Safety Flashcards
What label must be present on any cable used for indoor applications?
UL rating
What type of outlet protects the technician from electrical shock?
GFCI or GFI outlet
In identifying utility locate colors, What colors represent power, telecommunications, and water?
Red, Orange, and Blue
What is the minimum clearance between CATV and power at the house?
12 inches
What is the minimum clearance between CATV and all points above a flat roof?
10.5 feet
Up to how much stress can be placed on your back when a 75 pound object is lifted improperly?
750 pounds (3-10 times acceptable)
When routing underground drop cable parallel to lot lines, what minimum distance must be maintained from those lines?
4 feet
What test is performed to determine if gaffs are properly shaped and sharpened?
Cut-out test
What type of sleeves protect pole climbers against splitters and abrasions?
Kevlar
During which pole test should you be careful not to let power lines swing together?
Rocking Test (Push Test)
When working on a pole with gaffs, how far from the pole should you keep for proper knee/gaff alignment?
8 inches
What is the visibility rating on a clear night for a road’s barriers’ Type B High Intensity Warning Light?
1000 feet
What is the maximum allowable noise level before hearing protection is required?
90 dB
When it’s properly adjusted, a hard hat can absorb approximately which percent of the force of a blow?
75%
At what level dBA must ear protection be worn?
above 90 dBA
How often should the lower controls of an aerial lift be tested?
Daily
What is the recertification timeframe for confined space certification?
Every 3 years
Which type of sign gives notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent?
Warning Sign
What term describes a detailed thorough analysis of all of the features currently existing at the customer site?
Site Survey
What is the term for the right to use another person’s real estate for a specific purpose?
Easement or Right-Of Way
How many feet should a ladder be angled per 4 feet of height?
1 foot
What are the three protection methods that should be used when working above 4 feet on a tower?
- a fixed cable system
- a double lanyard system
- a retractable device
What must be marked on all safety glasses to ensure that they meet ANSI requirements?
Z87
Before breaking down a ladder, how far should the feet be from the leaning surface?
2 feet
If a vehicles weight and speed both double, the braking requirement increases by what factor?
8
What term describes scanning the area in front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk?
The 45-degree eye scan
What is the formula for ascending a pole using the hitchhiking technique?
Belt, Step-Lock-Step, Belt
What agency provides direction for state and local emergency planning officials in the EAS?
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Administration)
Which 3 items would you look for on an OSHA inspector’s ID card?
- Photo
- Serial number
- Signature of the Secretary of Labor
What is the proper angle of your safety strap when you are belted onto a pole?
5 degrees
When pole climbing, what is the proper angle of your leg when striking the pole?
30 degrees
How much time should be added to the 3 to 4 second rule when towing a trailer?
2 seconds
What are the three basic types of signs?
Warning, Guide, and Regulatory
What construction practice consists of a wall or floor assembly, a penetrating item passing through an opening in the assembly, and materials designed to prevent the spread of a fire?
Firestop System
What are the 2 “short distance” methods for carrying a ladder?
Half-Vertical / Half-Horizontal and Side Vertical (LH)
When a ladder is extended to 20 feet, how far from the base of the pole should its feet be positioned?
5 feet
Which parts of a ladder bear all of its weight and pressure when properly positioned on the pole?
Ladder feet and the V-rung
Name 3 of the 4 decals placed on your aerial lift truck.
Caution, Danger, Warning, Operating Instructions/Notice
What are the four ways to carry a ladder?
- Horizontal carry at the shoulder
- Horizontal carry at the hip
- Half-vertical, Half-horizontal carry
- Side vertical carry
What is the position of the base section of the ladder when it is properly loaded onto a vehicle?
Facing down or on the bottom
When do the 2 foot-15 foot rule apply?
When setting up a road side workzone - 2 feet from curb or 15 feet from the edge of a roadway.
Relative to time and “eye lead time”, how far in advance is the recommended scan while driving?
12 to 15 seconds
What is the first thing you do if you are involved in an automobile accident on the job/
Protect/Secure the scene
Commtech work shirts should be made of what material?
100% Cotton
Which rule determines how far you should lean laterally when working on a ladder?
Belly-button rule
What is the maximum number of tool loops OSHA allows on a body belt used for climbing?
4
Which two vehicle accessories should be addressed before lowering the ladder with a sidewinding rack?
Mirror and Antennae
Which piece of PPE should only be cleaned with soap and water?
