CHST Fall Protection and Prevention 3

Question 1

Under OSHA 1926.502(b), what is the minimum load-bearing capacity required for the top rail of a guardrail system on construction sites?

Accepted Answer

200 lbs applied in any outward or downward direction

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(b)(3) requires that top rails of guardrail systems be capable of withstanding a force of at least 200 lbs applied in any outward or downward direction at any point along the top edge.

Question 2

What is the required height range for a standard guardrail top rail on a construction site per OSHA 1926.502?

Accepted Answer

Between 39 and 45 inches

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(b)(1) specifies that top rails must be installed between 39 and 45 inches above the walking/working surface to properly protect workers from falls.

Question 3

A safety net system must be installed no more than how many feet below the working surface per OSHA 1926.502(c)?

Accepted Answer

30 feet

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(c)(1) requires safety nets to be installed as close as practicable to the working surface but no more than 30 feet below to limit fall distance and ensure effective arrest.

Question 4

Which type of lanyard is designed to reduce peak fall arrest forces by absorbing energy during its deployment?

Accepted Answer

Shock-absorbing lanyard

Answer

Shock-absorbing lanyards contain a tear-web or similar device that rips open during a fall, dissipating energy and reducing the peak arresting force transmitted to the worker's body.

Question 5

Under OSHA 1926.502(b), what is required between the top rail and the walking surface of a guardrail system when there is no wall or parapet wall at least 21 inches high?

Accepted Answer

A midrail, screen, mesh, or other intermediate member installed midway between the top rail and the walking surface

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(b)(2) requires that a midrail, screen, mesh, or other intermediate member be installed approximately midway between the top rail and the walking/working surface when there is no wall or parapet at least 21 inches high.

CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Practice Test

CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Practice Test

CHST Fall Protection and Prevention 3