Planning for Success
Before heading to the beach, you check the weather forecast.
What is the safety planning equivalent of this on a jobsite?
-Pre-task
-Daily Safety Meeting
Name two things a site specific plan should address when working over or near water.
-Drowning
-Hypothermia
-Falling
-Tripping
-Slippery Surfaces
What contributes to heat exposure?
What is one common mechanical issue that can occur during a road trip?
A) Broken windshield
B) Flat tire
C) Dirty seats
D) Locked glovebox
B) Flat tire
What was the name of the character played by David Hasselhoff on Baywatch?
Mitch Buchannon
You're planning a beach volleyball game and assigning roles.
What safety document ensures every team member on the jobsite knows their tasks and responsibilities?
-Pre-Task Plan (PTP)
-Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP)
Are life jackets or buoyant work vests required if the danger of drowning has been eliminated?
No
In General, when continuous fall protection is used - without exception - to prevent employees from falling into water, and the risk of drowning is effectively eliminated life jackets and buoyant work vests are not needed.
How can you adjust to working in the heat?
a) Gradually increase the amount of time you work in the heat
b) Take a few days to increase your exposure
c) Increase your exposure during longer and longer periods on your first day
d) Both a and b
What is one way to reduce the risk of driver fatigue on a long trip?
A) Play loud music
B) Eat junk food
C) Take regular breaks or switch drivers
D) Turn up the air conditioning
C) Take regular breaks or switch drivers
Where was the original Baywatch series set?
Los Angeles
(accept Santa Monica and/or Malibu)
You text your group the beach location, but no one shows up.
What jobsite planning failure might this represent?
-Miscommunication
-Breakdown in communication
-Failure to hold coordination meeting
Does OSHA require a rescue boat or skiff when working near or over water?
Yes
OSHA requires employers to have a recue skiff readily available when employees are working over or adjacent to water, regardless of other fall protection measures
OSHA standard 1926.106(d)
After you have adapted to working in the heat:
a) Your body temperature will not increase as much while you work
b) You will not sweat as much while you work
c) Your pulse rate will increase while your rest
d) You will not need to drink water
a) Your body temperature will not increase as much while you work
How can high-altitude driving affect vehicle performance and passenger safety?
A) Tires wear out faster
B) Radio signals improve
C) Reduced oxygen affects engine performance and can cause altitude sickness
D) Roads are always smoother
C) Reduced oxygen affects engine performance and can cause altitude sickness
C) Junior Lifeguards