OSHA 30 Construction Fall Hazards Quiz & Flashcards

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Every supported scaffold and its components must support without failure, its own weight and at least __________ the intended load.

6 times

2 times

4 times (correct)

3 times

What must the guardrails on suspended scaffolds manufactured after the year 2000 be?

38 and 45 inches high

Planks that are 12 feet long on a supported scaffold must extend beyond supports:

At least 3 inches, but not more than 6 inches (correct)

At least 6 inches, but not more than 18 inches (correct)

At least 15 inches, but not more than 18 inches (correct)

None of the above

When using scaffolds, make sure there is:

Safe and compliant access and egress Signup and view all the answers

Employees must not work on scaffold surfaces until:

The surfaces are determined to have the strength and structural integrity to support their intended loads Signup and view all the answers

What is the last step of the four-step systems approach to conducting an incident investigation?

Preserve and document the scene Signup and view all the answers

With respect to anchorage points, employers must:

Identify and evaluate attachment points to ensure they are adequate Signup and view all the answers

What must scaffold user training include?

Hazards of the type of scaffold being used, along with its maximum intended load and capacity Signup and view all the answers

A person who must select and direct employees who erect, dismantle, move, or alter scaffolds is called a:

Competent person Signup and view all the answers

How many workers can work off one lanyard?

1 Signup and view all the answers

Horizontal lifelines shall maintain a safety factor of __________.

At least two times the maximum intended load Signup and view all the answers

A __________ is any mechanism used to dissipate a substantial amount of energy during fall arrest.

Deceleration device Signup and view all the answers

A guardrail system or a personal fall arrest system is required for scaffolds more than ________ above a lower level.

10 feet Signup and view all the answers

What system is used in construction to restrict access to a roof to only authorized employees?

Roof permit Signup and view all the answers

When is climbing on the cross braces of a scaffold allowed?

Never Signup and view all the answers

It is important to secure your ladder, whenever feasible, to:

Fixed and secure points Signup and view all the answers

OSHA specifically requires ________ to assess the workplace for structural integrity.

The employer Signup and view all the answers

Body belts are allowed for:

Work positioning only Signup and view all the answers

According to statistics year after year, which of the following would be considered a significant fall hazard in construction?

Roof edges and floor openings Signup and view all the answers

A job hazard analysis (JHA) of roofing activities should be conducted prior to starting work to systematically identify, evaluate, and __________ all hazards.

Control or mitigate all hazards Signup and view all the answers

In most elevated work locations, at what height does OSHA generally require fall protection on a construction site?

6 ft Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take a person to fall 64 feet?

2 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Three major components of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) include; anchor and the anchorage connector; full body harness; and:

Connecting device (lanyard with shock absorber/retractable lifeline, snap hooks) Signup and view all the answers

Every supported scaffold and its components must support, without failure, its own weight and at least _______ the intended load.

Examples of fall hazards that have resulted in deaths on the jobsite include:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Regardless of the fall distance, which of the following is most correct?

Both A and B are correct Signup and view all the answers

If there are defects found during the inspection of personal fall protection equipment, it must be:

Removed immediately from service Signup and view all the answers

How can YOU prevent a fall from a ladder?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

More than 33% of fatalities in construction are from a combination of falls from:

Roofs Signup and view all the answers

Controls to mitigate fall hazards include installing which of the following?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Employees must not work on scaffold surfaces until:

It is determined to have strength and structural integrity to support intended loads Signup and view all the answers

From your choices below, what would you consider to be a 'major' fall hazard in construction?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

OSHA requires fall protection when working near the edge of a trench or excavation that is _________or more in depth.

6 feet Signup and view all the answers

Climbing on the cross braces of scaffolds is allowed:

Never Signup and view all the answers

Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, and used under the supervision of a _______ as part of a complete personal fall arrest system.

Qualified Person Signup and view all the answers

When using scaffolds, make sure there is which of the following?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

D-rings and snap-hooks must have a minimum tensile strength of:

5,000 pounds Signup and view all the answers

NIOSH is an acronym for which of the following?

