ASP ASP Construction Safety and Fall Protection 2

Question 1

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451, what is the minimum design load capacity that classifies a scaffold as light-duty?

Accepted Answer

25 psf

Answer

15 psf

Answer

50 psf

Answer

75 psf

Question 2

Who must inspect scaffolding before each work shift and after any event that could affect its structural integrity?

Accepted Answer

A competent person

Answer

Any construction worker

Answer

A licensed structural engineer

Answer

The scaffold manufacturer's representative

Question 3

Under OSHA scaffold standards, scaffolds must be capable of supporting at least how many times their maximum intended load?

Accepted Answer

4 times

Answer

2 times

Answer

3 times

Answer

5 times

Question 4

At what height above the lower level does OSHA require guardrails to be installed on scaffold work platforms?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

6 feet

Answer

14 feet

Answer

20 feet

Question 5

What is the minimum width required for scaffold work platforms under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

Answer

12 inches

Answer

24 inches

Answer

36 inches

Question 6

Under OSHA scaffold standards, what is the maximum allowable gap between adjacent scaffold planks?

Accepted Answer

1 inch

Answer

1/4 inch

Answer

1/2 inch

Answer

2 inches