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safety edited Flashcards

1
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What type of outlet protects the technician from electrical shock?

A

GFCI or GFI outlet

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2
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In identifying utility locate colors, What colors represent power, telecommunications, and water?

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Red, Orange, and Blue

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3
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Up to how much stress can be placed on your back when a 75 pound object is lifted improperly?

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750 pounds (3-10 times acceptable)

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4
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What type of sleeves protect pole climbers against splitters and abrasions?

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Kevlar

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5
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What is the maximum allowable noise level before hearing protection is required?

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90 dB

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6
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When it’s properly adjusted, a hard hat can absorb approximately which percent of the force of a blow?

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75%

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7
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At what level dBA must ear protection be worn?

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above 90 dBA

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8
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How often should the lower controls of an aerial lift be tested?

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Daily

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9
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What is the recertification timeframe for confined space certification?

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Every 3 years

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10
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Which type of sign gives notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent?

A

Warning Sign

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11
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What term describes a detailed thorough analysis of all of the features currently existing at the customer site?

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Site Survey

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12
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What is the term for the right to use another person’s real estate for a specific purpose?

A

Easement or Right-Of Way

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13
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What are the three protection methods that should be used when working above 4 feet on a tower?

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  1. a fixed cable system
  2. a double lanyard system
  3. a retractable device
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14
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What must be marked on all safety glasses to ensure that they meet ANSI requirements?

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Z87

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15
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If a vehicles weight and speed both double, the braking requirement increases by what factor?

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8

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16
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What is the formula for ascending a pole using the hitchhiking technique?

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Belt, Step-Lock-Step, Belt

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17
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What agency provides direction for state and local emergency planning officials in the EAS?

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FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Administration)

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18
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Which 3 items would you look for on an OSHA inspector’s ID card?

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  1. Photo
  2. Serial number
  3. Signature of the Secretary of Labor
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19
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What are the three basic types of signs?

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Warning, Guide, and Regulatory

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20
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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?

A

Firestop System

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21
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Name 3 of the 4 decals placed on your aerial lift truck.

A

Caution, Danger, Warning, Operating Instructions/Notice

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22
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When do the 2 foot-15 foot rule apply?

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When setting up a road side workzone - 2 feet from curb or 15 feet from the edge of a roadway.

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23
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Relative to time and “eye lead time”, how far in advance is the recommended scan while driving?

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12 to 15 seconds

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24
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What is the first thing you do if you are involved in an automobile accident on the job/

A

Protect/Secure the scene

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25
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Commtech work shirts should be made of what material?

A

100% Cotton

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26
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Which rule determines how far you should lean laterally when working on a ladder?

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Belly-button rule

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27
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Which two vehicle accessories should be addressed before lowering the ladder with a sidewinding rack?

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Mirror and Antennae

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28
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Which piece of PPE should only be cleaned with soap and water?

A

Hardhat

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29
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What term describes having your view of the road blocked by another vehicle?

A

Billboarding

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30
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What is the national “Call Before You Dig” number?

A

811

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31
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Where should your eyes be focused while ascending or descending your ladder?

A

Your feet

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32
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Which is directly impacted by space for the vehicle and visibility for the driver?

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Response time

33
Q

“Safety Is _________ ______________.”

A

Everyone’s Responsibility

34
Q

“Standard Wear Safety Gear”

A

hard hat, safety glasses, and work boots

35
Q

When securing yourself to the strand, the _______ method is recommended and will help prevent the ladder from sliding.

A

1-1-1

36
Q

Work zone setup will vary depending on?

A

Work duration
Work location
Roadway type

37
Q

____ __________may be used as fall protection provided they meet the regulatory requirements for top and midrails, toeboards, and strength.

A

Roof guardrails

38
Q

No COMCAST employee is required to administer_____ ___.

A

first aid

39
Q

Traffic cones shall be predominantly ______ in color.

A

orange

40
Q

Traffic cones shall be made of?

A

A material that can be struck without causing damage to the impacting vehicle.

41
Q

Cones must be a minimum of __ tall and be _____________ if used at night.

