Safety

Question 1

whose responsibility is it to maintain a safe job site?

Answer 1

Project manager, production manager, foreman

Question 2

What does OSHA stand for and what is its primarily responsibility?

Answer 2

Occupational Safety and Health Administration- to insure work heath and safety protection

Question 3

Name four safety items that should be in a construction trailer?

Answer 3

fire extinguisher, first aid kit, MSDS, OSHA posters

Question 4

How do you report a job-related accident?

Answer 4

CPE link to safety document verbal warning

Question 5

How soon after an accident occurs should it be reported?

Answer 5

8 hours

Question 6

name 3 safety violations for excavation:

Answer 6

1. no trench box
2. call utility
3. bobcats doesn’t beep when backing up

Question 7

name 3 safety violations for framing:

Answer 7

1. doesn’t use the bucket for the fork lift, when standing on the fork
2. Ladders do not have OSHA sticker
3. standing on the top step of ladder
4. doesn’t use eye protection

Question 8

Name 3 safety violations for electric

Answer 8

1. not wearing rubber based boots
2. not using rubber gloves when dealing with high voltage
3. leaves a outlet uncovered

Question 9

Roofing

Answer 9

1. not using the tie down system
2. not being tied in a harness
3. having a ladder under 3 steps above roof line

Question 10

Briefly explain the proper care and safe work practices associated with the types of temporary heaters used in your area

Answer 10

1. do not have heaters on sub floor
2. inspect heaters daily
3. make sure gas line is through window opening, not door opening
4. make sure gas tank is level
5. place heater on (2) 4x4 pieces of fire code drywall

Question 11

what is the “Right-To-Know Law”?

Answer 11

having the right to know about hazardous conditions and materials at work

Question 12

what is a “focused inspection”

Answer 12

OSHA evaluates the 4 areas of: fall protection, electrical, struck by, caught between

Question 13

list the four categories that are evaluated during this process

Answer 13

1. fall protection
2. struck by
3. caught inbetween
4. electrical

Question 14

Name two acceptable methods for protecting rebar from being an impalement hazard

Answer 14

1. bend the bar so that it is facing down

2. place caps over the end of the bar

Question 15

Name two approved methods that are used to provide fall protection above 6’

Answer 15

1. safety net
2. body harness
3. life line