NCCER Introduction to Construction Safety

What does PPE stand for in construction safety?

• Personal Production Equipment

• Personal Protective Equipment

• Professional Protective Equipment

• Public Protection Equipment

What does OSHA stand for and what is its role in construction safety?

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration

• Occupational Safety and Hazard Association

• Office of Safety and Health Administration

• Occupational Safety and Health Agency

Why is fall protection important on a construction site?

• To make the site look more aesthetically pleasing

• To provide a challenge for workers

• To prevent injuries or fatalities from falls

• To increase the risk of accidents

Name three common tools used in construction and explain how to safely use them.

• Level: Use the level as a hammer to drive in nails.

• Saw: Hold the saw blade towards your body and cut with a fast back-and-forth motion.

• 1. Hammer: Hold the hammer near the end of the handle for better control, aim carefully, and strike the nail head squarely. 2. Screwdriver: Choose the correct type and size of screwdriver for the screw, apply steady pressure while turning clockwise to tighten or counterclockwise to loosen. 3. Tape measure: Keep the tape measure straight for accurate measurements, lock it in place before reading, and avoid snapping back when retracting.

• Drill: Place your hand near the drill bit while it's spinning to guide it accurately.

What are the key steps to follow in case of an emergency on a construction site?

• Call emergency services, evacuate, provide first aid, notify authorities, investigate.

• Ignore the emergency, continue working, blame others for the situation

Why is hazard communication important in construction safety?

• Hazard communication is only important for certain construction tasks.

• Workers should rely on their own judgment without hazard communication.

• Hazard communication is crucial for informing workers about the risks associated with their tasks and the necessary safety measures to mitigate those risks.

• Safety measures are not necessary in construction.

When should PPE be worn on a construction site?

• At all times

• Only on weekends

• During lunch breaks

• When it's raining

What are the basic requirements for fall protection equipment?

• Proper fit, secure attachment points, shock-absorbing lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, regular inspection and maintenance

• Non-shock-absorbing lanyards, non-retracting lifelines

• Loose fit, unstable attachment points

• Irregular inspection and maintenance

How can you ensure tool safety on a construction site?

• Use tools without checking them

• Skip safety training

• Wear inappropriate clothing instead of PPE

• Inspect tools before use, provide training, use PPE, store properly, follow maintenance guidelines.

What information should be included in a hazard communication program?

• No employee training

• Information about hazardous chemicals, safety data sheets, labeling, employee training, and handling procedures.

• Information about non-hazardous chemicals

• No safety data sheets