Hardhat
What term describes having your view of the road blocked by another vehicle?
Billboarding
What is the national “Call Before You Dig” number?
811
Where should your eyes be focused while ascending or descending your ladder?
Your feet
Which is directly impacted by space for the vehicle and visibility for the driver?
Response time
When climbing, what should the proper angle of your ladder be in degrees?
75 degrees
“Safety Is _________ ______________.”
Everyone’s Responsibility
Vehicle Tip #1:
How far ahead should you look while driving?
At least two blocks ahead of you, and even up to a quarter of a mile ahead on higher speed roadways.
Vehicle Tip #2:
What should you do before entering an intersection?
Look both ways, even if you have the right of way.
Vehicle Tip #3:
When stopped at a red light before entering the intersection you should?
Count to two or three -especially if there is a car in front of you.
Vehicle Tip #4:
Use the _____ - or - ____ - second rule when following a vehicle.
three - or - four
Vehicle Tip #5:
Increase your following distance to ___ or ____ seconds in wet or snowy weather.
six or more
Vehicle Tip #6:
When you’re at a signal light or stop sign you should?
Stop where you can see the tires of the vehicle in front of you touching the ground. (If in a van stay about 10’ back.)
Vehicle Tip #7:
Where should cones be placed when your vehicle is parked?
In front and behind. You will need both in most situations depending on how you’re parked.
Vehicle Tip #8:
What are the first, second, and third parking choice
1st Choice- Drive In / Drive Out
2nd Choice- Back In / Drive Out
3rd Choice- Drive In / Back Out
Vehicle Tip #9:
When you back up, have a “_______” guide you, if possible.
“spotter”
Vehicle Tip #10:
When you must back up you should?
Only back the necessary distance to get out of the parking area, and minimize disturbance of traffic flow.
Circle of Safety
Place cones upon exiting vehicle.
Walk completely around (360 degrees) when picking up cones.
Look under vehicle for children, pets, and toys.
“Standard Wear Safety Gear”
hard hat, safety glasses, and work boots
Foreign voltage is?
Any AC voltage that may be present on a conductor that is not designed to carry, or would not normally carry, a current.
Your FVD allows you to?
Test potential conductors as you move towards them.
An employee working from a pole shall NOT?
Leave the pole or transfer one’s weight to an adjacent object (e.g., ladder, aerial lift, tree, fence or any other object).
While working aloft secure yourself to the LADDER & POLE. Ensure the safety strap is?
Around the pole and through the ladder, under the top rung.
While working aloft secure yourself to the LADDER & STRAND. Ensure the safety strap is?
Around the strand and through the ladder, under the top rung.
When securing yourself to the strand, the _______ method is recommended and will help prevent the ladder from sliding.
1-1-1
1-1-1 method is: From the D-ring
1- Wrap the safety strap around the strand outside the ladder.
1- Wrap it again between the rails including the strand and top rung.
1- Wrap it a third time around the strand outside of the opposite rail and then back to the opposite D-ring.
When placing ladder on midspan with drop,
place ladder on opposite side of drop to reduce tension on drop line.
When replacing a mid-span drop
1) Disconnect at house first.
2) Place ladder opposite drop / house.
While placing the ladder on the mid-span with multiple drops on either side of the span you should?
Disconnect drops (after informing customers) on at least one side of the span. Place the ladder opposite any remaining drops that could not be disconnected.
Work zone setup will vary depending on?
Work duration
Work location
Roadway type
Older transformers may contain _______________ _________ which are a cancer-causing agent.
polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
Work should not be conducted within __ feet of a roof edge unless fall arrest systems are in place.
6 feet
____ __________may be used as fall protection provided they meet the regulatory requirements for top and midrails, toeboards, and strength.
Roof guardrails
No COMCAST employee is required to administer_____ ___.
first aid
If you are working on strand and see lightning,
get down from the ladder/pole and wait 15 minutes in
your vehicle. If no lightning is observed, return to
work. If you see another bolt, wait another 15
minutes.
Traffic cones shall be predominantly ______ in color.
orange
Traffic cones shall be made of?
A material that can be struck without causing damage to the impacting vehicle.
Cones must be a minimum of __ tall and be _____________ if used at night.
28”
reflectorized
Cones-
28” tall, reflectorized
Drums-
36”tall, 18” wide, orange with white 4-6” wide alternating stripes(top stripe must be orange)
Barricades-
Type 1 24”wide with 1 horizontal 8” bar. Type 2 24” wide with 2 horizontal 8” bars. Type 3 is 4 feet wide with three 8” horizontal bars.
