Newest OSHA safety rules and regulations Flashcards
(135 cards)
1
Q
According to OSHA, what is the max height required from the roof to the floor with no protection down a chute?
A) 14’
B) 20’
C) 16’
D) 10’
A
B) 20’
2
Q
When employees are subject to dermal exposure of MDA, what is not required to be supplied at no cost to employee?
A) aprons
B) face shields
C) gloves head and foot coverings
D) goggles
A
D) goggles
3
Q
What power tools must have two guards on it?
A) circular saw
B) grinder
C) hand saw
D) powder activated
A
B) grinder
4
Q
According to OSHA, using a hydraulic jack to lift a slab requires?
A) blocking under the slab
B) a back up battery
C) blocking under the jack
D) the jack to have a positive stop
A
D) the jack to have a positive stop
5
Q
According to OSHA, when toeboards are required on scaffolding, what is the min. height allowed?
A) 5”
B) 3 1/2”
C) 4 1/2”
D) 4”
A
B) 3 1/2”
6
Q
According to OSHA, when guardrails are required for fall protection, they shall be within 3” of what height?
A) 60”
B) 42”
C) 36”
D) 48”
A
B) 42”
7
Q
According to OSHA, what is the max. distance that a scaffold plank may extend over its end supports?
A) 12”
B) 16”
C) 4”
D) 8”
A
A) 12”
8
Q
What is the max. height for which OSHA does not require any restraints?
A) 12”
B) 16”
C) 10”
D) 6’
A
D) 6’
9
Q
When working on a low slope roof, what is the minimum height at which OSHA regulations require safety barriers?
A) 6’
B) 20’
C) 16’
D) 10’
A
A) 6’
10
Q
According to OSHA, when working above ground, the min. height in which safety lines are required is __ feet
A) 12’
B) 10’
C) 6’
D) 16’
A
C) 6’
11
Q
For a min. trench depth of __ feet, OSHA requires an adequate means of exits, such as ladders, steps?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 6
A
B) 4
12
Q
What is the max. amount of water that can be in a ditch before work must be stopped?
A) 2”
B) 3”
C) 1’
D) 0’
A
D) 0’
13
Q
In excavations where employees have to enter, excavated materials shall be stored at least __ feet from the edge?
A) 4
B) 3
C) 5
D) 2
A
D) 2
14
Q
Soil piles next to excavation causes
A
Sur charge
15
Q
According to OSHA, employees must be protected from cave-ins in excavations that are equal to, or exceed a depth of how many feet?
A) 8
B) 4
C) 6
D) 5
A
D) 5
16
Q
ATO. if flammable liquids are left outside, how far from the building do they have to be?
A) 25’
B) 50’
C) 15’
D) 20’
A
D) 20’
17
Q
ATO, the space between a working walking surface and a toe board used to protect people below from falling objects shall be a max. of
A) 1/2”
B) 3/4”
C) 1”
D) 1/4”
A
D) 1/4”
18
Q
How often do you check a first aid kit?
A) weekly
B) yearly
C) daily
D) monthly
A
A) weekly
19
Q
ATO, a person who is designated by an employer as a qualified person is one who
A) is sanctioned, endorsed, accredited, certified, and accepted as satisfactory by a duty constituted and nationally recognized authority or agency
B) By possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project
C) is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, dangerous to employees, or hazardous and who has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate
D) is approved or assigned to perform a specific type of duty or duties or to be at a specific location or locations at the jobsite
A
B) By possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project
20
Q
When leaning an extension ladder against the top of a 28 foot high wall, the MINIMUM distance between the base of the wall and the bottom of the ladders has to be
A) 8ft
B) 6ft
C) 7ft
D) 9ft
A
C) 7ft
21
Q
How often shall personal fall arrest systems be inspected?
A) prior to each use
B) after each use
C) after the end of the day
D) at the beginning of each day
A
A) prior to each use
22
Q
ATO, how high must a ladder rise above the eaves unless secured?
