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WorksheetsOSHA Construction Safety Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which federal agency is responsible for enforcing construction safety standards in the United States?
EPA
OSHA
FDA
DOT
What does the acronym "PPE" stand for in construction safety?
Personal Protective Equipment
Professional Protection Enterprise
Public Protection Emergency
Personal Performance Evaluation
Which of the following is considered a fall protection system?
Guardrails
Hard hats
Safety glasses
Earplugs
What is the minimum height at which OSHA requires fall protection for construction workers?
2 feet
4 feet
6 feet
10 feet
Which color is typically used for caution signs according to OSHA standards?
Red
Yellow
Blue
Green
A worker is using a ladder to access a higher level. According to OSHA, what is one key safety rule they must follow?
The ladder must be painted for visibility
The ladder must extend at least 3 feet above the landing
The ladder must be made of metal
The ladder must be stored horizontally
If a construction worker is exposed to loud noise, which type of PPE should they use to protect their hearing?
Safety goggles
Earplugs or earmuffs
Respirator
Steel-toed boots
A construction site has a trench that is 7 feet deep. According to OSHA, what must be provided to protect workers from cave-ins?
Warning signs only
Shoring, shielding, or sloping
Extra lighting
Fire extinguishers
A worker notices a frayed electrical cord on a power tool. What is the correct action according to OSHA safety procedures?
Continue using the tool until it stops working
Report the hazard and remove the tool from service
Tape the cord and keep using it
Ignore it if the tool still works
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a "Job Hazard Analysis" (JHA) on a construction site?
To estimate project costs
To identify and control potential hazards before work begins
To schedule worker shifts
To order construction materials
