Safety Flashcards
The California occupational safety and health act is for the pupose of
assuring safe and healthful working conditions for all working people
the california occupational safety and health act is governed by the
division of occupational safety and health standards
if you, as a supervior, observe a worker not under your jurisdiction performing his duties in an unsafe manner you should
immediatley instruct him in the proper method of work performance
space holder
safety meetings should be held every
10 days
every contractor shall have a sefety program (t/f)
True
management should have meetings of all foreman relative to safety problems and results how often
monthly
if a safety device is needed to protect something like an excavated hole in the ground, and the method to do so is not covered in the cal/osha guide for the construction industry, the contractor would
notify the division of occupational safety and health (DOSH) and have an inspector come out and check it before using it
Where an injury results in death, a report shall be made to the ____ by telephone or telegraph in addition to a written report and a report shall also be made immediately to the division of occupational safety and health (DOSH) by telephone or telegraph
division of labor statistics and research
a scaffold must be able to hold ____ times the load it is excepted to carry
4
the top guard rails on a scaffold must be ____ high
42”
toe guards are required on all scaffolds
if workers work or pass below
a construction worker has a complaint about working conditions; their first step is to
discuss the problem with their supervisior
if constructing a wood frame building, what safety gear would be most likely needed
safety glasses, a hard hat and safety shoes
if it is necessary to use artificial respiration on an injured person and the back pressure arm lift (hoger-nielson method) is chosen, in what position should the victim first be placed
face down
the working platform of any scaffold that is suspended from an overhead support, such as a painter might use, shall have a safety rail of wood or other rigid material if it is more than ____ feet off the ground
7 1/2
platforms or floors of such suspended scaffolds shall not be less than ____ inches in width and shall be free from knots or cracks
14
horse scaffolds are limited to ____ feet in height. they are similar to saw horses in shape
16
how close can a scaffold be to a building
fastened to the building and further away
The safety lines provided for people working on swinging scaffolds shall be at least ____ manila rope
5/8”
how should a serious burn victim be treated at a jobsite
keep the victim warm, but never touch the burn
first aid materials are required at
all construction locations
every truck with a body capacity of one of those listed below, used to haul dirt, concrete, rock, etc. shall be equipped with a warning device, such as a bell, that operates while the vehicle is backing if it can carry how much material
2-1/2 cubic yards or more
the automatic warning device in the above question, shall be heard a minimum distance of
200 feet
ladders serving platforms shall extend above the platform
3 feet
one toilet should be provided for how many employees at a construction site
20 employees
what is the minimum width of scaffolding
20 inches
a safe unobstructed means of access, such as a walkway, stairs or ladder shall be provided to all scaffold platforms that are ____ or more
18 inches
if a person was hurt on the job and was bleeding from the head, how would the bleeding be stopped
apply pressure directly to the wound
at what height do scaffolds have to have safety rails
7 1/2 feet
powder actuated tools and equipment operators must
have a license
how many people must a contractor have working for them before they must have a safety program
1 person
the contractor shall furnish drinking water to the job site (t/f)
True
the form of harmful chemicals may appear as
-dust
-vapor or fumes
-liquid
physical hazards are
-noise
-vibration and temperature extremes
-radiation
when a veteran worker with a clean safety record suddenly becomes involved in a series of work accidents, it would be wise for the supervisor to first
try to discover the cause of the accidents
if a worker continues to perform a job in an unsafe manner afte he has been trained by his supervisor to perform it in the proper manner, they should be
disciplined
if you are a supervisor and one of your subordinates, who is a supervisor, approaches you with the information that one of the functions he is performing may cause an accident, you should tell him
that you will investigate the matter at once
a supervisor who observes one of his subordinates performing his duties in an unsafe manner should
correct them at once
burns are classified as
first second or third deree
the three basic ladders used in construction are
step, extension and straight
the top of a ladder should extend ____ feet above the top of the roof
3
when properly in place, the foot of the ladder will be away from the wall the distance of ____ the working distance of the ladder
1/4
never stand on the top
3 rungs
what requires a DOSH permit
-construction of a building or scaffolding more than 3 stories high
-demolition of a building or scaffolding more than 3 stories high
-construction of trenches 5 feet or deeper inot which workers must enter
when working with a crane or boom type lifting equipment, what is the minimum clearance between personnel and high voltage lines
10’
when shoring a trench, workers must be protected in excavations with a minimum depth of
5’
where an injury results in death, a report shall be made to the
-division of labor statistics and research
-division of occupational safety and health
the division of occupational safety and helath has the power to stop work on a job because of an unsafe condition
until the dangerous condition is eliminated
which of the following is not a required element of a safety program
a quarterly report to OSHA on all accidents
____ insurance against covers third party bodily injury and property damage
liability
it is a cal/osha requiremtn to have a safety program. In setting up a safety program, a new contractor can get assistance from
-cal/osha
-division of labor statistics and research
-his compensation insurance carrier
-manual of accident prevention
an employer who is guilty of willful misconduct can be given heavy penalties willful misconduct means
-the failure to observe reasonable enforced safety rules