A) 4’
B) 2’
C) 3’
D) 1’
A
C) 3’
23
Q
ATO, the min. clearance of a crane from 50k to less power lines is __ feet
A) 5
B) 10
C) 20
D) 15
A
B) 10
24
Q
What is the most common cause of injuries to painters?
A) falling objects
B) inhalation of vapors
C) falls
D) improper use of hand tools
A
C) falls
25
ATO, a competent person can identify
A) hazardous conditions and implement corrective action changes
B) code violation and fine the contractor
C) unacceptable work and red tags on the work site
D) specification, violation, and implement engineering
A) hazardous conditions and implement corrective action changes
26
Protection form falling materials required in a working area, what min. depth is allowed between the bottom of the toe board and the walking surface of the scaffold?
A) 1/2"
B) 3/8"
C) 1/4"
D) 5/8"
C) 1/4"
27
OSHA requires all pneumatic staplers to have a safety device that prevents staples from being ejected unless the muzzle is in contact with the work if it operates at more than
A) 100 psi
B) 50 psi
C) 55 psi
D) 125 psi
A) 100 psi
28
A contractor will be working at a job site where hazardous chemicals will be present, what must employers develop that list the chemicals provide precautionary measures and inform employees of hazards?
A) OSHA scheduled of chemicals effect
B) EPA registry of chemicals and hazards
C) written hazard communications program
D) manufacture schedule of ingredients
C) written hazard communications program
29
AN employee must work with equipment that is potentially dangerous to the face and eyes. The employee wears eye glasses, all of the following are acceptable forms of eye protection except?
A) regular heavy duty glasses w/ heavy plastic frames
B) goggles that can be worn over regular glasses
C) safety goggle w/optical correction
D) goggles w/ corrective lenses mounted behind
A) regular heavy duty glasses w/ heavy plastic frames
30
Who is responsible to ensure that employees wear personal protective equipment when they are exposed to hazardous conditions?
A) employer
B) employee
C) project manager
D) OSHA inspector
A) employer
31
Which one of the following does require a positive on-off switch?
A) saber saw
B) reciprocating saw
C) skill saw
D) router
D) router
32
Which one of the following does not need a positive on-off switch?
A) scroll saw
B) planer
C) jig saw
D) saber saw
D) saber saw
33
What is the OSHA min. load on scaffolding?
A) 25 psf
B) 40 psf
C) 80 psf
D) 60 psf
A) 25 psf
34
If you are remodeling and are required to take down a bearing wall, what is required to hold up the ceiling?
A) lateral bracing
B) planks
C) none
D) bricks
A) lateral bracing
35
ATO, a new business employing 8 employees must?
A) place written policy in w/ there 1st check
B) verbally talk w/ each employee
C) post the written notice
D) have a written safety policy
B) verbally talk w/ each employee
36
What is the max penalties OSHA can impose a contractor?
A) $70,000
B) $5,000
C) $2,000
D) $10,000
A) $70,000
37
When using lead paint, what is the fist thing to do?
A) avoid using water/sand paper
B) contact department of consumer affairs
C) put a safety plan together for employees
D) contact owners
C) put a safety plan together for employees
38
ATO, the positioning device system shall be rigged so an employee can fall no further than __?
A) 6'
B) 8'
C) 4'
D) 2'
D) 2'
39
What is the min. psi OSHA requires a safety tip on an air nail gun?
A) 175 psi
B) 150 psi
C) 100 psi
D) 125 psi
C) 100 psi
40
What is the min. scaffolding has to extend over?
A) 4" min. 6" max
B) 6" min. 8" max
C) 6" min. 12" max
D) 2" min. 4" max
C) 6" min. 12" max
41
ATO, special valve/wrenches for acetylene bottle shall be __
A) left on the valve when in use
B) attached to the torch
C) taken off the valve when in use
D) attached to the bottle
A) left on the valve when in use
42
A fuel gas hose and an oxygen hose?
A) have different pressure testing criteria
B) are interchangeable
C) can be combined into a single hose w/ two gas passages
D) shall be easily distinguishable
D) shall be easily distinguishable
43
When are employees allowed to ride on scaffolding that is being moved?
