RPLS Safety Regulations and Compliance 4

Question 1

Which federal regulation requires employers in construction to maintain a written safety and health program?

Accepted Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.20

Answer

29 CFR 1926.20 requires employers engaged in construction to have and enforce a written safety and health program.

Question 2

A survey crew member is stung multiple times by bees while clearing a traverse line. After retreating, the next priority action is:

Accepted Answer

Assess for signs of anaphylaxis and activate EMS if present, administering epinephrine if available

Answer

Multiple stings can trigger anaphylaxis; immediate assessment and EMS activation (with epinephrine if available) can be life-saving.

Question 3

Under state and federal law, what is the typical advance notice period required before beginning ground disturbance near underground utilities in most U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

3 business days

Answer

Most states following the Common Ground Alliance best practices and 811 laws require at least 3 business days' notice before excavation.

Question 4

Class 2 high-visibility safety apparel (HVSA) is required for survey workers on or adjacent to roadways with traffic speeds up to:

Accepted Answer

45 mph

Answer

ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 2 vests are required for workers exposed to traffic speeds up to 45 mph; Class 3 is required above that threshold.

Question 5

Which environmental regulation most commonly affects a land surveyor performing fieldwork adjacent to a jurisdictional wetland?

Accepted Answer

Clean Water Act Section 404 and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act

Answer

CWA Section 404 regulates discharge of dredge or fill material into wetlands; surveyors must avoid creating unpermitted impacts during fieldwork.

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RPLS Safety Regulations and Compliance 4