CHST CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Fall Protection and Prevention Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

What is the required minimum height for the top edge of a guardrail system used in construction?

Accepted Answer

42 inches

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(b)(1) requires the top edge of guardrail systems to be 42 inches plus or minus 3 inches above the walking/working surface.

Question 2

During steel erection activities, at what height must fall protection be provided to connectors?

Accepted Answer

15 feet

Answer

OSHA 1926.760(b) allows connectors between 15 and 30 feet to use alternative fall protection methods during steel erection.

Question 3

How often must personal fall arrest system components be inspected by the user?

Accepted Answer

Before each use

Answer

OSHA requires that workers inspect all fall protection equipment before each use to identify defects, damage, or deterioration.

Question 4

What is the maximum free fall distance permitted when using a personal fall arrest system?

Accepted Answer

6 feet

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(d)(16)(iii) limits the maximum arresting force and requires that free fall distance not exceed 6 feet.

Question 5

Hole covers used for fall protection on walking/working surfaces must be capable of supporting how much weight?

Accepted Answer

The maximum intended load and be secured against displacement

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(i)(3) requires covers to support at least twice the weight of employees, equipment, and materials and be secured to prevent displacement.

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CHST CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Fall Protection and Prevention Questions and Answers 3