When height to base ratio is two to one or less. with 3 degrees of level and free pits and holes
44
When using a portable extension ladder to access an elevated surface, or as ingress in an excavation, the ladder side rails shall extend a min. of how many feet above the landing surface?
A) 3 1/2
B) 2 1/2
C) 4
D) 3
D) 3
45
What is the min. height of guards located along open-sided walking surfaces, messanines, platforms, stairways, ramps and landing?
A) 30"
B) 36"
C) 40"
D) 42"
D) 42"
46
What is the max. height above a lower level of a walking/working platforms before protection from falling by the use of a guardrail system, safety net system, for personal fall arrest system shall be used?
A) 6'
B) 4'
C) 10'
D) 8'
A) 6'
47
What is the most important means of protection for employees on or below scaffold to protect them from falling handtools, debris, or other small objects from above?
A) screens
B) toe boards
C) catch platforms
D) hardhat
D) hardhat
48
What is the min. requirements for the weather resistive barrier between the exterior wall coverings and the interior wall coverings?
A) the barrier should be applied horizontally w/ a 1 inch lap of the upper layer over the lower layer
B) the barrier should be applied vertically w/ a 6 inch lap at vertical joints
C) the barrier should be applied horizontally w/ a 2 inch lap of the upper layer over the lower layer and a 6 inch overlap at vertical joints
D) the barrier should be applied at approximately 45 degree to the studs 7 lapped a min. of 4 inches
C) the barrier should be applied horizontally w/ a 2 inch lap of the upper layer over the lower layer and a 6 inch overlap at vertical joints
49
What is the max vertical intervals for fire blocking in concealed spaces of stud walls and partitions?
A) 10'
B) 8'
C) 4'
D) 6'
A) 10'
50
What type of power operated handtools require specific training in the operation of the particular tool in order to be allowed to operate them?
A) fuel powered tools
B) pneumatic power tools
C) powder-actuated tools
D) hydraulic power tools
C) powder-actuated tools
51
The best means of rescue if a fall has occurred and been arrested is __?
A) to have devices which have descent capability allowing the employees to rescue themselves
B) to have rescue equipment and personnel on hand whenever personal fall arrest systems are being used
C) for the employer to initiate rescue operations as fast as possible w/ equipment on the job site
D) to notify the employer who is to evaluate various means of rescuing the employee and determine the most feasible
B) to have rescue equipment and personnel on hand whenever personal fall arrest systems are being used
52
Which one of the following shall be used to access scaffolds?
A) ladders
B) bearers
C) crossbraces
D) runners
A) ladders
53
What is a horizontal life line?
A) secured to 2 or more structural members of the scaffold
B) attached to the suspension ropes
C) secured to 1 structural member of the scaffold
D) looped around the suspension
A) secured to 2 or more structural members of the scaffold
54
How many tools can you lift w/ a body harness?
A) none
B) as many as necessary
C) 4
D) 2
A) none
55
Tie-off using a knot in a rope lanyard or lifeline at any location in a personal fall arrest system can reduce the strength of a lanyard or lifeline by approximately what percent?
A) 75%
B) 20%
C) 50%
D) 30%
C) 50%
56
An employee notifies the licensee of a safety hazard on the jobsite that is not an osha violation. What should the licensee do?
A) ignore the problem since its not a violation
B) notify OSHA
C) fix the problem and notify OSHA
D) correct the situation
D) correct the situation
57
An employer who willfully or repeatedly violates OSHA standards can be penlaized up to?
A) 10,000
B) 70,000
C) 25,000
D) 50,000
B) 70,000
58
ATO, the positioning device system shall be rigged so an employee can fall no further than_
A) 6'
B) 2'
C) 8'
D) 4'
B) 2'
59
ATO, a workman tying reinforcing steel shall be protected from falls if the worker level is a min. of how far above the next lowest level?
A) 12'
B) 16'
C) 6'
D) 8'
C) 6'
60
ATO, how high can bricks be stacked on a pallet?
A) 8'
B) 6'
C) 5'
D) 7'
D) 7'
61
The sections of a 36' extension ladder should lap a min. of how many feet?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 3
D) 4
C) 3
62
ATO, after 2000 what is the required height of scaffolding rails?
