30 Questions
By how much have fall fatalities increased annually since the 1990s?
10 percent
Overall work fatalities have consistently increased during the 1990’s
False
Fatal falls in 2017 were at their lowest level in the 26-year history.
False
What contributed to the decline in fall fatalities in 2018?
A 14 percent drop in falls to a lower level from the previous year
In fatal falls to a lower level, which body part is most commonly injured?
Head
What type of injury results in the most days away from work?
Fractures
Where do falls to a lower level resulting in days away from work most often occur?
Floors
Which group of workers are disproportionally injured from falls?
New employees
What percentage of fall-to-a-lower-level cases involving days away from work result in 31 or more lost workdays?
More than 40%
What is the minimum estimated cost of a single elevated-fall incident?
$500,000
In severe injury cases involving third-party suits, the cost of a single elevated-fall incident can easily reach:
$2 million
What is the cost range for a single elevated-fall incident when third-party suits are involved in severe injury cases?
$1.5 million - $2.5 million
What percentage of all construction sector fatalities in 2017 were attributed to the Focus Four Hazards?
64%
Which year saw the lowest number of fatal falls in the construction sector over a 26-year period?
2017
In severe injury cases involving third-party suits, what is the estimated cost range for a single elevated-fall incident?
$500,000 - $1,000,000
What is the main purpose of eliminating or controlling fall hazards in plants, warehouses, structures, equipment, and buildings?
To prevent a potential free fall to a lower level
Why are fall hazards considered a significant concern in various work environments?
Because they can lead to severe injuries like paraplegia and death
What is the main focus of fall protection according to the text?
Controlling hazards related to loss of balance or stability at heights
What is the significance of the term 'effective' in the definition of fall protection?
It highlights the need for comprehensive fall protection systems
What must fall protection be chosen to address?
The type and degree of risk present
What does the term 'mitigates' mean in the context of fall protection?
Reduces the severity of
What is emphasized about choosing fall protection according to ANSI/ASSP standards?
'Best practice' principles should guide selection
What is the allowable height range for the top edge of a guardrail, according to the text?
42-45 in.
What is the purpose of a mid-rail in relation to a guardrail?
To maintain the required distance between the walking/working surface and the top of the guardrail
In what circumstances is there some allowance for the top edge of the guardrail to exceed 45 in.?
When all other required conditions are met
In what situations is paneling or netting from floor to midrail or floor to toprail required?
When the material is piled to such a height that a standard toe board does not offer protection
What is the specific requirement for toe boards in areas where there is a possibility of objects falling below?
Toe boards must be extended to reach the floor to midrail or floor to toprail
Under what circumstance does a standard toe board not provide adequate protection?
When the material pile height exceeds its protective capacity
What force must a midrail be able to resist, according to the text?
150 pounds
In what circumstance does a standard toe board provide adequate protection?
When objects are likely to fall below
Test your knowledge on the average annual increase in fall fatalities since the 1990s and the observed trend in fall fatalities over this period.
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