Fall Protection
Can I use a body belt for a fall arrest system?
No, OSHA prohibits the use of body (safety) belts as part of a fall arrest system. They do not provide adequate protection to prevent a worker from falling and they do not distribute forces in the same way a full-body harness does.
Can anyone enter a confined space? (Yes or No)
No, not just anyone can enter a confined space, especially a permit-required one. Entry requires authorization, training, and a permit, along with adherence to specific safety procedures and the use of appropriate equipment.
You are allowed to use a ladder with damaged rungs. (True or False)
False, you are not allowed to use a ladder with damaged rungs or any other structural defects.
In OSHA's 29 CFR Part 1926 construction standards, welding and cutting regulations are found in Subpart __
What food does John hate?
Pizza
When is fall protection required under 1926 subpart M?
6 feet
Atmospheric testing needs to be conducted only once before entry to a confined space. (True or False)
False, The frequency of air monitoring depends on various factors, including the nature of the workplace, the substances present, and the potential risks, with OSHA recommending periodic monitoring and continuous monitoring in confined spaces.
According to OSHA 1926, stairways must be installed at an angle between ___ and ___ degrees
30 and 50
Torches shall be lighted by _________.
Friction lighters
What is Alisa's favorite color?
Purple
What height do I need fall protection on a scaffold?
Fall protection is mandatory for scaffolds where workers are more than 10 feet (3.1 meters) above a lower level.
What does the acronym IDLH stand for with respect to confined spaces?
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health - OSHA defines "Immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH)" as any condition that creates a delayed or immediate threat to life or which can cause an irreparable damage to health or which would get in the way of an individual’s ability to move out from a permit space unaided.
All portable ladders shall be of sufficient length and shall be placed so that workers will not stretch or assume a hazardous position. Follow the ___ to ___ ratio ladder rule.
Oxygen cylinders in storage shall be separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of ________.
20 feet
What is Victoria's favorite animal?
Penguins
200
The four key gases to monitor in a confined space are:
The four key gases to monitor in a confined space are oxygen, carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, and flammable gases (often measured as %LEL).
According to OSHA, a stairway or ladder must be provided at all points of access where there is a break in elevation of ___ inches (48 cm) or more, and no ramp, runway, sloped embankment, or personnel hoist is provided.
19
Oxygen cylinders in storage shall be separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet (6.1 m) or by a noncombustible barrier at least ____ feet (1.5 m) high having a fire-resistance rating of at least _________.
5,one-half hour
Scotland's national animal is a ______.
Unicorn
OSHA requires that fall protection be provided at elevations of four feet in general industry workplaces, _____ feet in shipyards, six feet in the construction industry, and eight feet in longshoring operations.
Five,
Atmospheres that contain a flammable component above what percent of its Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) are considered hazardous for confined space entry?
10 percent, OSHA considers an atmosphere hazardous in a confined space if it contains flammable gas, vapor, or mist in excess of 10% of its LEL.
-Why it's dangerous: If the concentration of a flammable gas or vapor is above its LEL, even a small spark or flame can ignite the mixture, potentially causing an explosion or fire.
What subpart address regulations regarding Stairways and ladders?
The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks shall be in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet _________.
P-1-1965
Jose likes to drink milk with ______.
ICE ICE BABY