A) 42" to 48"
B) 38" to 45"
C) 35" to 40"
D) 32" to 42"
B) 38" to 45"
63
ATO, what is the min. size rope for fall protection?
A) 1/2"
B) 2"
C) 1"
D) 2 1/2"
A) 1/2"
64
The following can be used to attach a safety line to except?
Landyard through a hook and attached to itself
65
What is the requirements on a scaffold when it is 10 feet above ground?
Toeboards
66
What is the height for ladder scaffolds?
A) 20'
B) 12'
C) 10'
D) 15'
A) 20'
67
Who shall supervise erection of scaffolding?
A) competent qualified employee to work on scaffolding
B) qualified employee
A) competent qualified employee to work on scaffolding
68
If you had to spread mortar 12" below scaffolding, what kind of fall protection do you need?
A) 10" or less is not allowed
B) legally you cant do it
C) 12" or more is not allowed
D) personal fall arrest system (hand hold)
D) personal fall arrest system (hand hold)
69
What is the proper way to get on scaffolding?
Ladder
70
In handling insulation materials safely, it is highly recommended that all of the following be used EXCEPT?
A) gloves
B) dust masks
C) safety glasses
D) safety belts
D) safety belts
71
When leaning an extension ladder against the top of a 28 foot high wall, the minimum distance between the base of the wall and the bottom of the ladder is to be _
A) 8'
B) 6'
C) 9'
D) 7'
D) 7'
72
ATo, when you come across lead based paint on a project, the correct action would be to?
A) practice a developed program w/ trained employees
B) wear a mask
C) dampen the surface before sanding
D) write a letter to the owner of the property
A) practice a developed program w/ trained employees
73
OSHA requires that ropes or cables used for scaffolding must be able to support at least __ times the rated load?
A) 3
B) 6
C) 5
D) 2
B) 6
74
OSHA requires that most portable ladders be made to support at least __ times their max. intended load w/o failure?
A) three
B) two
C) five
D) four
D) four
75
ATO, a work related accident is not recordable if it results in __?
A) loss of consciousness only
B) restriction of work or motion only
C) first-aid treatment only
D) transfer to another job only
C) first-aid treatment only
76
At what height do you need a handrail if you have a lower scaffolding?
A) 10 feet
B) 8 feet
C) 6 feet
D) 4 feet
C) 6 feet
77
How do you go up a ladder?
A) at least one hand grasping the ladder at all times
B) it doesn't matter
C) 3 points of contact at all times
D) 2 points of contact at all times
A) at least one hand grasping the ladder at all times
78
Pole scaffolding over __ feet in height shall be designed by a registered professional engineer?
A) 50'
B) 40'
C) 60'
D) 70'
C) 60'
79
Wood splice plates shall be provided on at least two adjacent sides, and shall extend at least __ feet on either side of the splice, overlap the abutted ends equally and have at least the same cross-sectional areas as the pole?
A) 2'
B) 4'
C) 3'
D) 5'
A) 2'
80
Pole scaffolds-bearers shall extend a min. of __ inches over the outsode edges of runners?
A) 5"
B) 2"
C) 4"
D) 3"
D) 3"
81
What is the minimum perpendicular clearance between fixed ladder rungs, cleats, and steps?
A) 7"
B) 5"
C) 6"
D) 8"
A) 7"
82
What type of guard does OSHA require on a power saw?
A) point of operation guarding
B) none is required
C) one sided guard
D) none of the above
A) point of operation guarding
83
A man is working at a 8' height. the min. allowed horizontal distance to the outer most edge of safety nets is?
A) 13'
B) 6'
C) 8'
D) 10'
D) 10'
84
Employees required to handle or use poisons, caustics, and other harmful substances shall be instructed regarding the safe handling and use and be made aware of?
A) personal hygiene
B) all of the above
C) the potential hazards
D) personal protective measures
B) all of the above
85
Safety nets shall be provided when workplaces are more than__ feet above the ground or water surface?
A) 10
B) 20
C) 15
D) 25
D) 25
86
brick stacks shall not be more than __ feet in height?