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Signup and view all the answers

OSHA's 'Focus Four' training topics include Caught-In or - Between, Struck-By, Electrocution and ______.

Falls Signup and view all the answers

A hazard is any situation or condition that has the potential to cause harm to which of the following?

All of the Above Signup and view all the answers

Examples of falls that have resulted in deaths on the jobsite include:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

A hazard is a situation or condition that has the potential to cause harm to which of the following?

All of the Above Signup and view all the answers

A theoretical or 'What if' hazard is a ______.

Both A & B Signup and view all the answers

Fall hazards become fall incidents when people _______.

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

In the slide entitled 'How long does it take a person to fall?', the example noted that a person could fall 64 feet in approximately how many seconds?

2 seconds Signup and view all the answers

A fall hazard is anything that could cause you to ______________________ and that has the potential to result in a fall.

Lose your balance Signup and view all the answers

A fall hazard is anything that could cause you to ______________________ and that has potential to result in a fall.

Lose bodily support Signup and view all the answers

Fed OSHA requires fall protection on construction sites be used at:

6 ft. Signup and view all the answers

OSHA's Focus Four training topics include caught-In or-between, struck-by, electrocution, and:

Falls Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an OSHA requirement, regardless of the fall distance?

Fall protection must be provided when working over dangerous equipment or machinery Signup and view all the answers

Studies have shown that complacency, a hazardous behavior, may be caused by which of the following?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be used to prevent complacency from happening to you or to those around you?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

According to statistics year after year, which of the following would be considered a significant fall hazard in construction?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a basic element of a roof fall protection program?

Both A and C Signup and view all the answers

Three major components of a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) include; anchor and the anchorage connector; full body harness; and:

Connecting device (lanyard with shock absorber/retractable lifeline, snap hooks) Signup and view all the answers

Every supported scaffold and its components must support, without failure, its own weight and at least _______ the intended load.

Examples of fall hazards that have resulted in deaths on the jobsite include:

All the above Signup and view all the answers

OSHA requires fall protection at different heights for construction and general industry; however, regardless of the fall distance, which of the following is most correct?

Both A and B are correct Signup and view all the answers

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:

Removed immediately from service Signup and view all the answers

How can YOU prevent a fall from a ladder?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

More than 33% of fatalities in construction are from a combination of falls from:

Roofs Signup and view all the answers

Preventing fall hazards is a critical part of the construction planning process. Controls to mitigate fall hazards include installing which of the following?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Employees must not work on scaffold surfaces until:

It is determined to have strength and structural integrity to support intended loads Signup and view all the answers

From your choices below, what would you consider to be a 'major' fall hazard in construction?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

OSHA requires fall protection when working near the edge of a trench or excavation that is _________ or more in depth.

6 feet Signup and view all the answers

Climbing on the cross braces of scaffolds is allowed:

Never Signup and view all the answers

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.

Qualified Person Signup and view all the answers

When using scaffolds, make sure there is which of the following?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

D-rings and snap-hooks must have a minimum tensile strength of:

5,000 pounds Signup and view all the answers

NIOSH is an acronym for which of the following?

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Signup and view all the answers

OSHA's 'Focus Four' training topics include Caught-In or - Between, Struck-By, Electrocution and ______.

Falls Signup and view all the answers

A hazard is any situation or condition that has the potential to cause harm to which of the following?

All of the Above Signup and view all the answers

Examples of falls that have resulted in deaths on the jobsite include:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

A hazard is a situation or condition that has the potential to cause harm to which of the following?

All of the Above Signup and view all the answers

A theoretical or 'What if' hazard is a ______.

Both A & B Signup and view all the answers

Fall hazards become fall incidents when people _______.

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

In the slide entitled 'How long does it take a person to fall?', the example noted that a person could fall 64 feet in approximately how many seconds?

2 seconds Signup and view all the answers

A fall hazard is anything that could cause you to ______________________ and that has the potential to result in a fall.

Lose your balance Signup and view all the answers

A fall hazard is anything that could cause you to ______________________ and that has the potential to result in a fall.

