MOT Worker Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 1

Question 1

According to FHWA guidelines, workers exposed to traffic in highway work zones must wear at minimum what ANSI/ISEA 107 performance class?

Accepted Answer

Class 2

Answer

FHWA requires a minimum of Class 2 high-visibility apparel for workers directly exposed to traffic in highway work zones.

Question 2

Which colors are approved for the background material of high-visibility safety apparel under ANSI/ISEA 107?

Accepted Answer

Fluorescent yellow-green and fluorescent orange-red

Answer

ANSI/ISEA 107 approves fluorescent yellow-green and fluorescent orange-red as background material colors for high-visibility apparel.

Question 3

Under ANSI/ISEA 107, which garment TYPE designation is specifically designed for workers exposed to roadway traffic?

Accepted Answer

Type R

Answer

Type R (Roadway) garments are designed for workers exposed to roadway traffic and require a minimum Class 2 performance level.

Question 4

What is the minimum ANSI/ISEA 107 class required for flaggers directing traffic in a work zone per MUTCD requirements?

Accepted Answer

Class 2

Answer

The MUTCD requires flaggers to wear at least Class 2 high-visibility apparel because they are directly exposed to vehicular traffic.

Question 5

Hard hats used in highway work zones must comply with which ANSI standard?

Accepted Answer

ANSI Z89.1

Answer

ANSI Z89.1 establishes the performance requirements for industrial head protection (hard hats) used in occupational environments including work zones.

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MOT Worker Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 1