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WorksheetsFall Hazards
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 5mins
When is fall protection required in the construction industry? Select all that apply.
When working at a height of four feet
When working over dangerous machinery or equipment
Only when working on scaffolds
When working at a height of six feet or more
An ironworker is standing 30 feet in the air on a tilt-up concrete wall, throwing out bridging. He is wearing a harness and lanyard but is not tied-off. Is this a fall hazard?
Yes
No
To access a landing that is nine feet above the adjacent floor, a worker climbs an unsecured 10-foot ladder that has slip-resistant feet. Does this ladder pose a fall hazard to the worker?
Yes
No
Which of the following answer options are ways to prevent falls from ladders? Select all that apply.
Choose the right ladder for the job.
Use the ladder your coworker uses.
Don't carry tools or materials in your hands while climbing.
Tie off the top and bottom to fixed points.
Which of the following is a fall prevention system?
Personal fall arrest system
Safety net system
Guardrail
Top rail
How close should safety nets be to the working surface?
As close as possible below the working surface
At least 10 feet below the working surface
Safety nets should never be near working surfaces.
What provides a secure point of attachment for lifelines, lanyards, or deceleration devices?
Full-body harness
Connector
Anchor and anchor connector
Which of the following actions does OSHA require employers to take when providing construction workers with fall protection? Select all that apply.
Ensure that fall protection equipment is appropriate to the task.
Call attention to unique fall hazards.
Eliminate general fall prevention training.
Do you feel confident in recognizing fall hazards ?
Yes, I feel confident to recognize fall hazards
No, I do not feel confident in recognizing fall hazards
Yes, I feel confident but I need more training
No way, falling is scary
What is a fall hazard ?
