Risk Management & Site Safety Flashcards
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Which OSHA standard specifically governs hazard communication and the use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in the workplace?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1200
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), 29 CFR 1910.1200, requires Safety Data Sheets and proper labeling for hazardous chemicals.
When a drafting technician identifies a potential design flaw that could create a fall hazard during construction, the correct first action is to:
Answer: Immediately notify the project engineer or supervisor
Identified safety hazards must be escalated to the responsible engineer or supervisor immediately so corrective action can be taken before the design is issued.
A risk matrix is used in construction projects primarily to:
Answer: Prioritize risks by combining likelihood and consequence
A risk matrix plots probability against severity to prioritize which risks require immediate mitigation versus monitoring.
The hierarchy of controls lists which option as the MOST effective method for eliminating workplace hazards?
Answer: Elimination
Elimination—physically removing the hazard from the workplace—is the most effective control because it permanently removes the risk source.
On a construction site drawing, a 'hard barricade' zone notation typically indicates:
Answer: A physical barrier restricting access due to overhead hazards or excavation
Hard barricades are rigid physical barriers used to restrict access to areas with serious hazards such as excavations, overhead work, or unstable structures.
Which document outlines the specific safety procedures, responsibilities, and emergency plans for a construction project before work begins?
Answer: Project Safety Plan (PSP)
The Project Safety Plan documents site-specific hazards, control measures, emergency procedures, and personnel responsibilities prior to construction start.
In the context of drafting for construction, a 'constructability review' helps reduce risk by:
Answer: Verifying that the design can be built safely and efficiently before documents are finalized
A constructability review identifies design elements that could create construction difficulties or safety hazards, allowing changes before documents are released.