CATS Safety and ANSI 2

Question 1

ANSI Z133 is the primary safety standard governing which type of work?

Accepted Answer

Arboricultural operations

Answer

ANSI Z133 is the American National Standard for Arboricultural Operations — Safety Requirements, covering climbing, aerial lifts, and ground operations.

Question 2

When using a chainsaw in a tree, the operator must ensure the chain brake is functional primarily to protect against:

Accepted Answer

Bar tip contact causing kickback

Answer

The chain brake is designed to stop the chain instantly if kickback occurs, most commonly caused by contact with the upper tip (kickback zone) of the bar.

Question 3

Under ANSI Z133, what minimum distance must workers maintain from energized power lines when using aerial lift equipment rated under 46 kV?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

ANSI Z133 requires a minimum approach distance of 10 feet from energized conductors up to 50 kV when using aerial lift equipment.

Question 4

A work zone for tree removal on a public street should be established using traffic control measures that comply with which document?

Accepted Answer

MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices)

Answer

The MUTCD sets the national standard for traffic control devices and work zone setup on public roadways.

Question 5

Which Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is specifically required by ANSI Z133 when operating a chainsaw on the ground?

Accepted Answer

Cut-resistant leg protection (chainsaw chaps or pants)

Answer

ANSI Z133 mandates cut-resistant leg protection such as chaps or chainsaw pants whenever a chainsaw is operated on the ground.

(CATS) Certified Arborist Tree Service of Albuquerque Practice Test

(CATS) Certified Arborist Tree Service of Albuquerque Practice Test

CATS Safety and ANSI 2