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What is the primary purpose of using matting on a worksite?
What is the primary purpose of using matting on a worksite?
What is the primary hazard associated with unlevel ground conditions on a worksite?
What is the primary hazard associated with unlevel ground conditions on a worksite?
What is the purpose of establishing a Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) zone for overhead utilities on a worksite?
What is the purpose of establishing a Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) zone for overhead utilities on a worksite?
What is the first step in the encroachment process for addressing overhead electrical hazards on a worksite?
What is the first step in the encroachment process for addressing overhead electrical hazards on a worksite?
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What is the purpose of potholing, or daylighting, on a worksite?
What is the purpose of potholing, or daylighting, on a worksite?
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What is the primary goal of the equipment staging process at a drill shaft jobsite?
What is the primary goal of the equipment staging process at a drill shaft jobsite?
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What is the primary benefit of establishing and communicating a planned layout of the site from start to finish during the site set-up and layout process?
What is the primary benefit of establishing and communicating a planned layout of the site from start to finish during the site set-up and layout process?
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What is the primary purpose of marking the location of underground utilities on a worksite?
What is the primary purpose of marking the location of underground utilities on a worksite?
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What is the primary benefit of using matting on a worksite with steep slopes?
What is the primary benefit of using matting on a worksite with steep slopes?
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What is the primary purpose of establishing a Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) zone for overhead utilities on a worksite?
What is the primary purpose of establishing a Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) zone for overhead utilities on a worksite?
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What is the purpose of Rights-of-Way (ROWs) in subsurface construction?
What is the purpose of Rights-of-Way (ROWs) in subsurface construction?
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How are work limits typically defined along the ROWs?
How are work limits typically defined along the ROWs?
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What do site access conditions refer to in subsurface construction?
What do site access conditions refer to in subsurface construction?
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When constructing utility lines, how far can site access extend?
When constructing utility lines, how far can site access extend?
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What purpose do matting and soft soils serve in subsurface construction?
What purpose do matting and soft soils serve in subsurface construction?
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How are ROWs described in terms of land use?
How are ROWs described in terms of land use?
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What is the purpose of setting up a Restricted Access Zone (RAZ) at a subsurface construction jobsite?
What is the purpose of setting up a Restricted Access Zone (RAZ) at a subsurface construction jobsite?
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What is the primary function of delineating and marking a drill rig swing radius area?
What is the primary function of delineating and marking a drill rig swing radius area?
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How should employees be secured when entering the Restricted Access Zone (RAZ) at a subsurface construction jobsite?
How should employees be secured when entering the Restricted Access Zone (RAZ) at a subsurface construction jobsite?
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What is the purpose of setting up control lines, warning lines, or barriers around the drill rig swing radius area?
What is the purpose of setting up control lines, warning lines, or barriers around the drill rig swing radius area?
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Why is it important to clearly mark deep excavation areas on construction sites?
Why is it important to clearly mark deep excavation areas on construction sites?
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What should be achieved by installing signage at a construction site?
What should be achieved by installing signage at a construction site?
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Why should a drill pad be leveled before setting up a drill rig?
Why should a drill pad be leveled before setting up a drill rig?
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What is the purpose of establishing a Restricted Access Zone (RAZ) at least six feet from the edge of a drilled hole?
What is the purpose of establishing a Restricted Access Zone (RAZ) at least six feet from the edge of a drilled hole?
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Why is it essential to delineate and mark a spoils pile area?
Why is it essential to delineate and mark a spoils pile area?
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What safety measure ensures that workers are not struck, pinched, or crushed by a rotating drill rig boom arm?
What safety measure ensures that workers are not struck, pinched, or crushed by a rotating drill rig boom arm?
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What is the crucial step to prevent electrical shock hazards when working with a drill rig?
What is the crucial step to prevent electrical shock hazards when working with a drill rig?
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Which potential refers to the voltage difference between an energized object and a person touching it?
Which potential refers to the voltage difference between an energized object and a person touching it?
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What is the purpose of a foundation survey center pin in a drill rig setup?
What is the purpose of a foundation survey center pin in a drill rig setup?
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Why is it important to securely fasten the tooling to the bottom of the Kelly bar during drilling?
Why is it important to securely fasten the tooling to the bottom of the Kelly bar during drilling?
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How is 'step potential' defined in terms of electrical safety?
How is 'step potential' defined in terms of electrical safety?
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What is used to create a direct pathway for electric current to follow in the event of a fault?
What is used to create a direct pathway for electric current to follow in the event of a fault?
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Why are rebar cages typically transported using heavy machinery like cranes or forklifts?
Why are rebar cages typically transported using heavy machinery like cranes or forklifts?
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What safety measure should be considered when transporting concrete at a construction site?
What safety measure should be considered when transporting concrete at a construction site?
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When would a person experience a 'touch potential' according to electrical safety guidelines?
When would a person experience a 'touch potential' according to electrical safety guidelines?
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Why is confirming the foundation survey center pin placement critical in drill rig setup?
Why is confirming the foundation survey center pin placement critical in drill rig setup?
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