Safety and Regulations Flashcards
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Under Maryland building codes, who is typically responsible for obtaining a building permit for a home improvement project?
Answer: The licensed contractor performing the work
The licensed contractor performing the work is generally responsible for obtaining required building permits in Maryland, though homeowners may also pull permits for work they perform themselves.
What is the purpose of a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) in the context of home improvements in Maryland?
Answer: It certifies that completed work meets code requirements and is safe for occupancy
A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is issued after final inspection and confirms that the completed work complies with applicable codes and is safe for its intended use.
Which Maryland agency enforces occupational safety and health regulations for workers in the construction industry?
Answer: Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH)
Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) is the state agency responsible for enforcing workplace safety and health regulations, including those applicable to construction workers.
What type of extinguisher is appropriate for an electrical fire at a home improvement worksite?
Answer: Class C extinguisher
Class C fire extinguishers are rated for electrical fires and use non-conductive extinguishing agents that will not create a shock hazard when used on energized electrical equipment.
A contractor's employee sustains a work-related injury that requires days away from work. Which OSHA form must the contractor complete?
Answer: OSHA Form 301 (Injury and Illness Incident Report)
OSHA Form 301 (Injury and Illness Incident Report) must be completed within 7 calendar days of learning of a recordable work-related injury or illness.
When trenching near a residential structure in Maryland, at what depth does OSHA require a protective system (shoring, sloping, or trench box)?
Answer: 5 feet deep
OSHA requires a protective system for excavations 5 feet or deeper unless the excavation is made entirely in stable rock. At less than 5 feet, a competent person must evaluate if protection is needed.