OSHA Safety Regulations Overview

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What does OSHA stand for?

Occupational Safety & Health Association

Occupational Safety & Health Act

Occupational Safety & Health Agency

Occupational Safety & Health Administration (correct)

Guardrail heights for top and middle rails should be ____.

39in - 45in

What does a GFCI do?

Protects you from shock and detects difference in current

How far must the ladder extend over the top of what you're climbing?

3 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the force in pounds that the top rail of a guardrail must withstand?

200 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What are the safe work practices to protect yourself from electrocution hazards?

De-energize electric tools that are in good repair and use cords, cables, and electric tools that are in good repair. Signup and view all the answers

What is a struck-by injury?

Injuries produced by forcible contact or impact between the injured person and an object or piece of equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the distance spoil piles must be from the edge of excavation?

2 ft Signup and view all the answers

What is the elevation break that requires a stairway or ladder?

19 in Signup and view all the answers

At what height is fall protection required for surfaces with unprotected sides and edges?

6 ft Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of health hazards in construction?

Chemical, Physical, Biological, Ergonomic Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of physical health hazards?

Noise, Temperature Extremes, Vibration, Radiation Signup and view all the answers

Examples of struck by flying hazards include ____.

Something that has been thrown, hurled or is being propelled across space, or piece of materials which separates from a tool or equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What are Class E hard hats used for?

Electric work, protecting against falling objects, high voltage shock/burns. Signup and view all the answers

What are Class G hard hats?

General service with limited voltage protection. Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of crane accidents?

Contact with power lines, overturns, falls, mechanical failures. Signup and view all the answers

What are Class C hard hats designed for?

Designed for comfort, offer limited protection from bumping against fixed objects. Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of struck by hazards?

Flying object, falling object, swinging object, rolling object. Signup and view all the answers

What are employers required to do to protect workers from electrocution?

Provide proper PPE. Signup and view all the answers

What are the heights which require fall protection for scaffolds?

6 feet Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of ways to protect employees with trenches?

Shielding, Trench Boxes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest risk of excavations which is also considered a caught in or between hazard?

Cave-ins. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be easily seen at the worksite?

High vis-vests. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first option which should be chosen to protect employees from hazards?

Prevention. Signup and view all the answers

What are ways employees can protect workers from falls?

Training, providing equipment, and prevention methods. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Personal Fall Arrest System?

Anchoring, lifeline, and body harness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the order of importance for OSHA inspections?

Imminent Danger, Fatality/Catastrophe, Complaint/Referrals, Programmed Inspections. Signup and view all the answers

How long must citations be posted for?

3 work days or until hazard is abated. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to submit a complaint?

Online. Signup and view all the answers

What PPE are employers required to pay for?

Everything but boots and prescription glasses. Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of employers under OSHA?

Provide a safe workplace, provide training, keep records of injuries and illnesses, provide medical exams, post OSHA citations, provide PPE. Signup and view all the answers

What records do workers have a right to see?

The current log and the logs stored for the past 5 years, annually posted summary of injuries and illnesses. Signup and view all the answers

What is OSHA's mission?

To save lives and prevent injuries and protect the health of America's workers. Signup and view all the answers

How can you avoid being caught in or between objects?

Never be between the moving equipment and an immovable object. Signup and view all the answers

What equipment should workers avoid using?

Locked out equipment. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

OSHA Overview

OSHA stands for Occupational Safety & Health Administration, which ensures safe working conditions.

Guardrails and Ladders

Top and middle guardrail heights must be between 39 inches and 45 inches.
Ladders must extend at least 3 feet above the edge of what is being climbed.

Electrical Safety

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) prevent electric shock by detecting current differences.
To protect against electrocution, use properly maintained electrical tools, cords, and cables.
Employers are required to provide proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for electrical safety.

Fall Protection Regulations

Fall protection is required for working at elevations of 6 feet or more for unprotected sides and edges, including scaffolds.
Spoil piles need to be kept at least 2 feet from the edge of an excavation site.
A stairway or ladder is needed for elevation breaks of 19 inches.

Types of Injuries and Hazards

Struck-by injuries occur from forcible contact with objects or equipment.
Example struck-by hazards include flying, falling, swinging, or rolling objects.
Greatest excavation risk is from cave-ins, classified as caught in or between hazards.

Hard Hat Classes

Class E hard hats protect against high voltage shocks and falling objects.
Class G hard hats provide limited voltage protection for general service.
Class C hard hats offer limited protection, mainly from bumping against fixed objects.

Health Hazards in Construction

Health hazards include chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic factors.
Physical hazards encompass noise, temperature extremes, vibration, and radiation.

Accident Prevention Strategies

To protect employees from falls, implement training, provide proper equipment, and employ prevention methods.
Personal fall arrest systems consist of anchoring, lifelines, and body harnesses.
Prevention is the preferred method to address workplace hazards.

OSHA Inspection and Recordkeeping

OSHA inspections prioritize imminent danger, fatalities, complaints, and programmed inspections.
Citations must be posted for 3 workdays or until hazards are abated.
Workers have the right to access current and past injury/illness records for up to 5 years.

Employers' Responsibilities

Employers must maintain a safe workplace, provide training, keep injury records, and supply necessary PPE (excluding boots and prescription glasses).

High Visibility Requirements

High visibility vests must be easily seen on the job site to enhance safety.

Filing Complaints

The best method to submit complaints to OSHA is online.

Avoiding Caught-In Hazards

Stay clear of being between moving equipment and immovable objects to prevent injuries.

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Description

This quiz covers essential OSHA regulations for maintaining safety in the workplace. It includes topics on guardrails, ladders, electrical safety, and fall protection. Understanding these regulations is crucial for ensuring a safe working environment.