A) 6
B) 5
C) 7
D) 8
C) 7
87
A loose brick stack shall be tapered back 2 inches in every foot of height above the __ level?
A) 6 foot
B) 4 foot
C) 10 foot
D) 8 foot
B) 4 foot
88
People are working around open skylights, what is the fall protection method?
A) install a skylight cover
B) guard rails around the skylight
C) safety nets
D) personal arrest system
A) install a skylight cover
89
What can not be used on wood platforms on scaffolding?
A) fire retardant
B) slip resistant finishes
C) wood preservative
D) oil based product
D) oil based product
90
How far from a ladder can you be when working in a trench?
A) 10'
B) 20'
C) 15'
D) 25'
D) 25'
91
Scaffold [platforms and walkways must be at least __ wide
A) 16"
B) 18"
C) 24"
D) 36"
B) 18"
92
A safety monitoring systems means
A) keeping OSHA log #300 and summary log 301
B) keeping records for 5 years and weekly first aid kit testing
C) having a competent person at job site
D) a competent person is responsible for recognizing and warning employees of fall hazards
D) a competent person is responsible for recognizing and warning employees of fall hazards
93
A wilful or repeat violation of public utilities can be fined __ per day for each violation. and a negligently violation if fined __ per day for each violation
A) 500/200
B) 1000/200
C) 100/500
D)100/1000
B) 1000/200
94
Approved safety cans shall be used for each flammable liquids in quantities of __ or less
A) 1 gallon
B) 5 gallons
C) 1 liter
D) 5 liters
B) 5 gallons
95
Scaffold shall be designed by a __ and shall be constructed and loaded in accordance with that design
A) competent person
B) qualified person
C) engineer
D) contractor
B) qualified person
96
How many feet to extend extension ladder above roof?
A) 3
B) 6
C) 9
D) 4
A) 3
97
Needle beam scaffold supports beams shall be what?
A) installed on edge
B) not permitted
C) 6' high
D) 4' high
A) installed on edge
98
An employee on an open ended steep roof and edges of 6 or more above lower levels shall be protected from falling by
A) toeboards
B) safety net
C) personal fall protection
D) all of the above
D) all of the above
99
Effective January 1, 1998, what is not acceptable as part of a personal fall arrest system?
A) toeboard
B) safety net system
C) personal fall protection system
D) body belts
D) body belts
100
Means of egrees from a trench 4' or more in depth require no more __ feet or lateral travel for employees
A) 15
B) 20
C) 25
D) 6
C) 25
101
Oxygen cylinders in storage shall be seperated from fuel gas cylinders or combustible materials by min. distance of __ feet.
A) 5
B) 6
C) 10
D) 20
D) 20
102
Personal fall arrest systems shall be inspected __?
A) prior to each use
B) daily
C) weekly
D) monthly
A) prior to each use
103
No more than __ of flammable liquids shall be stored in a room outside of an approved storage cabinet
A) 5 gallons
B) 10 gallons
C) 15 gallons
D) 25 gallons
D) 25 gallons
104
Approved DOT containers must be used for handling and use of flammable liquids in quantities of __ gallons or less
A) 1
B) 2
C) 5
D) 10
C) 5
105
ATO, rubber gloves shall be
A) visually inspected before use
B) air tested prior to use
C) protected equipment of material other than rubber shall provide equal or better mechanical/electrical protection
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
106
In quantities of __ or less, the original container may be used for storage use and handling of flammable liquids
A) 1 gallon
B) 2 gallons
C) 5 gallons
D) 10 gallons
A) 1 gallon
107
Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning except under what circumstances?
A) Never
B) where reduced to 30 psi
C) with effective chip guarding
D) where reduced to 30 psi and with effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment
D) where reduced to 30 psi and with effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment
108
Free answer
free answer
109
The employer shall verify compliance of training with all except
A) identity of employee trained
B) dates of training
C) signature of employer and trainer
D) location
D) location
110
Scaffold ladders more than 35' must have what?
