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To ensure that a snap hook is fully engaged, a worker should (blank)
visually inspect it
The keeper/gate of the snap hook should be positioned so that it is never load bearing.
True
Warning lines, used in warning line systems, shall be erected at least (blank) from the roof edge when no mechanical equipment is being used.
6'
Fall arrest anchor points must support a minimum of (blank) per attached worker and be independent of worker support.
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For fall arrest, the anchor point should always be kept (blank) the rear fall arrest attachment.
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Side D rings are not intended for fall arrest.
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Positioning side D rings are intended for attachment of (blank).
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The stern also D ring is for fall attachment when the likely fall distance is not greater than (blank).
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When using a safety monitor program, a competent person has to be close enough to the workers that they can (blank).
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The dorsal D ring, pigtail D ring, or web loop are the (blank) for (blank) attachment.
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The OSHA fall protection standard does not contain training requirements.
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Shoulder D rings can be used for fall arrest.
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The suspension bridge is only used for (blank).
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To comply with OSHA's requirement that impact force of a fall shall not exceed 1,800 lbs of force, a harness should be used with a deceleration unit.
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If a harness shows signs of minimal fraying, it should be discarded.
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If hardware is bent on a harness, then the qualified electrical worker should (blank).
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Where should lanyards be attached on harnesses?
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A fall arrest attachment with a web loop must be attached to a harness with a (blank) or a (blank).
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To help prevent climber cutouts, gaffs must be sharp, properly sized, and properly shaped.
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An improperly sharpened gaff is safer than a gaff that has not been sharpened at all.
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Knots and knotholes are not hazards that contribute to cutout accidents because the gaffs are shaped to deal with them.
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The tip of the gaff should have a spike point.
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The gaff is properly shaped and sharpened when it begins holding a distance of (blank).
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If the gaff slides along the wood without digging, then the gaff is either improperly sharpened or the gaff angle is too small.
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One good climbing practice that will help avoid accidents is to practice taking extra-large steps when ascending, climbing, or descending.
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During a pole cutout test, the proper procedure is to (blank).
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When performing the cutout test, at what distance should the gaff be pushed into the pole?
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The point of the gaff should cut the pole surface at a maximum of 2 inches.
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When climbing a pole, carrying the hand line on a breakaway hook will help eliminate the hazard of being pulled off the pole by something snagging the hand line.
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A pole that is over (blank) old should be supported with a line truck boom or other device in case it is unstable.
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Climber shank and sleeves should be inspected for (blank).
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If accidents are to be reduced on the job, the climber must develop a safety conscious attitude.
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The one with the responsibility for inspecting, maintaining, and rejecting climbing equipment is the (blank).
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The person responsible for sharpening and properly shaping the climbing gaffs is the manufacturer.
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Study Notes
Snap Hook Safety
- Workers must visually inspect snap hooks to ensure full engagement.
- The keeper/gate of snap hooks should never bear load.
Fall Protection Protocols
- Warning lines in systems must be at least 6' from the roof edge when no mechanical equipment is in use.
- Fall arrest anchor points must support a minimum of 5,000 lbs per attached worker and be independent of worker support.
- Anchor points should be positioned above the rear fall arrest attachment.
Fall Arrest Equipment
- Side D rings are not for fall arrest but for connecting devices only.
- The stern D ring is for attachment when the likely fall distance is 2' or less.
- Dorsal D ring, pigtail D ring, or web loop are primary points for fall arrest attachment.
OSHA Training and Standards
- OSHA fall protection standards include training requirements.
- Shoulder D rings are not meant for fall arrest use.
Harness and Lanyard Regulations
- The suspension bridge is used solely for work positioning.
- Harnesses must be used with a deceleration unit to limit fall impact force to 1,800 lbs.
- Harnesses with bent hardware must be discarded.
Safety Practices among Climbers
- Lanyards should be attached at the middle back near the shoulder blades for optimal safety.
- Fall arrest attachments with web loops require a hitch or carabiner.
Climber Safety and Equipment Maintenance
- Gaffs must be sharp, properly sized, and shaped to prevent climber cutouts.
- An improperly sharpened gaff is not safer than a dull one; it can still be hazardous.
- Knots and knotholes can be hazards to climbers.
Gaff Specifications
- The gaff is effectively shaped and sharpened if it holds a distance of 1".
- If a gaff slides along the wood without gripping, it may be improperly sharpened or angled.
Climbing Procedures and Testing
- Proper protocol during a pole cut-out test includes placing the climber on the leg and holding the sleeve before lightly jabbing the gaff.
- During the cut-out test, push the gaff into the pole at a distance of 1/4".
Climbing Pole Safety
- The gaff should cut the pole surface at a maximum depth of 2 inches.
- Carrying the hand line on a breakaway hook while climbing prevents hazards of being pulled off the pole.
Handling Older Poles
- Poles over 20 years old should be supported with a line truck boom or similar device for stability.
Equipment Inspection Responsibilities
- Climber shanks and sleeves need to be inspected for cracks, cuts, or marks.
- Climbers bear the responsibility for inspecting, maintaining, and rejecting climbing equipment.
- Manufacturers are not solely responsible for sharpening climbing gaffs; climbers must ensure proper care.
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