NWSA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 2

Question 1

What is the correct order for donning (putting on) PPE before climbing a tower?

Accepted Answer

Hard hat → Safety glasses → Harness → Gloves

Answer

Gloves → Hard hat → Safety glasses → Harness

Answer

Harness → Hard hat → Safety glasses → Gloves

Answer

Safety glasses → Hard hat → Gloves → Harness

Question 2

At what interval should a full-body harness used in tower climbing be formally inspected by a competent person?

Accepted Answer

Before each use and annually by a competent person

Answer

Every 6 months

Answer

Only when visible damage is noticed

Answer

Every 2 years

Question 3

A high-visibility vest worn on a tower work site near roadways must comply with which ANSI/ISEA standard?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/ISEA 107

Answer

ANSI/ISEA Z87.1

Answer

ANSI/ISEA Z89.1

Answer

ANSI/ISEA 125

Question 4

Which respiratory protection device is appropriate for tower workers encountering nuisance dust during antenna installation in a confined space?

Accepted Answer

N95 filtering facepiece respirator

Answer

Surgical mask

Answer

Powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR)

Answer

Supplied-air respirator (SAR)

Question 5

When selecting footwear for tower climbing, which feature is most critical for preventing slips on metal rungs and platforms?

Accepted Answer

Oil-resistant, non-slip outsole with ankle support

Answer

Steel toe cap

Answer

Metatarsal guard

Answer

Non-conductive electrical hazard rating

Question 6

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132, who is responsible for providing and paying for required PPE on a general industry worksite?

Accepted Answer

The employer

Answer

The employee

Answer

The equipment manufacturer

Answer

The site owner

Question 7

What does the designation 'Type II' indicate on a hard hat classification?

Accepted Answer

Protection from both top and lateral (side) impacts

Answer

Protection only from top impact

Answer

Electrical insulation rating

Answer

High-temperature resistance