Lose bodily support Signup and view all the answers

Fed OSHA requires fall protection on construction sites be used at:

6 ft Signup and view all the answers

OSHA's Focus Four training topics include caught-In or-between, struck-by electrocution, and:

Falls Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an OSHA requirement, regardless of the fall distance?

Fall protection must be provided when working over dangerous equipment or machinery Signup and view all the answers

Studies have shown that complacency, a hazardous behavior, may be caused by which of the following?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be used to prevent complacency from happening to you or to those around you?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

According to statistics year after year, which of the following would be considered a significant fall hazard in construction?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a basic element of a roof fall protection program?

Both A and C Signup and view all the answers

A(n) ___________________ to only authorized is used in construction to restrict access to a roof to only authorized employees.

Roof permit Signup and view all the answers

_________________ must be safely cleared from a scaffold as soon as possible to eliminate slippery conditions.

Ice and snow Signup and view all the answers

Scaffold failures are often caused by which of the following?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a frequently cited OSHA violation of safe ladder use?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

You are at a higher risk for falling if your portable ladder is:

Not inspected for defects or safely positioned each time you use it Signup and view all the answers

OSHA requires fall protection when working near the edge of a trench or an excavation that is ___________ or more in depth.

6 feet Signup and view all the answers

Three major components of a personal fall arrest system: anchor and the anchorage connector, full body harness, and __________________.

Connecting device (e.g., lanyard or a retractable lifeline, with snap hooks) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an engineering control that is installed to mitigate fall hazards?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Fall restraint systems must meet which of the following criteria?

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Personal fall arrest snap-hooks must be locking and be:

Designed to prevent opening and slipping off the connector Signup and view all the answers

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 ___________.

Removed immediately from service Signup and view all the answers

Personal fall arrest system connectors (e.g., D-rings and snap-hooks) must be compatible and capable of supporting at least:

5,000 pounds Signup and view all the answers

OSHA and ladder manufacturers require which of the following when ascending or descending?

3 points of contact Signup and view all the answers

The three main types of portable ladders are:

Step, straight, and extension Signup and view all the answers

The 4:1 angle rule for extension ladders means which of the following?

For every 4 ft. high the ladder is, the base should be 1 ft. out from the wall Signup and view all the answers

Always select a ladder that:

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Protect yourself when working on a ladder by:

All the above Signup and view all the answers

Supported scaffold systems must be inspected for:

Internal cracks, accomplished by X-raying all welded components Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS)

PFAS consists of three components: anchor and anchorage connector; full body harness; and connecting device (e.g., lanyard with shock absorber).

Scaffold Load Requirements

Supported scaffolds must bear their own weight plus at least four times the intended load without failure.

Common Fall Hazards

Fatalities have resulted from falls to lower levels, through openings, on the same level, through roof surfaces, and all the above constitute serious job site fall hazards.

Fall Protection Requirements

Fall protection is mandated for work over dangerous equipment and machinery, regardless of height.

Equipment Inspection

Defective personal fall protection equipment must be removed immediately from service if found during inspections or after an arrest.

Ladder Safety

Preventing falls from ladders includes choosing the correct ladder, securing it at the top and bottom when necessary, and avoiding carrying tools while climbing.

Fatalities in Construction

Over one-third of fatalities in construction arise from falls, particularly from roofs.

Fall Hazard Controls

Controls like guardrails, walls, protective covers, and parapets are essential for mitigating fall hazards.

Scaffold Safety

Employees can work on scaffolds only after confirming the strength and structural integrity to support intended loads.

Major Fall Hazards

Examples include roof edges, floor openings, improper scaffold construction, and unsafe ladder use; all are considered major fall hazards.

Trench Safety

OSHA mandates fall protection for trench or excavation work that is six feet deep or more.

Scaffold Use Guidelines

Climbing on scaffold cross braces is not permitted at any time.

Lifeline Supervision

Horizontal lifelines must be installed under the supervision of a qualified person to ensure safety.

