Safe Working Practices Flashcards
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What is the maximum weight a single person should manually handle without a risk assessment recommending mechanical assistance?
Answer: 25 kg
As a general guideline, loads over 25 kg are considered high risk for a single handler and typically require a risk assessment and potential mechanical assistance.
Which of the following is a leading cause of fatalities on US construction sites?
Answer: Falls from heights
Falls from heights are consistently the leading cause of construction fatalities, representing a significant portion of OSHA's 'Fatal Four'.
When should a safety harness be inspected?
Answer: Before every use and by a competent person at regular intervals
Harnesses must be visually inspected by the user before each use and formally inspected by a competent person at manufacturer-recommended intervals.
What is a 'permit to work' system used for on construction sites?
Answer: Controlling high-risk tasks to ensure proper precautions are in place before work begins
A permit to work is a formal document that authorizes specific high-risk tasks and confirms that all necessary safety measures are in place.
What does LOTO stand for in construction safety?
Answer: Lockout/Tagout
LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) is a safety procedure to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and cannot be restarted before maintenance or servicing.
Which of the following best describes a 'near miss' on a construction site?
Answer: An unplanned event that could have resulted in injury or damage but did not
A near miss is an unplanned event with the potential to cause injury or property damage but where no harm actually occurred — it must still be reported and investigated.
On a construction site, who is responsible for ensuring subcontractors follow site safety rules?
Answer: The principal contractor and site management
The principal contractor has overall responsibility for coordinating health and safety on site, including ensuring all subcontractors comply with site safety rules.