CHST CHST - Construction Health and Safety Technician Fall Protection and Prevention Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

What is the required minimum height for the top edge of a guardrail system used in construction?

Accepted Answer

42 inches

Answer

36 inches

Answer

39 inches

Answer

48 inches

Question 2

During steel erection activities, at what height must fall protection be provided to connectors?

Accepted Answer

15 feet

Answer

6 feet

Answer

10 feet

Answer

30 feet

Question 3

How often must personal fall arrest system components be inspected by the user?

Accepted Answer

Before each use

Answer

Weekly

Answer

Monthly

Answer

Annually

Question 4

What is the maximum free fall distance permitted when using a personal fall arrest system?

Accepted Answer

6 feet

Answer

4 feet

Answer

8 feet

Answer

12 feet

Question 5

Hole covers used for fall protection on walking/working surfaces must be capable of supporting how much weight?

Accepted Answer

The maximum intended load and be secured against displacement

Answer

The weight of the heaviest employee

Answer

Twice the weight of employees and equipment

Answer

At least 200 pounds

Question 6

Which knot type is prohibited for use in tying off a lanyard to an anchorage point?

Accepted Answer

Standard knot-in-the-end (overhand knot)

Answer

Bowline knot

Answer

Figure-eight knot

Answer

All knots are prohibited; only hardware connectors are allowed