CSCS Safe Working Practices 4

Question 1

What is the purpose of edge protection on a flat roof or elevated work platform?

Accepted Answer

To prevent workers and materials from falling off the edge

Answer

Edge protection such as guardrails and toe boards prevent workers and materials from falling from elevated surfaces.

Question 2

Which hazardous substance regulation requires employers to assess and control workers' exposure to hazardous substances?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom)

Answer

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom / Right-to-Know) requires employers to identify, label, and provide safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals and train workers on them.

Question 3

What color is typically used for safety data sheet (SDS) section numbers related to health hazard information?

Accepted Answer

SDS sections use numbers, not colors

Answer

SDS documents use a standardized 16-section format with numbered sections — color coding is used on GHS hazard labels, not SDS sections.

Question 4

If a worker is required to work in a trench deeper than 5 feet, what OSHA protection system is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Sloping, shoring, or a trench box protective system

Answer

OSHA requires a protective system such as sloping, shoring, or a trench box for trenches 5 feet or deeper to prevent cave-in fatalities.

Question 5

What should a worker do before using a ladder on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

Inspect the ladder for defects and ensure it is on stable, level ground

Answer

Before use, ladders must be visually inspected for damage and positioned on stable, level ground at the correct angle to prevent slipping or collapse.

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CSCS - Construction Skills Certification Scheme Practice Test

CSCS Safe Working Practices 4