Scaffold Safety Requirements

Safe access, full planking, stable footing, and guardrails are essential requirements for scaffold use.

Connector Strength Standards

Snap-hooks and D-rings must have a minimum tensile strength of 5,000 pounds.

NIOSH Definition

NIOSH stands for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

OSHA's Focus Four

Training focuses on four main hazards: Caught-In or Between, Struck-By, Electrocution, and Falls.

Hazard Definition

A hazard is any situation that could harm life, health, property, or the environment.

Complacency in Safety

Complacency, a hazardous behavior, can stem from repetition, unresolved unsafe acts, and lack of management enforcement.

Preventing Complacency

To prevent complacency, engage in hazard recognition planning, safety audits, and peer vigilance.

Fall Incident Causes

Fall incidents occur when individuals underestimate gravity, neglect safety measures, or become complacent.

Falling Speed

A person can fall 64 feet in approximately two seconds.

Fall Hazard Definition

A fall hazard is a condition that can cause one to lose balance or bodily support.

OSHA Fall Protection Requirements

OSHA requires fall protection for construction sites at six feet in height.

Criteria for Fall Restraint Systems

Fall restraint systems must prevent reaching free fall areas, have sufficient anchorage strength, and be designed by qualified personnel.

Scaffold Maintenance

Ice and snow must be cleared promptly from scaffolds to prevent slipping.

Causes of Scaffold Failures

Common causes include unsafe erection, excessive weight, lack of oversight, and use of incompatible parts.

Ladder Violations

Frequent ladder violations include failing to secure the ladder, inadequate training, and improper use of ladder top steps.

Inspection Protocols for Scaffolds

Scaffolds must be visually inspected for structural integrity, proper components, and safety compliance.

Guardrail Height Regulations

Guardrails on suspended scaffolds post-2000 must be 38 to 45 inches high, with mid-rails added for safety.

Supported Scaffold Planking

Planks on scaffolds need to extend at least 6 inches but not more than 18 inches beyond supports.

Safe Scaffold Practices

Ensure safe scaffolding practices include compliant access, full planking, stable footing, and effective fall protection.### Incident Investigation
The final step in conducting an incident investigation is to preserve and document the scene to capture critical evidence.

Anchorage Points Requirements

Employers are required to identify and evaluate attachment points, ensure proper use of fall protection by workers, and educate workers on equipment inspection and donning.

Scaffold User Training

Necessary training must cover hazards associated with the type of scaffold used, including maximum intended load and capacity.

Competent Person Definition

A competent person is defined as someone who selects, directs, and inspects employees working with scaffolds to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Lanyard Usage

One lanyard can only be utilized by a single worker for safety reasons.

Horizontal Lifeline Design

Horizontal lifelines must maintain a safety factor of at least two times the maximum intended load and be supervised by a qualified individual.

Deceleration Devices

A deceleration device is designed to manage fall arrest energies, mitigating the impact on an employee during a fall.

Scaffold Safety Regulations

For scaffolds over 10 feet high, a guardrail system or personal fall arrest system is mandated for safety.

Roof Access Control

A roof permit system is crucial for restricting roof access to authorized personnel only.

Scaffold Safety Practices

Climbing on the cross braces of a scaffold is never allowed under any circumstances.

Ladder Securing Best Practices

Ladders should be secured to fixed and secure points to enhance safety during use.

Workplace Assessment

Employers are required to evaluate workplace conditions to ensure walking/working surfaces can support worker safety.

Body Belt Regulations

Body belts are permissible for work positioning only, not for general fall protection.

Significant Fall Hazards

Recognized significant fall hazards in construction include roof edges, floor openings, unsafe ladder use, and improper scaffold construction.

Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

Conducting a job hazard analysis enables systematic identification and evaluation of risks, focusing on how to control or mitigate all hazards identified.

Fall Protection Standards

OSHA standards require fall protection in construction at heights of 6 feet or more.

Fall Time Calculation

A person falls 64 feet in approximately 2 seconds, highlighting the rapid risk of serious injury.

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