-negligence in using protective safety devices
-a contractor who violates any order or recommendation made by the division of industrial safety
if an employee is laid off or discharged for refusing to work under a condition that is a violation of the division of industrial safety
the employess may take action to claim wages for the time them were laid off because they refused to work under an unsafe violation
if the division of safety and health receives a complaint of a serious violation from an employee alleging that their place of employement is unsafe and either death or serious harm could result from a condition which exists, then the division is mandated to investigate not later than
3 days or sooner after receiving the complaint
if the employer monitors the work space air when chemicals are present in order to determine the level of airborne contamination
the employee may observe this monitoring
if a worker gets chemicals on his/her skin or eyes he/she should bathe the exposed area for
15 minutes
workers exposure to toxic chemicals is the responsibility of the
employer
in order to insure that teh workers do their jobs safely, the employer, by law must provide
-training and information for the worker to do teh job safely
-abide by the laws and regulating the use of chemicals
-material safety data sheets for the potentially harmful chemicals
chemicals come in various forms. what chemicals affect people in different ways
-mist and vapor
-liquid and dust
-fumes and gas
material safety data sheets (MSDS) describe
-the nature of the chemical
-the symptoms of over exposure
-the precautions
if there is a chemical spill, the worker should
do nothing until they know what it is
if the employee refuses to work due to unsafe conditions, the employer may
make the work safe but no action against the worker
what is another name for asbestos
-chrysotile
-tremolite
-amosite
a report must be made if a material containing more than ____% asbestos is sawed cut shoveled sanded ground blasted removed or handled so as to provide dust
1
if harmful wxpose to airborne contaminants cannot be practically controlled, an approved ____ must be worn
respirator
which of the following is not a health or safety hazard associated with abrasive blasting
flammability of materials
paint components may pose a health/safety problem as a
-skin irritant
-fire hazard
-respiratory hazard
which of the following is not a good fire prevention practice
using low flash solvents
nozzle guards for airless spray guns
extend the minimum distance between free hand and nozzle orifice
the case of paint combustion is measured by
its flash point
bodily contact with the stream of abrasive material presents a constant danger. What other hazard exists for the workers using abrasive blasting
dust from removed rust and scale
how old must an employee be before they are allowed to work in construction
16
what is the best major prevention of lead poisoning
never use lead containing products
which of the following is a safety feature required on abrasive machines
automatic shut off
specifications of the manufacturer regarding design erection operation and safety must be available at the job site. all cranes exceeding ____ ton capacity need to be certified how often
3 tons and certified annualy
if employees are to enter shafts, trenches or excavations ___ or more deep, a permit is required prior to starting work
5 ft
by what must the walls and faces of excavations be guarded
-sloping
-shoring
-other equivalent means
what fire extinguisher is specified for cranes
10:BC
if the electric utility provides service by way of overhead lines, the installation should
-be suitably grounded
-have a 60 ampere minimum service switch
-provide suitable overcurrent protection
who should wear hard hats around a construction site
everyone
a grounding contact cennected to a ____ must be present for each 15 and 20 ampere receptacle
equipment grounding conductor
what device senses ground faults in circuits and cuts off all electrical power in that circuit immediately
GFCI
prior to digging excavations or trenches, the location of the underground utilities should be determined and given to the owner how many hours in advance
48
what is the best way to find information on underground utilities when digging trenches
call the Underground service alert
with what type control must concrete finish tools be equipped
dead man
when pneumatic nailers and staplers are in use, all personnel, except tool operators, may not come within how many feet of the area
10
What type system of controls must be usedd whenever mobile equipment encroaches upon a public thoroughfare
visible
vehicles used to haul construction material with body capacities of ____ cu yds or more must be equipped with an automatic backup alarm
2.5
an indication that someone is in shock is that the person is
pale, weak, has a rapid heartbeat and rapid shallow breathing
how often must backup alarms on vehicles control devices be inspected
at least once each work shift
as a safety measure while working, the worker should
-avoid quick movements
-not wear jewelry or other metal
-wear comfortable clothing (not too loose or tight)
how much FPM air velocity away from the welders breathing zone must be provided by a local exhaust ventilation
100
what is required when workers work in confined spaces where possible dangerous air contamination is present
-one standby employee
-safety belt protection
-appropriate respiratory protection
from where must the demolition work on floors and exterior walls progress? (exceptions are permitted when explosives are used for demolition)
top to bottom
how many feet must there be between explosives and electrical circuits
25
in vertical shoring, diagonal bracing and lacing and false work must be capable of resisting ____% of total dead load or ____lbs per lineal foot of floor edge, whichever is greater
2-100
title ____ of the california Administrative code contains the energy conservation standards for new residential buildings
24
Acceptable hearing protection must be worn by employees, if noise levels cannot be reduced to
90 DBA
work areas must have fire extinguishers within how many feet
75
frequently traveled passageways, entries or exits must have a method of access installed at all points where there is a break in elevation of ____ inches or more
18
excavations in which the average depth exceeds the width and the width is ____ feet or less at the bottom are called trenches
