CTSP Aerial Lift Operations Safety 5

Question 1

Which condition requires immediate suspension of aerial lift operations?

Accepted Answer

Approaching thunderstorm with lightning within 10 miles

Answer

Approaching thunderstorms with lightning require immediate shutdown because metal booms are highly conductive and cannot be insulated against lightning strikes.

Question 2

What is the correct procedure when aerial lift outriggers cannot be fully deployed due to a curb or obstacle?

Accepted Answer

Relocate the truck to a position where full outrigger deployment is possible

Answer

If outriggers cannot be fully deployed, the truck must be repositioned; partial outrigger deployment does not provide the stability required for safe aerial operations.

Question 3

According to ANSI A92.2, who is responsible for ensuring an aerial lift operator is qualified before allowing operation?

Accepted Answer

The employer or the employer's designated competent person

Answer

ANSI A92.2 places responsibility on the employer to ensure operators are trained and qualified on the specific equipment they are assigned to operate.

Question 4

When working near an energized power line requires closer than the OSHA minimum approach distance, what is the required first step?

Accepted Answer

Contact the utility company to de-energize or re-route the line

Answer

When work requires closer approach than the minimum distance, the utility must be contacted to de-energize, insulate, or re-route the lines before work begins.

Question 5

What is the safest way to transfer a chainsaw to a worker in the aerial lift bucket?

Accepted Answer

Pass it up using a hand line (tag line) with the engine off and chain brake set

Answer

Tools should be passed using a hand line or tag line with all cutting equipment de-activated; tossing tools is prohibited due to struck-by and drop hazards.

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