CCM Construction Safety and Risk 2

Question 1

Under OSHA's Hierarchy of Controls, which control method is considered most effective for eliminating hazards?

Accepted Answer

Elimination

Answer

Elimination physically removes the hazard from the workplace and is the most effective control in the hierarchy.

Question 2

A confined space that contains a hazardous atmosphere or other recognized serious safety hazard is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Permit-required confined space

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1203 classifies spaces with recognized serious hazards as permit-required confined spaces.

Question 3

Which document establishes the safety program requirements for a construction project and is typically maintained by the general contractor?

Accepted Answer

Accident prevention plan (APP)

Answer

The Accident Prevention Plan outlines site-specific safety procedures, responsibilities, and hazard controls for a project.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?

Accepted Answer

Identify and control task-specific hazards before work begins

Answer

A JHA breaks a job into steps, identifies hazards for each step, and establishes controls before work begins.

Question 5

OSHA's trenching standard requires a competent person to classify soil and inspect the excavation:

Accepted Answer

Before each shift and after any hazard-increasing event

Answer

29 CFR 1926.651(k) requires daily inspections by a competent person before each shift and after any event that could increase hazards.

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