Safety Standards & Compliance Flashcards
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The National Electric Safety Code (NESC) requires a minimum clearance between a metal fence and electrical supply lines to prevent electrocution. What governs these clearances?
Answer: ANSI/IEEE C2 (NESC)
The ANSI/IEEE C2 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) establishes clearance requirements between electrical supply lines and grounded structures like metal fences.
A fence installer experiences symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning while working near a generator. The FIRST action should be:
Answer: Move to fresh air immediately and call for emergency help
Carbon monoxide poisoning requires immediate removal from exposure to fresh air and emergency medical assistance, as CO can be fatal within minutes.
Which organization certifies the CFP (Certified Fence Professional) designation and sets its competency standards?
Answer: American Fence Association (AFA)
The American Fence Association (AFA) administers the CFP certification program and establishes the industry competency and ethics standards it represents.
When disposing of concrete slurry from post-setting operations, a contractor must NOT:
Answer: Pour liquid slurry down storm drains
Concrete slurry has a high pH (12-13) and is an EPA-regulated pollutant; pouring it into storm drains violates the Clean Water Act.
A fence project is located in a historic district. Beyond building permits, compliance with which additional review process is typically required?
Answer: Historic Preservation Commission or Board of Architectural Review
Work in historic districts typically requires approval from a Historic Preservation Commission or Board of Architectural Review to ensure the fence design is compatible with the historic character.
Under OSHA's Personal Protective Equipment standard, who is responsible for providing and paying for required PPE on a construction job site?
Answer: The employer is responsible for providing and paying for PPE
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.95 and 1910.132 require employers to provide and pay for PPE required by OSHA standards at no cost to the employee.
A fence contractor receives a Notice of Unsafe or Unhealthful Conditions (OUCH) from OSHA after an inspection. The employer has how many days to contest the citation?
Answer: 15 working days
Under the OSH Act, employers have 15 working days from receipt of the citation to file a Notice of Contest with OSHA if they disagree with the citation or proposed penalty.