A) rest platforms every 8 feet
B) rest platforms at 35 ' max vertical intervals
C) rest platforms max horizntal intervals
D) rest platforms every 10'
B) rest platforms at 35 ' max vertical intervals
111
Space heaters used in vicinity of canvas shall be located at least __ away
A) 6 feet
B) 8 feet
C) 10 feet
D) 12 feet
C) 10 feet
112
A 24' ladder leaning against a wall the angle needs to be aprox. __
A) one quarter working length of the ladder (6ft)
B) 1/2 working length of ladder
C) none of these
D) 3'
A) one quarter working length of the ladder (6ft)
113
When using a portable extension ladder to access an upper landing surface, how many feet must it extend above the surface?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
B) 3
114
A scaffold platform 10 feet or less in length shall not extend over its support more than __ inches
A) 12
B) 10
C) 6
D) 8
A) 12
115
Which is used for fall protection?
A) harness
B) tie offs
C) both
D)none
A) harness
116
When debris is dropped without the use of a chute, what should not be done?
A) completely enclose area with barricades
B) put up signs warning of hazard of falling material
C) remove debris often during the process
D) none of these
C) remove debris often during the process
117
What is not an employer requirement?
A) eye wash
B) first aid
C) defibrillator
D) prompt medical attention when needed
C) defibrillator
118
ATO, prior to permitting employees to start demolition operations, what must be done?
A) have approved set of plans
B) have power checked
C) an engineering survey must be made by a competent person
D) hazard material inspection
C) an engineering survey must be made by a competent person
119
Scaffold planks may be periodically covered in all except
A) opaque paint
B) fire retardant
C) anti slip
D) wood preservative
A) opaque paint
120
Free answer
Free Answer
121
Excavation of material to a level no greater than __ feet below the bottom members of a support system of a trench
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
B) 2
122
The width of a trench is not greater than __ (measured at the bottom)
A) 10'
B) 12'
C) 15'
D) 2'
C) 15'
123
Control access zone where overhead bricklaying is taking place, a control line must be erected at least __ and no more than __ feet from working edge.
A) 6/12
B) 10/15
C) 3/10
D) 5/10
B) 10/15
124
When electing to use a safety monitoring system, you must first designate what?
A) a journeyman
B) a competent person to be a safety monitor
C) a safety inspector
D) all of these
B) a competent person to be a safety monitor
125
A safety monitor must
A) have no other duties to distract him
B) be on the same walking surfaces as employees
C) be competent in the recognition of fall hazards
D) all of these
D) all of these
126
As of January 1, 1998 the body belt is no longer considered
A) tethering
B) positioning restraint
C) cover
D) personal fall arrest
D) personal fall arrest
127
Best protection around a small skylight?
A) fall arrest
B) covers
C) guardrails
D) all of these
D) all of these
128
Employees are required to have a __ card
A) OSHA 10
B) OSHA 20
C) OSHA 30
D) OSHA 40
A) OSHA 10
129
Employers/contractors are required to have a __ card.
A) 10
B) 20
C) 30
D) 40
C) 30
130
When used to control access to areas where leading edge are taking place shall be defined by what?
A) not permitted
B) control line
C) means that restrict access
D) control line or means that restrict access
D) control line or means that restrict access
131
When control lines are used, they shall be erected not less than __ nor more than __ from unprotected or leading edge
A) 6 feet / 30 feet
B) 3 feet/ 12 feet
C) 6 feet/ 25 feet
D) 9 feet/ 20 feet
C) 6 feet/ 25 feet
132
In a CUT excavation what max slope?
A) 1 1/2 : 1
B) 2 : 1
C) 3 : 1
D) 1/2 : 1
A) 1 1/2 : 1
133
Heavy objects placed on scaffolding require?
A) placed on edge
B) placed in middle
C) not allowed
D) placed away from the edge
D) placed away from the edge
134
Evacuation plans for 10 or less employees need to be:
A) reviewed verbally with upon initial assignment
B) poster must be hung
C) must be written plan
D) all of these
A) reviewed verbally with upon initial assignment
135
At what depth is shoring required?
A) 6'
B) 5'
C) 20'
D) 8'
B) 5'
