OSHA Basics
Name (4) types of PPE.
Hardhat, Safety glasses, Hi-VIZ Vest, Boots, Gloves. NO sneakers or open toe shoes.
At what height must guardrails be installed or fall protection provided?
When employees are exposed to falls of 6 feet or more.
Who is permitted to inspect and tag a scaffold?
A Competent Person designated by the employer. Scaffold tag colors are green (safe), yellow (caution), red (do not use).
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
What is the maximum allowable free-fall distance for a personal fall arrest system?
6 feet.
Does JRM allow podium and A-frame ladders on their job sites?
What are OSHA's "Fatal Four" hazards in construction?
Name three acceptable forms of fall protection.
Guardrails, personal fall arrest systems, and safety nets.
What is the 4-to-1 ladder rule?
For every 4 feet of ladder height, place the base 1 foot away from the structure.
What is the purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?
To identify hazards associated with a task and establish controls before work begins.
What is the minimum number of feet that requires fall protection in construction?
6 feet.
How far must an extension ladder extend above a landing surface?
At least 3 feet.
What is the required scaffold capacity?
Four times the maximum intended load.