#1
Which of the following is a primary hazard associated with working at heights in construction?
Slips and trips
Electric shock
Falling
Noise exposure
#2
What is the minimum height at which fall protection is required in construction?
4 feet
6 feet
8 feet
10 feet
#3
What does the term 'PFAS' stand for in the context of fall protection?
Personal Fire Alarm System
Portable Fall Arrest System
Personal Fall Arrest System
Protected Fall Arrest System
#4
Which of the following is NOT a component of a personal fall arrest system?
Full-body harness
Lanyard
Safety glasses
Anchorage point
#5
Which of the following is an example of passive fall protection?
Safety harness
Guardrail system
Safety net
Retractable lifeline
#6
What is the purpose of a self-retracting lifeline in fall protection?
To prevent a fall from occurring
To provide a cushion in case of a fall
To arrest a fall after it occurs
To reduce the impact force of a fall
#7
Which type of fall protection system is typically used for leading edge work where guardrails are not feasible?
Safety nets
Personal fall arrest systems
Warning lines
Controlled access zones
#8
What is the maximum arresting force allowed by OSHA for a personal fall arrest system?
900 pounds
1800 pounds
2200 pounds
5000 pounds
#9
What is the primary purpose of a safety monitor in fall protection?
To alert workers of nearby hazards
To provide first aid in case of injury
To supervise equipment maintenance
To prevent falls by monitoring workers
#10
Which type of fall protection system relies on a system of guardrails to prevent falls?
Safety nets
Controlled access zones
Warning lines
Guardrail systems
#11
What is the main purpose of a fall restraint system?
To prevent a fall from occurring
To arrest a fall after it occurs
To provide a warning of potential fall hazards
To minimize fall-related injuries
#12
When inspecting fall protection equipment, which of the following should NOT be considered?
Date of manufacture
Condition of the equipment
Manufacturer's warranty
Evidence of damage or wear
#13
Which of the following factors affects the choice of fall protection equipment?
Worker's age
Height of the building
Type of work being performed
Time of day
#14
What is the purpose of a self-retracting lifeline (SRL) in fall protection?
To provide a cushioning effect during a fall
To attach a worker to an anchorage point
To arrest a fall by quickly stopping the worker's descent
To provide illumination in low-light conditions
#15
Which of the following statements about the 'hierarchy of fall protection' is true?
Guardrails are always the most effective form of fall protection.
Personal fall arrest systems are preferred over fall restraint systems.
Elimination of the fall hazard is the preferred method of protection.
Safety nets are the least effective form of fall protection.
#16
In the context of fall protection, what does the term 'controlled access zone' refer to?
An area where only authorized personnel are allowed to enter
A designated area where fall protection is not required
An area where workers are protected by guardrails
An area where fall hazards have been eliminated
#17
What is the purpose of a 'safety factor' in fall protection equipment?
To indicate the weight capacity of the equipment
To account for variations in worker weight and movement
To determine the length of the lifeline
To measure the tensile strength of the material