Questions and Answers
What are two US government agencies that are good resources for safety and health information?
OSHA and NIOSH
OSHA requires fall protection when working near the edge of a trench or excavation that is _________ or more in depth.
6 feet
Every supported scaffold and its components must support, without failure, its own weight and at least _______ the intended load.
4 times
During an OSHA inspection, you have the right to talk to the inspector privately.
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The OSHA standards for Construction and General Industry are found in:
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When the employer receives an OSHA citation, it must be posted for ______ days or until the violation is fixed.
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What does OSHA require employers to post for 3 days?
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What section of the OSH Act does the Whistleblower Program reference?
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Regardless of the fall distance, which of the following is most correct?
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Employees must not work on scaffold surfaces until it is determined to have ______ and structural integrity to support intended loads.
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From your choices below, what would you consider to be a 'major' fall hazard in construction?
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Climbing on the cross braces of scaffolds is allowed.
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If there are defects found during the inspection of personal fall protection equipment, or if the equipment has been used in an arrest, it must be ______ immediately from service.
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More than 33% of fatalities in construction are from a combination of falls from ______.
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Examples of fall hazards that have resulted in deaths on the jobsite include:
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How can YOU prevent a fall from a ladder?
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Three major components of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) include; anchor and the anchorage connector; full body harness; and ______.
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When using scaffolds, make sure there is which of the following?
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Preventing fall hazards is a critical part of the construction planning process. Controls to mitigate fall hazards include installing which of the following?
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D-rings and snap-hooks must have a minimum tensile strength of:
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Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, and used under the supervision of a ______ as part of a complete personal fall arrest system, which maintains a safety factor of at least two.
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Study Notes
OSHA Basics
- OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) are primary resources for safety and health information in the U.S.
- OSHA requires fall protection for trench or excavation work deeper than 6 feet.
Scaffold Safety
- Supported scaffolds must withstand their own weight plus at least 4 times the intended load.
- Employees should not work on scaffolds until they have been determined to have sufficient strength and structural integrity.
Rights During Inspections
- Workers have the right to have private conversations with OSHA inspectors during inspections.
Compliance and Posting Requirements
- Employers must post OSHA citations for 3 days or until violations are corrected, whichever comes first.
- OSHA standards for Construction are outlined in Part 1926; General Industry standards are in Part 1910.
Fall Protection Requirements
- Fall protection must be provided at different heights based on work context, especially when working over dangerous machinery or equipment.
- Major fall hazards in construction include roof edges, floor openings, improper scaffold construction, and unsafe ladder use.
Personal Fall Protection
- D-rings and snap-hooks must have a minimum tensile strength of 5,000 pounds.
- Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) consist of an anchor, full body harness, and a connecting device (e.g., lanyard).
- Horizontal lifelines should be designed and supervised by a qualified person.
Fall Hazard Prevention
- Preventing fall hazards is essential during construction planning; effective controls include guardrails, walls, protective covers, and parapets.
- Climbing on cross braces of scaffolds is prohibited, and any defective personal fall protection equipment must be immediately removed from service.
Additional Safety Protocols
- More than 33% of construction fatalities result from falls, particularly from roofs.
- Ladder safety involves choosing the right ladder, securing it properly, and avoiding carrying tools while climbing.
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