Warning lights-
Typically mounted on barricades, drums, vertical panels and signs and should be yellow in color. All warning lights should be mounted at a minimum of 30” from ground to the bottom of the lens.
Type A Channelizing Device-
Low intensity flashing visible at 3000 feet on clear night (Night use only)
Type B Channelizing Device-
High intensity flashing should be visible at 1000 feet on a sunny day. (Day or night use)
Type C Channelizing Device-
Steady burn visible at 3000 feet on clear night. These are used to mark the edge of the traveled way. If used to mark a curve, use only on the outside edge of the curve.
4 parts of traffic control zones
Advanced warning area
Transition area
Activity area
Termination area
5 types of traffic control zones
Long Term Stationary Intermediate Term Stationary Short Term Stationary Short Duration Mobile
Long Term Stationary-
Any work that occupies a location more than 3 days.
Intermediate Term Stationary-
Daytime work that occupies a location for more than 1 and up to 3 days or any nighttime work lasting longer than 1 hour.
Short Term Stationary-
Daytime operation that occupies a location for more than oneday but less than 12 hours.
Short Duration -
Work that occupies a location up to one hour.
Mobile -
Work that moves intermittently or continuously.
ANSI rating for hardhats?
Z89
When a Comcast employee causes minor damage in a customer’s home ($1,500 or less), what phone number should be called to start a claim?
1-800-UNIcall
Each CommTech’s vehicle is required, at a minimum, to have what safety equipment?
A. The number of traffic cones required by applicable law
B.1 Class 2 High visibility safety vest per person
C. 1 approved fire extinguisher
D. 1 Portable lantern
E. 1 First aid kit meeting ANSI requirements
F. 1 Set of emergency triangles(or 3 reflective cones)
G. 1 Revolving beacon light (or strobe) mounted securely on the ladder rack
3 requirements for technician work pants.
A.straight legged
B.no cuff
C.either 100% cotton or denim
5 of 10 situations in which a hardhat must be worn
- On a pole
- On a ladder
- In the bucket of an aerial lift
- In an attic or crawl space
- In a confined space
- In a street with traffic
- Below an aerial lift or person on a ladder
- While operating a fork lift
- On a task with the potential for falling or flying objects or where there is a potential for a head injury
- While on a construction site
what two types of eye protection should be in field personnel’s vehicles at all times?
clear and tinted
Name 6 of the 12 tasks in which eye protection should be worn.
- While using any type of drilling or cutting tool
- While working in trees
- While climbing poles or ladders
- While soldering
- While grinding
- While working in crawl spaces or attics where conditions exist which may expose the eyes to potential injury
- While digging
- While trenching
- While using chain saws
- While splicing fiber optic cable
- While working on construction or line maintenance
- While performing any type of work where the eyes may be exposed to accidental or foreign objects
What type of PPE must be worn when handing batteries?
A face shield, eye protection, an apron, and rubber gloves
6 Characteristics of suitable work boots
- Lace-up type boot that measures at least 6 inches from the top of the heel
- Steel or fiberglass shank
- Leather construction
- A heel that meets the sole at 90degrees and measures 3/4 inch from sole at purchase and 1/2 of an inch at any time
- A toe that meets the impact and compression protection rating for a nominal impact for 75 foot-pounds, the rating is identified as I/75 C/75 compression ratings
- Meets the electrical hazard protection rating, the rating is identified as EH
Name 3 situations when ear protection must be worn
- when a noise level exists above 90 d.b.a
- Operating light to medium machinery
- Operating a chain saw
What is the minimum length a gauntlet must be on gloves when climbing or descending poles?
4 inches
New Natural Rubber Insulating gloves should be tested by a certified lab after how long?
12 months
New Synthetic Rubber Insulating gloves should be tested by a certified lab after how long?
18 months
Re-issued Natural Rubber gloves should be tested by a certified lab after how long?
9 months
Re-issued Synthetic Rubber gloves should be tested by a certified lab after how long?
15 months
When should a technician inspect their Insulating gloves?
A. When issued
B. Before each use
C. After each use
D. At least once per month
What are the requirements for a Glove Bag for insulated gloves?
- A glove bag is waterproof, flame retardant, and ventilated for air circulation
- the glove bag should have a hook on the rear for attachment to the body belt
What test should be performed to verify effectiveness of rubber gloves?
