ASP Construction Safety and Fall Protection Flashcards
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Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, what is the minimum tensile strength required for personal fall arrest system (PFAS) components such as lanyards?
Answer: 5,000 lbs
OSHA requires all PFAS components, including lanyards and connectors, to withstand a minimum tensile load of 5,000 lbs.
At what fall height must OSHA's construction standard require fall protection for workers on walking/working surfaces?
Answer: 6 feet
OSHA's construction standard (29 CFR 1926.502) requires fall protection when workers are exposed to falls of 6 feet or more.
What is the maximum free-fall distance allowed in a personal fall arrest system under OSHA construction standards?
Answer: 6 feet
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 limits free-fall distance in a PFAS to a maximum of 6 feet, while also limiting deceleration force to 1,800 lbs.
Which fall protection system uses a rope or cable to prevent a worker from reaching a fall hazard rather than stopping a fall?
Answer: Travel Restraint System
A travel restraint system prevents a worker from reaching the fall hazard entirely, unlike arrest systems that stop a fall after it begins.
Under OSHA construction standards, what is the required height (±3 inches) for standard guardrail top rails?
Answer: 42 inches
OSHA requires guardrail top rails to be 42 inches (±3 inches) above the walking/working surface.
What minimum load capacity is required for a personal fall arrest system anchor point under OSHA?
Answer: 5,000 lbs per attached worker
OSHA requires PFAS anchor points to support at least 5,000 lbs per attached worker, or be designed by a qualified person with a 2:1 safety factor.