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MIOSHA Flashcards

1
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To regulate working conditions, prescribe employer and employee duties, and fund safety education and training.

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What is the purpose of MIOSH?

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What must employers provide to employees under MIOSH?

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A workplace free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serious harm (general duty clause).

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What must employers post and provide to employees?

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Notices and other appropriate means to inform employees of their protections and obligations under MIOSH.

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Who is responsible for the cost of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

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The employer.

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What must employers prohibit regarding hazardous chemicals?

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Employers must not discharge or discriminate against employees exercising their rights regarding information about hazardous chemicals.

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What must employers train under MIOSH?

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Employees in hazard recognition, avoidance, and proper handling of hazardous substances.

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What is required for hazardous chemical safety data sheets (SDS)?

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SDS must be maintained at job sites, and employees must be trained on accessing them.

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What additional training must employers provide?

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Instruction on avoiding harmful plants, animals, and insects, and applicable first-aid procedures.

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What are the responsibilities of employees under MIOSH?

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To comply with MIOSH rules and immediately report hazardous conditions or equipment to the employer.

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Prohibit its use until it is repaired or replaced.

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What should employers do with damaged or defective equipment?

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What is required on construction sites for sanitation?

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Potable water, properly maintained toilets, and sanitation supplies must be provided.

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How should waste materials be disposed of on job sites?

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Safely, without throwing materials out of windows or off roofs unless marked and properly contained.

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What powers do department representatives have under MIOSH?

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They can inspect and investigate workplaces without delay during reasonable times.

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What penalties exist for serious violations of MIOSH?

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Civil penalties ranging from $400 to $12,471 for serious violations, up to $124,709 for willful or repeated violations.

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What must be done before entering a confined space?

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The space must be tested and determined safe for entry

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16
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What are the requirements for fall protection systems?

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Unprotected sides over 6 feet must be guarded, anchorage points must support 5,000 lbs, and rescue plans must allow for rescue within 15 minutes.

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17
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How must guardrails be constructed?

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Top rails must be 42” ±3” high, mid rails halfway between, and they must support 200 lbs of outward force.

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What first aid resources must be available on job sites?

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First aid kits, personnel trained in first aid, and posted contact information for medical services.

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How often must first aid training be refreshed?

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Employers must ensure ongoing certification for on-site first aid responders.

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What is the minimum illumination requirement on job sites?

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10-foot candles.

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How should materials be stored to prevent struck-by hazards?

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Stacks of materials must not exceed specified heights (e.g., 2 cubes or 6 feet).

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What precautions should be taken to prevent injuries from flying objects?

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Safety clips and guards should be used on tools, and sequential triggers must be used on pneumatic staplers.

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23
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How can workers avoid caught-in/between hazards?

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Workers should be trained not to position themselves between equipment and immovable objects.

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24
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What precautions must be taken for excavations?

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Excavation sides must be properly shored or sloped, and ladders must be provided at intervals of 25 feet for excavations over 4 feet deep.

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25
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What precautions must be taken with electrical equipment on job sites?

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GFCIs must be used for temporary circuits, and all electrical tools must be grounded according to manufacturer guidelines.

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26
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What is the safe distance for aluminum ladders and cranes from power lines?

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At least 20 feet for lines up to 50,000 volts.

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What are the key requirements for ladders?

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Ladders must be Type 1 duty-rated, secured against displacement, and extend at least 3 feet above the working surface.

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What are the safety requirements for scaffolds?

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Scaffolds over 10 feet must have guardrails, be fully planked, and secured against displacement.

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What are the requirements for safety nets?

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Nets must be installed as close as possible beneath employees, with distances not exceeding 30 feet.

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What happens after a MIOSH inspection if violations are found?

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Citations are issued within 90 days, with potential penalties based on the violation’s severity.

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31
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lug nut on a generator for use on the job site is required for what during use?

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grounding the generator and this is required per MIOSHA

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32
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how far away do metal and non-metal ladders required to be from power lines?

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20’ for metal and 10’ non-metal

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33
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undisturbed soil in the ground is called what

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banked soil

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33
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disturbed soil piled up on a construction site are called

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spoils

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34
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The top guardrail must be located at a height of ______ from the walking/working surface.

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42” +/- 3”

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35
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Certification of head protection requires ___.

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a class B helmet for the protection of an employee exposed to voltages of more than 600 volts
a class A helmet that bears a certification by the manufacturer

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36
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Do not use a powder actuated tool on what type of rock? Per MIOSHA

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Live rock (Coral)

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What tool? - fastener shall not be driven into a very hard or brittle material such as cast iron, glazed tile, surface hardened steel, glass block, live rock, face brick, or hollow tile, unless designed for such use

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powder actuated tool,

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38
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Shall not use powder actuated fastener to drive Directly into material, such as brick or concrete, closer than X inches from the unsupported edge or corner, or into a steel surface closer than Y inch from the unsupported edge or corner, unless a special guard, fixture, or jig is used.