The air test
4 instances when a shock hazard could occur
- Grounding to a common ground at a customer’s house or while grounding at the pole.
- when working on a metal sided building, mobile homes and trailers, or aluminum siding
- Whenever there is reason to suspect damage to any utility (test enclosures, pedestals, above ground vaults, etc) before accessing
- Whenever there is a foreign plant on our workspace, including telephone, down guys, etc
3 Basic guidelines that need to be followed for climbing.
- Do not climb any structure, ladder or pole until you have been properly trained
- When climbing towers, you must be connected to the fall protection device and tower at all times.
- All fall protection equipment must be inspected prior to use and at intervals recommended by the manufacturer.
When working from an aerial lift, where must the deceleration strap by attached?
to the bucket or the boom
MUTCD
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devises
FHWA
Federal Highway Administration
7 goals of proper traffic control techniques
- Reduce Accidents
- Minimize injury to Comcast Employees and the public
- Reduce damage to private and public property
- Minimize the possibility of claims and litigation arising from work zone accidents
- Reduce confusion to motorist
- Expedite traffic flow
- Improve public image
What 3 things should be visually inspected on a power cord before each day’s use?
- External defects (i.e. deformed or missing pins)
- Insulation damage
- Potential internal damage
What should be done with a damaged, bent or broken ladder?
It should be tagged immediately and disposed of or repaired as soon as possible
How far past the point of support must a ladder be able extend to gain access to a roof?
At least 3 feet
5 tests to be performed before working on a pole.
- FVD test
- Sound test
- Prod Test
- Visual Inspection
- Rocking Test
What shall be placed on climbers when not being worn?
Gaff guards
Inadvertently viewing an unterminated or damaged fiber can cause damage if it is how close to an unaided eye?
less than 5 to 6 inches
What information should be contained in a fiber lock out tag?
a. Name of the Technician performing the disconnect
b. Date the disconnect is made
c. Reason for the disconnect
Where can a technician locate a lockout-tagout kit?
The Headend
The Hubsite,
and in each fiber restoration kit
MSDS
Material Safety Data Sheets
If there is a hazardous substance spill (such as battery acids, mercury, hydraulic fluids and gasoline) what two steps must an employee take?
- Clearly identify and protect the area
2. Notify your manager/supervisor
3 features that define a confined space
- Large enough and so configured that an employee can bodily enter and perform work
- Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit
- Not designed for continuous human occupancy
3 features that define a confined space
- Large enough and so configured that an employee can bodily enter and perform work
- Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit
- Not designed for continuous human occupancy
Before entry into vaults and manholes what tests must be completed?
- Test for combustible gas
2. Test for oxygen deficiency ( where continuous forced ventilation is not provided)
What 6 conditions require continuous ventilation for vaults and manholes when work is being performed?
- When an oxygen deficiency is found
- when combustible or explosive gas vapors have been initially detected and reduced to a safe level by ventilation
- When a toxic gas is found
- Where organic solvents are used in the work procedure
- Where the manhole is located in that portion of a public right of way
- open to vehicular traffic and or exposed to seepage of gas or gasses
If working in joint power and telecommunications manholes, what procedures must be followed in addition to standard safety precautions?
- A trained CPR and first aid employee will be available in the immediate vicinity to render emergency assistance as required
- If host employer (company owning the manhole or vault) tests the atmosphere, Comcast’s employee must ensure it is done according to Comcast regulation prior to entry.
How often are safety meetings required for field personnel?
weekly
What field personnel are required to attend safety meetings?
installers, technicians, construction, and warehouse
How often should a Vehicle Inspection Report be included in safety meetings?
Once a month
How often should office personnel attend an Employee Safety Meeting?
At least once per quarter
When was OSHA established?
1970
OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What is OSHA’s goal?
to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation, safe and healthful working conditions and to preserve our human resources.
Which OSHA article covers Telecommunications?
1910.268
Which OSHA article covers Telecommunications?
1910.268
According to OSHA guidlines, how often should first aid kits be inspected?
At least once a month
What are the general hardware requirements for body belts, safety straps and lanyards?
dropped forge or pressed steel and have a corrosion resistant finish tested to meet the requirements of the American Society for Testing and Materials BI 17-64 (50 hour test)
What is the acceptable leakage current for fabric and leather used in safety belts.
It may not be used if the leakage current exceeds 1 milli-ampere when a potential of 3,000 volts is applied to the electrodes positioned 12 inches apart.
