NWSA - National Wireless Safety Alliance Fall Protection and Rescue Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to OSHA and ANSI Z359 standards, a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) anchorage point must be capable of supporting a minimum of how many pounds per attached worker?

Accepted Answer

5,000 lbs

Answer

2,500 lbs

Answer

3,600 lbs

Answer

1,800 lbs

Question 2

A tower technician is preparing for a rescue operation. According to ANSI Z359.2, which role is defined as a person assigned by the employer to perform fall protection rescue, who has been trained to do so?

Accepted Answer

Authorized Rescuer

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Competent Person

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Qualified Rescuer

Answer

Rescue Supervisor

Question 3

During a pre-use inspection of a full-body harness, which of the following findings would require the harness to be immediately removed from service?

Accepted Answer

Frayed or broken stitches on a load-bearing strap

Answer

A slightly faded manufacturer's label that is still legible

Answer

Minor discoloration on the webbing from sun exposure

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A dorsal D-ring that pivots freely

Question 4

A technician is using a personal fall arrest system while working on a tower. What is the maximum allowable free-fall distance permitted by OSHA and ANSI standards?

Accepted Answer

6 feet

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2 feet

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12 feet

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4 feet

Question 5

A rescue plan has been activated for a suspended worker. Which of the following is the MOST critical and immediate concern for the rescue team?

Accepted Answer

The onset of suspension trauma (orthostatic intolerance)

Answer

Retrieving the worker's tools

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Notifying the company's main office

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Completing an incident report

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a 'fall restraint' system?

Accepted Answer

A system that prevents a worker from reaching a fall hazard

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A system that arrests a worker's fall after it has begun

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A system designed to lower a worker at a controlled speed

Answer

A net system designed to catch a falling worker