B1 Flashcards
Why is jewelry dangerous
Could cause a burn, an electrical shock or could make you lose your finger
What class hard hat is required
Class E
When do you need to wear safety glasses
Working on live equipment, using cutting pliers, using a hand drill
When do you need to wear safety goggles
when drilling or chipping concrete stone or metal, using a power activated tool
When should you wear a face shield
Using a grinder
Using a drill press
Using compressed air for cleaning
Filling batteries
How often should you check rubber gloves for pinholes or damage
before every use
Above what height should fall protection be used
3m or 10ft
What characteristics do guard rails need
Must be 40 – 44” above the work surface
Consist of Top Rail, Mid Rail and Toe Board
Be able to resist 125lb horizontal load
What does fall restraints system do
Stops you before you can fall off with a belt or harness
How high can fall arrest let you fall
1.2m or 4ft
what are the different parts need in fall arrest
Full body harness
Lanyard
Lifeline
Rope Grab
Snap Hook (must self lock)
How far are you allowed to fall with shock limiting device on fall arrest
additional 2m so 3.2m or 10ft
How strong and how many people can be on vertical lifeline
6000lbs. 1 person
How strong and how many people can be on horizontal lifeline
20 000lbs, 3 people
How big must a control zone be
at least 2m
How often should safety meetings happen
At least weekly
6 different confined spaces
Storage tanks
Silos
Vessels
Sewers
Vaults
Vats
Dangers in confined spaces (6)
Lack of oxygen
Poisonous gas build up
Liquids and solids can suddenly fill the space
Flammable residue
High concentrations of dust
Hot conditions
Why is a standby person required for confined spaces
so they can call for help in an emergency
What is the ladder ratio
4:1
How far above surface does ladder need to be if you climbing onto roof
1m
Why is workplace safety important for employers?
Workplace accidents cost money, so it’s in the employer’s best interest to maintain safety.
What are emergency shutoffs used for?
They are installed around rotating equipment to allow quick action in case of injury or electric shock.
What is essential about fire control systems?
Employers must ensure workers know where fire extinguishers are and how to use them.
