Newest OSHA safety rules and regulations Flashcards
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’
B) 20’
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
D) goggles
What power tools must have two guards on it?
A) circular saw
B) grinder
C) hand saw
D) powder activated
B) grinder
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
D) the jack to have a positive stop
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”
B) 3 1/2”
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”
B) 42”
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) 12”
What is the max. height for which OSHA does not require any restraints?
A) 12”
B) 16”
C) 10”
D) 6’
D) 6’
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) 6’
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’
C) 6’
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
B) 4
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’
D) 0’
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
D) 2
Soil piles next to excavation causes
Sur charge
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
D) 5
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’
D) 20’
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”
D) 1/4”
How often do you check a first aid kit?
A) weekly
B) yearly
C) daily
D) monthly
A) weekly
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
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
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
C) 7ft
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) prior to each use
ATO, how high must a ladder rise above the eaves unless secured?
A) 4’
B) 2’
C) 3’
D) 1’
C) 3’
ATO, the min. clearance of a crane from 50k to less power lines is __ feet
A) 5
B) 10
C) 20
D) 15
B) 10
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
C) falls
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
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”
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
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
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
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
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
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
What is the OSHA min. load on scaffolding?
A) 25 psf
B) 40 psf
C) 80 psf
D) 60 psf
A) 25 psf
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
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
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
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
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’
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
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
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
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
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
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
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”
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’
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
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
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’
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
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
Which one of the following shall be used to access scaffolds?
A) ladders
B) bearers
C) crossbraces
D) runners
A) ladders
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
How many tools can you lift w/ a body harness?
A) none
B) as many as necessary
C) 4
D) 2
A) none