standards (59), at what minimum height is fall protection equipment required when working?
According to OSH Standards (59), at what minimum height is fall protection equipment required when working?
According to OSH Standards (60), at what height are workers required to use fall arrest equipment?
According to OSH Standards (60), at what height are workers required to use fall arrest equipment?
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As per Additional Board Examination Questions (61), how many times should every scaffold be capable of supporting the maximum load without exceeding allowable stress?
As per Additional Board Examination Questions (61), how many times should every scaffold be capable of supporting the maximum load without exceeding allowable stress?
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In bamboo scaffolds, according to Additional Board Examination Questions (62), how many times should the material and construction be able to carry the imposed load?
In bamboo scaffolds, according to Additional Board Examination Questions (62), how many times should the material and construction be able to carry the imposed load?
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Which process in the text involves the calculation of both the likelihood of occurrence and severity of a hazard?
Which process in the text involves the calculation of both the likelihood of occurrence and severity of a hazard?
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In the OSH standard, what is the minimum height requirement for workrooms from the floor to the ceiling?
In the OSH standard, what is the minimum height requirement for workrooms from the floor to the ceiling?
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For air-conditioned rooms with free movement, what is the minimum allowable ceiling height as per OSH standards?
For air-conditioned rooms with free movement, what is the minimum allowable ceiling height as per OSH standards?
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According to OSH standards, how many cubic meters should be allocated per person in a workroom area?
According to OSH standards, how many cubic meters should be allocated per person in a workroom area?
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Why would the maximum number of persons allowed in a 4.6m by 7.5m workroom with a clear height of 4m be 9 instead of 12?
Why would the maximum number of persons allowed in a 4.6m by 7.5m workroom with a clear height of 4m be 9 instead of 12?
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What is the minimum width requirement for passageways between machinery or equipment according to OSH standards?
What is the minimum width requirement for passageways between machinery or equipment according to OSH standards?
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According to OSH standards, what is the maximum spacing of posts in a standard railing?
According to OSH standards, what is the maximum spacing of posts in a standard railing?
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For pipe railings, the top rails and posts of metal pipes should be at least how many millimeters in diameter according to OSH standards?
For pipe railings, the top rails and posts of metal pipes should be at least how many millimeters in diameter according to OSH standards?
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According to OSH standards, what factor of safety should be used for stairs, platforms, and landings to sustain a live load of not less than 490 kg/m2?
According to OSH standards, what factor of safety should be used for stairs, platforms, and landings to sustain a live load of not less than 490 kg/m2?
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What is the minimum width of stairs (including handrails) as per OSH standards?
What is the minimum width of stairs (including handrails) as per OSH standards?
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Based on OSH standards, what is the minimum width of stairs without handrails?
Based on OSH standards, what is the minimum width of stairs without handrails?
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What is the formal process to identify potential hazards related to an activity or operation, analyze the level of risk associated with those hazards, and propose controls to reduce the level of risks?
What is the formal process to identify potential hazards related to an activity or operation, analyze the level of risk associated with those hazards, and propose controls to reduce the level of risks?
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Which stairway slope (H:V) aligns with the OSH standards for stair pitch?
Which stairway slope (H:V) aligns with the OSH standards for stair pitch?
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What is the purpose of the daily meeting among workers and their supervisors as described in the text?
What is the purpose of the daily meeting among workers and their supervisors as described in the text?
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Which process involves identifying the dangers of specific job tasks to reduce the risk of worker injury by breaking down task steps, identifying hazards, and creating controls?
Which process involves identifying the dangers of specific job tasks to reduce the risk of worker injury by breaking down task steps, identifying hazards, and creating controls?
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In the context of construction safety, what is an 'Imminent danger'?
In the context of construction safety, what is an 'Imminent danger'?
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What is the key difference between job hazard analysis and HIRAC?
What is the key difference between job hazard analysis and HIRAC?
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Which term is used to refer to any working surface where workers are exposed to the possibility of hazards?
Which term is used to refer to any working surface where workers are exposed to the possibility of hazards?
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Which step is NOT part of the HIRAC process?
Which step is NOT part of the HIRAC process?
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Which process has a narrower scope focusing on job-specific risks?
Which process has a narrower scope focusing on job-specific risks?
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What does the acronym 'COSH' stand for in the context of construction safety?
What does the acronym 'COSH' stand for in the context of construction safety?
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Which term is used to describe a condition or practice that could cause death or serious harm under normal enforcement procedures?
Which term is used to describe a condition or practice that could cause death or serious harm under normal enforcement procedures?
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What is the formal process of identifying the dangers of specific job tasks to reduce the risk of injury to workers?
What is the formal process of identifying the dangers of specific job tasks to reduce the risk of injury to workers?
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What is the purpose of a 'Toolbox Meeting' in construction safety practices?
What is the purpose of a 'Toolbox Meeting' in construction safety practices?
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