What are the minimum requirements for fabric used in safety straps in an A.C. dielectric test?
Must be capable of withstanding an A.C. dielectric test of not less than 25,000 volts per foot “dry” for 3 minutes without visible deterioration
what are the safest types of pants to wear when climbing a pole?
Straight-legged
what is the recommended length of a gaff?
1 1/4 inches.
how many points of contact should you keep on the pole when you are ascending or descending?
3
What are the minimum requirements for fabric used in safety straps in an A.C. dielectric test?
Must be capable of withstanding an A.C. dielectric test of not less than 25,000 volts per foot “dry” for 3 minutes
A conductor or system of conductors through which an electric current is intended to flow
Circuit
what accessories should be removed before climbing?
Metal watches
rings
key chains
other simular conductors
What are the stitching requirements for body belts, safety straps, and lanyards?
minimum 42-pound weight nylon or equivalent thread and shall be locked stitched. Stitching parallel to an edge may not be less than 3/16 inch from the edge of the narrowest member caught by the thread. The use of cross-stitching on leather is prohibited.
A conductive connection, whether intentional or accidental, by which an electric circuit or equipment is connected to referenced ground.
Ground (as a noun)
At what depth is a ladder required to enter/exit a manhole
Manholes exceeding 4 feet in depth
An electrical connection from one conductive element to another for the purpose of minimizing potential differences or providing suitable conductivity for fault current or for mitigation of leakage current and electrolytic action
Bond
A material, usually in the form of wire, cable, or buss bar, suitable for carrying an electric current
Conductor
That conductive body, usually earth, to which an electric potential is referenced.
Ground (reference)
The connecting or establishment of a connection, whether by intention or accident, of an electric circuit or equipment to referenced ground
Ground (as a verb)
A subsurface enclosure, which personnel may enter and which is used for the
purpose of installing, operating, and maintaining submersible equipment and/or cable.
Manhole
what are potential hazards on a pole for gaffing.
Knots and knot holes Cracks and weathered cracks creosote excessive gaff cuts shell rot, other fungus growth lighting or fire damage
White is used to indicate what in locating underground utilities?
Proposed excavation route
What does Pink indicate on an underground locate?
Temporary Survey Markings
what is a chemical that is put on the poles a a preservative that should be avoided.
Creosote
What Does Yellow indicate on an underground locate?
Gas, Oil, Steam, Petroleum, or Gaseous Materials
Each Safety Leader and Field Supervisor will ride along with, or perform job site safety reviews with technicians how often?
At least once per quarter, per technician
What are the three levels of Comcast safety committees?
- The corporate-level safety committee
- The divisional-level safety committee
- The system-level safety committee
What does Purple indicate on an underground locate?
Reclaimed Water, Irrigation and Slurry Lines
What are the three recognized categories that accidents can be grouped into?
- Employee Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accident
- General Liability (including property damage and bodily injury to a third party, but excluding injuries sustained as a result of a motor vehicle accident.
What does Red indicate on an underground locate?
Electric Power Lines, Cables, Conduit and Lighting Cables
What does Orange indicate on an underground locate?
Communication, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cables or Conduit
What does Blue indicate on an underground locate?
Potable Water
What does purple indicate on an underground locate?
Reclaimed Water, Irrigation and Slurry Lines
What does Green indicate on an underground locate?
Sewer and Drain Lines
When you first get to the job site,
what should you do before setting
up or extending your ladder?
Double check the ground
where the ladder will be set up and check
for voltage at the pole.
when looking at the ground to set up a ladder where should you be looking?
Where the ladder will end up
after you apply the 4 to 1 rule.
name 5 things to inspect on a ladder?
Rung locks – operate freely Feet are on tight and have the proper protective grips/pads Rungs are solidly in place – not loose, worn, broken or missing Fiberglass rails are solidly in place – no cracks, splinters, dents or worn spots Rope – not frayed, worn or rotten Rung lock flippers – working and not worn or bent Pulley and mount bracket – not worn or cracked and wheel moves freely Strand hooks are solidly in place – not bent or cracked Annual inspection tag – in place and current.
what is the foreign voltage test
Using a voltage detector, check the pole and any connecting hardware for stray or foreign voltages. If voltage is present, contact your supervisor.
what is the sound test?
Strike the pole with a hammer in several locations from ground level to the highest reaching point. If it sounds solid, it should be a good pole. If it sounds hollow, it is probably a bad pole.
what is the prod test?
