FREE STSC Fall Protection and Prevention Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to OSHA 1926 Subpart M, at what minimum height must fall protection be provided for workers on a walking/working surface with an unprotected side or edge?

Accepted Answer

6 feet

Answer

OSHA standard 1926.501(b)(1) specifically states that each employee on a walking/working surface with an unprotected side or edge which is 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above a lower level shall be protected from falling by the use of guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems.

Question 2

A supervisor inspects a worker's personal fall arrest system (PFAS) and discovers a lanyard with a small tear in the outer webbing, although the inner core is not visible. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately remove the lanyard from service and tag it as unusable.

Answer

OSHA regulations, such as 1926.502(d)(21), require that personal fall arrest systems be inspected prior to each use for wear, damage, and other deterioration. Any defective component must be removed from service immediately. A tear in the webbing compromises the strength and integrity of the lanyard, regardless of whether the inner core is visible.

Question 3

Which of the following descriptions meets OSHA's minimum requirements for a standard guardrail system on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

A top rail at 42 inches (+/- 3 inches) capable of withstanding a 200-pound force without failure.

Answer

OSHA 1926.502(b) specifies that the top edge height of top rails must be 42 inches, plus or minus 3 inches, above the walking/working level. Additionally, the system must be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds applied in any outward or downward direction.

Question 4

During a project, a supervisor needs to designate an individual to identify existing and predictable fall hazards and who has the authority to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. According to OSHA definitions, this individual is known as a:

Accepted Answer

Competent Person

Answer

OSHA 1926.32(f) defines a 'Competent person' as one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. A 'Qualified Person' has a degree or extensive experience to solve problems, while an 'Authorized Person' is assigned by the employer to a specific duty.

Question 5

When safety nets are used as the primary means of fall protection, they must be installed as close as practicable under the walking/working surface, but in no case more than how many feet below that level?

Accepted Answer

30 feet

Answer

According to OSHA 1926.502(c)(1), safety nets must be installed as close as practicable under the walking/working surface on which employees are working, but in no case more than 30 feet (9.1 m) below such level.

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FREE STSC Fall Protection and Prevention Questions and Answers