Safety Regulations & Compliance Flashcards
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Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, what is the minimum height at which fall protection is required for workers in construction?
Answer: 6 feet
OSHA 1926.502 requires fall protection for construction workers at heights of 6 feet or more above a lower level.
Which OSHA standard governs hazard communication (HazCom) and requires Safety Data Sheets for hazardous chemicals?
Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1200
29 CFR 1910.1200 is the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), which requires SDSs for hazardous chemicals.
What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) in field construction?
Answer: To identify and control hazards before work begins
A JHA systematically identifies potential hazards in each job step so controls can be implemented before work starts.
A Certified Field Builder discovers an unmarked buried utility line while excavating. What is the correct immediate action?
Answer: Stop work and contact the utility owner
Work must stop immediately when an unmarked utility is discovered, and the utility owner must be notified to verify ownership and safety.
According to ANSI/ISEA 107, which class of high-visibility apparel provides the highest level of visibility and is required on most highway work zones?
Answer: Class 3
ANSI Class 3 high-visibility apparel provides the greatest amount of retroreflective material and is required for workers in high-traffic highway environments.
What does the acronym LOTO stand for in construction safety, and which OSHA standard governs it?
Answer: Lock Out / Tag Out — 29 CFR 1910.147
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is governed by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 and prevents unexpected energization during equipment servicing.
When must a competent person inspect an excavation for hazardous conditions on a construction site?
Answer: Daily and after any event that could affect stability
OSHA 1926.651(k) requires a competent person to inspect excavations daily and after any event such as rain, frost thaw, or vibration that could affect stability.