Ladders
A safely set extension ladder should extend how many feet above the roof edge or work platform?
3'
Another name for metal frame scaffolding is ______.
pipe staging
What is attached to a hoisted load to prevent twisting and swinging?
Tagline
2x4 is a nominal dimension. What is the actual dimension?
1.5"x3.5"
What is the technical name for a Skilsaw?
Circular Saw
True or false: Leaning a step ladder against a wall is an approved, safe use.
False
The toeboard can be no more than _____ above the scaffold planking.
1"
How often should slings be inspected when they are in use?
Daily
What does PT stand for?
Pressure Treated
What is the technical name of a Sawzall?
Reciprocating saw.
Add how many feet to the height of a step ladder to determine the total reach?
3'-4'
Scaffolding requires a guardrail. What is the range of height for the top rail?
36"-45"
Demonstrate the hand signal for emergency stop.
Arms outstretched horizontally moving up and down.
What does KD stand for?
Kiln Dried
When using a tablesaw the blade should be no more than about a ______" higher then the material being ripped.
1/4
When setting up an extension ladder, the horizontal distance from the wall should be roughly what fraction of the height?
1/4
All planked scaffolds must have a ______ above the planking.
Toeboard
What is the most common type of rigging found on a residential construction site?
Synthetic Sling
What's the actual dimension of a 2x8?
1.5"x7.25"
Which is thicker: an 18 gauge brad nail or a 16 gauge brad nail?
16 gauge
What's the best way to address uneven ground when setting the feet of an extension ladder?
Scratch a hole in the ground for the higher ladder foot (maybe with your hammer claw) to even out the feet.
The numbers stamped on scaffolding cross braces indicate what?
The length of the constructed and the height between the posts that braces connect to.
Name 3 types of rigging.
Slings, cables, chains
What's the compositional difference between Engineered lumber and solid lumber?
Engineered lumber is composed of small pieces of wood and solid lumber are single solid pieces sawn from whole timbers.
In our program, what are the 5 essential tools that you need to have on you at al times?
Tape measure, pencil, speed square, hammer, utility knife.