15
all occupied trenches ____ or more feet deep must be provided with exits at ____ foot intervals
4-25
a class 2 fire hazard means there is ____ present
flammable material
the minimum clear width of an exit opening to meet handicapped codes is
32”
when using a two story scaffold, it should be checked so that it
is secured to the building
which of the following has the authority to say what is stocked in a first aid box
cal/osha representative
a trench is considered a trench up to what width
15’
an electrical shock victim should
be kept warm in a lying down position and, if necessary, CPR should be provided
in electrical shock accidents, the major cause of injury is
amperage
insulated gloves must be worn for voltages in excess of ____ volts when working on energized equipment or systems
300
for most first or second degree burn victims what should be done
apply cold water or submerge burned area in cold water
metal ladders should be at least ____ feet from 220 volt electric wiring
4
one should never try to put out an electrical fire with water because
the water may transmit shock to the user
conductors shall be spliced or joined with splicing devices suitable for the use or by ____ according to OSHA electrical rules
soldering with fusible alloy or metal
if a person gets an electric shock and is still in contact with the power one should
use a dry stick or rope to remove the person from the power
the severity of an electric shock by a live conductor is determined by
the current in the conductor
the working platform of a light trade wooden pole scaffold shall be a minimum of
20 inches in width
when hauling material on a truck in which the material overhangs the back of the truck, how much overhang may there be before it is required by law to have a red flag attached
4ft
the entrances to all enclosures containing exposed live parts or exposed conductors operating at over ____ volts niminal shall be kept locked
600
combustible ducts are present under operating conditions, which of the following classes best describes these conditions
class 2 division 1
which of the following is best to fight electrical fires
CO2 fire extinguisher
Mr. Able is working on a 6’ x 2.5’ metal rolling scaffold that is five feet high. It has 6” rubber wheels and the floor has a 5 degree pitch. mr. able is finished at this location and needs to move to a different area. he instructs his partner to move the scafold to a different location while he is still on it. he has proceeded in which way
incorrectly, the pitch on the floor surface does not allow for movement of the scaffold with workers on it
mr. able is working on a 8’ x 2.5’ metal rolling scafold that is 5 feet high. it has 6” rubber wheels and the floor has a 2 degree pitch. Mr able instructes his partner to move the scaffold while he is on it. he has proceeded
correctly
when are you allowed to operate an airless spray gun without a safety trigger
never
before digging a 6’ deep excavation, what should be onsite
shoring
if an employee is hurt on the job site, how many hours must they be kept in the hosptial, other than for medical observation if the incident is considered a serious accident
24
an individual is disqualified from unemployment compensation if
-he/she quits the job because they got in an argument with the boss
-they left voluntarily without good cause
-they have been discharged for misconduct connected with the job
workplace inspections include ____ l before operating aerial work platforms
-drop offs and holes
-debris
-electrical wires
you are required to stay at least ____ away from overhead power lines when doing work from aerial platforms
10 feet
When operating a scissor lift, which of the following safety equipment is required
safety glasses hardhat steel toe shoes
use of planks, ladders or any other devices on the aerial platform for achieving additional height or reach
shall be prohibited
it is OK to use a lift as a crane as long as you do not exceed the lift’s limitations as set forth by the manufacturer (T/F)
False
when driving a boom lift up or down a hill or ramp, always keep the counterweight uphill from you, the operator (T/F)
True
if you notice that the boom is not lowering when activating the boom lever function you should
stop immediatley and raise the boom slightly, then look around and see if the boom is in contact with something
the part of the boom that extends out from the main boom section is called the
fly boom
a typical 60 foot boom lift weighs
24,000lbs
a DANGER warning label means
immedite hazards which will result in severe personal injury or death
a qualified person for an aerial work platform is one who
by reason of knowledge experience or training is familiar with the operation to be performed and the hazards involved
if an operating manual is missing from an aerial platform
the lift is red tagged DOWN and cannot be operated until the manual is replaced on the machine
a prestart inspection for aerial work platforms is done
at the beginning of the work shift
if the guardrail gate on an aerial lift is not operating properly
red tag and down the machine until it is repaired
a log and summery of occupational injury and illness, a CAL/OSHA Form 200, must be kept for ____ years
5
which agency has jurisdiction over every place of employment in the state of california except federal facilities
division of industrial safety
when installing safety rails around floor and wall opening, guardrails shall be installed where the fall distance is ____ feet or more
6
if someone is hurt and the contractor does not have workers compensation the contractor
must pay medical and disability
which of the following fire extinguishers is best to have on a construction site
class ABC
____ issues permits for hazard related work and ensures safe and healthy work site conditions and registers contractors for asbestos work
DOSH
if a job related injury prevents an employee from being able to perform their past duties or occupation the employee may
receive vocational training and rehabilitation
durring construction when installing safety rails around floor and wall openings, the top guardrail shall be at least 42 inches high and be able to withstand a ____ load
200 lb
when working outdoors around heavy equipment or where there are traffic hazards, which of the following safety vests shall be worn
lime yellow - green or orange
shoring and bracing details are required when any project exceeds ____ and includes trenching 5 feet or more in depth
$25,000