A

28”

reflectorized

42
Q

4 parts of traffic control zones

A

Advanced Warning area
Transition area
Activity area
Termination area

43
Q

ANSI rating for hardhats?

A

Z89

44
Q

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?

A

1-800-UNIcall

45
Q

3 requirements for technician work pants.

A

A.straight legged
B.no cuff
C.either 100% cotton or denim

46
Q

what two types of eye protection should be in field personnel’s vehicles at all times?

A

clear and tinted

47
Q

What type of PPE must be worn when handing batteries?

A

A face shield, eye protection, an apron, and rubber gloves

48
Q

Name 3 situations when ear protection must be worn

A
  1. when a noise level exists above 90 d.b.a
  2. Operating light to medium machinery
  3. Operating a chain saw
49
Q

What test should be performed to verify effectiveness of rubber gloves?

A

The air test

50
Q

What 3 things should be visually inspected on a power cord before each day’s use?

A
  1. External defects (i.e. deformed or missing pins)
  2. Insulation damage
  3. Potential internal damage
51
Q

What should be done with a damaged, bent or broken ladder?

A

It should be tagged immediately and disposed of or repaired as soon as possible

52
Q

Where can a technician locate a lockout-tagout kit?

A

The Headend
The Hubsite,
and in each fiber restoration kit

53
Q

MSDS

A

Material Safety Data Sheets

54
Q

If there is a hazardous substance spill (such as battery acids, mercury, hydraulic fluids and gasoline) what two steps must an employee take?

A
  1. Clearly identify and protect the area

2. Notify your manager/supervisor

55
Q

How often are safety meetings required for field personnel?

A

weekly

56
Q

What field personnel are required to attend safety meetings?

A

installers, technicians, construction, and warehouse

57
Q

How often should a Vehicle Inspection Report be included in safety meetings?

A

Once a month

58
Q

How often should office personnel attend an Employee Safety Meeting?

A

At least once per quarter

59
Q

When was OSHA established?

A

1970

60
Q

OSHA

A

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

61
Q

According to OSHA guidlines, how often should first aid kits be inspected?

A

At least once a month

62
Q

what are the safest types of pants to wear when climbing a pole?

A

Straight-legged

63
Q

A conductor or system of conductors through which an electric current is intended to flow

A

Circuit

64
Q

What does Pink indicate on an underground locate?

A

Temporary Survey Markings

65
Q

What Does Yellow indicate on an underground locate?

A

Gas, Oil, Steam, Petroleum, or Gaseous Materials

66
Q

Each Safety Leader and Field Supervisor will ride along with, or perform job site safety reviews with technicians how often?

A

At least once per quarter, per technician

67
Q

What are the three levels of Comcast safety committees?

A
  1. The corporate-level safety committee
  2. The divisional-level safety committee
  3. The system-level safety committee
68
Q

What are the three recognized categories that accidents can be grouped into?

A
  1. Employee Injury
  2. Motor Vehicle Accident
  3. General Liability (including property damage and bodily injury to a third party, but excluding injuries sustained as a result of a motor vehicle accident.
69
Q

What does Red indicate on an underground locate?

A

Electric Power Lines, Cables, Conduit and Lighting Cables

70
Q

What does Orange indicate on an underground locate?

A

Communication, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cables or Conduit

71
Q

What does Blue indicate on an underground locate?

A

Potable Water

72
Q

What does Purple indicate on an underground locate?

A

Reclaimed Water, Irrigation and Slurry Lines

73
Q

What does Green indicate on an underground locate?

A

Sewer and Drain Lines

74
Q

How far from the top of the ladder should you stop?

A

Three rungs from the top.

75
Q

True of False: the only risk associated with operating an aerial lift is electrocution?

A

False

76
Q

There are _______, ______, ______, and company rulesand regulations governing the safe operation of aeriallifts.

A

Local, State, and Federal

77
Q

A malfunction of the ______ _______ may cause the aerial lift to stop functioning?

A

Hydraulic System

78
Q

Prior to operating from an aerial lift bucket at the beginning of the day, what must first always be tested?

A

The lift controls from the ground.

79
Q

Who keeps records of all reported work placeincidents?

A

OSHA

Tech Q's - Care agents cross training. (8 decks)

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