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What does OSHA stand for?
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?
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What is the force in pounds that the top rail of a guardrail must withstand?
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What are the safe work practices to protect yourself from electrocution hazards?
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What is a struck-by injury?
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What is the distance spoil piles must be from the edge of excavation?
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What is the elevation break that requires a stairway or ladder?
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At what height is fall protection required for surfaces with unprotected sides and edges?
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What are the types of health hazards in construction?
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What are the types of physical health hazards?
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Examples of struck by flying hazards include ____.
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What are Class E hard hats used for?
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What are Class G hard hats?
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What are the types of crane accidents?
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What are Class C hard hats designed for?
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What are examples of struck by hazards?
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What are employers required to do to protect workers from electrocution?
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What are the heights which require fall protection for scaffolds?
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What are the types of ways to protect employees with trenches?
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What is the greatest risk of excavations which is also considered a caught in or between hazard?
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What is required to be easily seen at the worksite?
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What is the first option which should be chosen to protect employees from hazards?
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What are ways employees can protect workers from falls?
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What is the Personal Fall Arrest System?
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What is the order of importance for OSHA inspections?
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How long must citations be posted for?
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What is the best way to submit a complaint?
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What PPE are employers required to pay for?
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What are the responsibilities of employers under OSHA?
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What records do workers have a right to see?
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What is OSHA's mission?
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How can you avoid being caught in or between objects?
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What equipment should workers avoid using?
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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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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.