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X=3, Y=1/2

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39
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In the case of a mis-fire, the operator shall hold the powder-actuated tool in the operating position for not less than how many seconds?

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30 seconds

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40
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What is a device that makes instantaneous forced-entry fastenings into construction materials through the use of a fastener and an explosive load?

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powder-actuated tool

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41
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What is a narrow strip of wood or other soft material that has a notch or sharp point on one end and which is used to push material through the point of operation of a cutting tool?

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push stick

42
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Air pressure at the discharge end of a portable air gun or hose used for cleaning shall not exceed ____ pounds per square inch (psi).

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30

43
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What type of fire is fueled by wood, cloth, paper, rubber, and plastics?

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class A fire

44
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Each employee on a walking/working surface with an unprotected side or edge 6 feet or more above a lower level shall be protected from falling by using ___.

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guardrail systems
safety net systems
a personal fall arrest system

45
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When mechanical equipment is being used, the warning line shall be erected not less than ____ feet from the roof edge, which is parallel to the direction of mechanical equipment operation, and not less than ____ feet from the roof edge, which is perpendicular to the direction of mechanical equipment operation.

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6 and 10

46
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Falling object protection shall comply with the following provisions ___.

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toeboards, when used as falling object protection, shall be erected along the edge of the overhead walking/working surface for a distance sufficient to protect employees below
toeboards shall be a minimum of 3 ½ inches in vertical height from their top edge to the level of the walking/working surface
toeboards shall be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 50 pounds applied in any downward or outward direction at any point along the toeboard

47
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A ladder shall be provided at all personnel points of access if there is a break in elevation of ___ inches or more and if a ramp, runway, sloped embankment, stairway, or personnel hoist is not provided.

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19 inches

48
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A job-built ladder shall not be more than ___ feet in length

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24 ft

49
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Employer Responsibility
Back: Employers must:

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Provide PPE to employees at no cost.
Require employees to wear PPE when rules prescribe it.

50
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PPE - Certification of Head Protection

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Class A helmets: ANSI Z89.1-1986 certified, up to 600V protection.
Class B helmets: Higher than 600V protection.
Helmet lifespan: Determined by the inside label

51
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PPE - Use of Head Protection

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Metallic helmets: Not allowed.
Altered, damaged, or painted helmets: Not allowed.

52
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PPE - Face and Eye Protection

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Used for hazards such as flying objects, harmful contacts, glare, and radiation

53
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PPE - Foot Protection

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Foot/toe protection: Required when job conditions might cause injury.
Responsibility: Employee provides their own foot protection.

54
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PPE - Hand Protection

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Employer provides hand protection.
Cloth gloves: Not allowed for rotating equipment.
Rings: Must be covered by a glove or tape.

55
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Tool Safety - Rules

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Powder-actuated tools: Not for live rock (coral).
Push stick: Required on job sites with table saws.
Circular saws: Cannot wedge blade protective covers.

56
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Part 19 - Tool Definitions

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Powder-actuated tool: Uses a fastener and explosive load.
Push stick: Used to guide materials through cutting tools.

57
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Fire Extinguishers - PASS Acronym

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P: Pull the pin.
A: Aim at the base of the fire.
S: Squeeze the handle.
S: Sweep side to side.

58
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Fall Protection - General Rules

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Required for unprotected edges 6 feet or more above a lower level.
Personal fall arrest systems must limit free fall to 6 feet.

59
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Portable Ladders - Safety Guidelines

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1:4 pitch ratio for safe angle.
Rails must extend 3 feet above landing surface.
Avoid top 2 rungs.

60
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Stepladders - Use Restrictions

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Do not use the backside unless designed for climbing.
Do not use the top step or cap for standing.
Lock spreaders fully before use.

61
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Minimum ladder overlap is?

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Up to 36’ = 3’ overlap
Over 40’ = 4’ overlap

62
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A heavy-duty scaffold is designed and constructed to carry a working load of not more than ____ pounds per square foot.

A

75

63
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A scaffold and its components shall be capable of supporting, without failure, not less than ___ times the maximum intended load.

A

4

64
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A guardrail shall be installed on any open side or end of a scaffold work platform that is ___ or more feet above the floor or ground.

A

10

65
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Pump jack brackets, braces, and accessories shall be fabricated from metal plates and angles. Each bracket shall have ___ positive gripping mechanisms to prevent failure or slippage.

A

2

66
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A ladder jack scaffold shall be used only for light duty on type I manufactured ladders at heights not more than ___ feet from the ground or floor level.

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20

67
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Ladder Jack Scaffold Definition

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A scaffold supported by brackets attached to ladders.

68
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Pump-Jack Scaffold Definition

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A light-duty scaffold with vertical poles, platform planking, and movable brackets for raising or lowering via manual pumping action.