Using a screwdriver at least 5 inches long or similar prodding tool, attempt to penetrate into the pole just below ground level in a couple of different spots below the soil surface around the base of the pole. If the tool goes into the pole more than ½ inch, the pole could be rotten and may not support the weight of you and your ladder.
what is visual inspection?
Inspect the pole(s) carefully for conditions, such as rot, impact damage, cracks, foreign attachments, etc. Look for bee or hornet nests on the bottom of transformers, phone splice housings or other attachments.
what is the rocking test?
attempt to rock the pole back and forth. Caution must be exercised to avoid causing power lines to swing together. If the pole makes a cracking sound during the test, it shall be considered unsafe. Be sure to wear your gloves whenever you touch the pole.
Which is the safest ladder carry on windy days?
Horizontal carry at the hip
Which ladder carry should you use if you
are traveling more than 15 feet to
the work site and have firm, dry
ground and little wind?
Horizontal carry at the shoulder
Which carry can you use for short
distances, under 15 feet?
Half-vertical, half-horizontal
carry
Why wouldn’t you use the halfvertical,
half-horizontal carry for
longer distances?
The ladder isn’t as stable and
carrying it this way puts more strain on
your arms and back
Which carry would you use if the
ground were slippery or unstable?
Horizontal carry at the hip
When would you use the side
vertical carry?
When you are moving the
ladder just a short distance down the
same leaning surface, like the side of a
house.
Which is the most commonly used
carry?
Horizontal carry at the shoulder
What would you do if the pole you are
working on were right next to a
sidewalk where pedestrians could be?
Place cones in a wide area
around the base of the ladder to steer any
pedestrians away from the ladder.
What should you do if there is a
doorway where you want to place
your ladder?
If it absolutely cannot be
avoided, alert the occupants and make
sure the door is locked or blocked off. If
you can’t ensure your safety, find another
way.
What if you are working on a ladder near
windows?
Don’t put ladders in front of windows. Although there is less danger to you, it is too easy to damage or break a window with the ladder or another piece of equipment. For the same reason, never put your ladder against any equipment or riser on a house or pole.
If your ladders are equipped with ice
toes, when and how are they used?
Ice toes are to be used when
slippery conditions exist. In these
situations, be sure that the ice toes flip
outward and upward. Gravity will keep
the ladder in position and will keep the ice
toes from unintentionally flipping out of
position.
Your ladder is set up against a pole,
but before you start ascending, there
are two things you should do. What
are they?
Boots are clean and safety strap
is over your shoulder and out of the way.
What are some other guidelines you
should keep in mind when you start
ascending a ladder?
Face the ladder; keep both
hands free to grasp the ladder; step on
the arch of the foot with heels snug
against the rung.
What does keeping three points of
contact mean?
Two feet and 1 hand or 2 hands
and 1 foot in contact with the ladder at all
times.
We want you to constantly be aware of your overhead clearances, especially power lines, but we also want you to be cautious when you are checking clearances. What should you do?
Stop with both feet on the
ladder whenever you need to look up.
Otherwise, keep your focus on your feet.
How far from the top of the ladder
should you stop?
Three rungs from the top.
Once you reach the top of the ladder,
what should you do prior to belting
on?
Lean into the ladder; slide your
foot forward to lock your heel on the
rung; spread your feet to the rails; test
for voltage.
What must you do before starting to
take a ladder down?
Put on my work gloves to
protect me against rope burn and
fiberglass splinters.
When you finish your work, can you
just pick up the ladder and head back
to the truck?
No, you need to check the path back and make sure it’s clear, especially if you’ve been up there awhile. You may have to open some gates or remove some obstacles that have appeared since you were last there.
True of False: the only risk associated with operating an aerial lift is electrocution?
False
There are _______, ______, ______, and company rules
and regulations governing the safe operation of aerial
lifts.
Local, State, and Federal
It is essential to know the _______ _______ of
an aerial lift vehicle to avoid hitting overhead
obstacles while in motion.
clearance requirements
When working on an incline, what is required to
avoid overturning an aerial lift vehicle?
extra precautions
A malfunction of the ______ _______ may cause the aerial lift to stop functioning?
Hydraulic System
Prior to operating from an aerial lift bucket at the
beginning of the day, what must first always be tested?
The lift controls from the ground.
While working in an aerial lift bucket, what must always be worn?
An Approved Deceleration Fall Arrest System
Who keeps records of all reported work place
incidents?
OSHA