69
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A plank with cleats, also known as a chicken ladder.

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Crawling Board

70
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Scaffold Construction and Capacity Rules

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Supervised by a competent person.
Must support at least 4 times the maximum intended load.
Wood members require a minimum of 1,500 psi fiber stress value.
Shore or lean-to scaffolds are prohibited.
Workers must stay 10 feet away from uninsulated energized electrical lines.

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Guardrail Requirements

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Guardrails must be installed on any scaffold work platform 10+ feet above the floor or ground.

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Planking and Scaffold Platforms - Materials

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Wood planks must be scaffold-grade lumber with 1,500 psi fiber stress.
Minimum size: 2 inches by 10 inches, laid side by side.
Fully planked or decked between uprights where practical.

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Planking and Scaffold Platforms - Safety Guidelines

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Plank overlaps: Minimum 12 inches.
Platform distance from work: Max 14 inches (18 inches for plastering/lathing).
Guy, tie, and brace placement: At horizontal intervals no more than 30 feet.

74
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Horse Scaffold Rules

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Maximum height and length: 4 feet.
Can be stacked up to 2 high.

75
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Pump-Jack Scaffold Rules

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Brackets must have 2 positive gripping mechanisms.
Poles: Max spacing of 10 feet (more allowed if using manufactured platforms).
Maximum pole height: 30 feet.
Occupancy: Limited to 2 people.

76
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Rough Terrain Forklift Truck Scaffolds

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Platform must attach to forks with enclosed sleeves.
Secured with a mechanical device to prevent tipping/slipping.

77
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Ladder Jack Scaffold Rules

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Light-duty use only on Type I ladders.
Max height: 20 feet from ground or floor.
Max span: 8 feet (plank), 24 feet (pick).

78
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Scaffold Stability Components

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Braces: Prevent leaning toward the building.
Ties: Prevent falling away from the building.
Guy wires: Prevent lateral movemen

79
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What is a coarse-grained soil that does not possess cohesion but derives its strength from internal friction?

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granular soil

80
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When should an ongoing inspection of an excavation or trench shall be made by a qualified person?

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after every rainstorm or other hazard-producing occurrence

81
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What is a clay-type soil with an unconfined strength of less than 1.0 ton per square foot?

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soft clay soil

82
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According to MIOSHA Injury and Illness Reporting, when are you required to report an injury or illness?

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when you have more than 10 employees or when specifically requested by MIOSHA

83
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What is the unconfined strength of soft clay?

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Less than 1.0 ton per square foot.

84
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What is the minimum unconfined strength of medium clay (plastic clay type)?

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1.0 ton per square foot.

85
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What is firm soil, and what is its minimum strength?

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Firm soil is resistant to rupture or displacement, with a minimum strength of 1.5 tons per square foot.

86
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What is granular soil, and what gives it strength?

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Granular soil is coarse-grained and relies on internal friction for strength.

87
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How is unconfined strength tested?

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Using a square foot steel plate with 1.0 ton on it without the soil pushing outward below.

88
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What must be done before excavating near public utilities?

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Underground utility locations must be identified.

89
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How far must excavated materials be stored from the edge of an excavation?

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At least 2 feet.

90
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What safety measures must be in place when equipment is operated near excavations with restricted vision?

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Stop logs, barricades, or a signal person must be used.

91
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What access must be provided for excavations 48 inches or deeper?

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A ladder or ramp extending at least 3 feet above the excavation edge, and lateral travel to an exit point must not exceed 25 feet.

92
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How must excavations deeper than 5 feet be supported?

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By sloping or other prescribed supporting methods.

93
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What is the angle of repose for granular soil?

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45 degrees.

94
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What factors determine the design of excavation support systems?

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Water content variations in the material.
Material exposure to air, water, or freezing.
Load imposed by structures, equipment, or stored materials.
Vibration from traffic or machinery.

95
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What incidents are considered recordable under MIOSHA?

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Death, days away from work, restricted work/job transfer, medical treatment beyond first aid, or loss of consciousness.

96
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What is the purpose of the MIOSHA 300 form?

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It logs work-related incidents, illnesses, and injuries.

97
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What does the MIOSHA 300A form summarize?

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Annual summaries of incidents recorded in the MIOSHA 300 log.

98
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What is the MIOSHA 301 form used for?

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Recording detailed incident reports for each work-related injury, illness, or death.

99
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When must fatalities or the hospitalization of 3 or more employees be reported to MIOSHA?

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Within 8 hours.

100
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When must amputations, eye loss, or hospitalizations of employees be reported?

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Within 24 hours.

101
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How quickly must records be provided to government representatives upon request?

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Within 4 hours.

102
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How can you safely determine the angle of repose at an excavation site?

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Build a pile of loose soil next to the excavation area and mimic the natural descent angle.

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