CHST FREE Construction Health and Safety Technician Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

According to OSHA's Fall Protection standard (29 CFR 1926.501), at what height must fall protection be provided for workers on walking/working surfaces with unprotected sides or edges in construction?

Accepted Answer

6 feet

Answer

4 feet

Answer

10 feet

Answer

15 feet

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

To identify potential hazards associated with each step of a task and determine preventive measures

Answer

To assign blame after an incident occurs

Answer

To calculate workers' compensation premiums

Answer

To satisfy insurance audit requirements only

Question 3

Which type of fire extinguisher is most appropriate for a construction site electrical panel fire?

Accepted Answer

Class C or ABC dry chemical extinguisher

Answer

Class A water extinguisher

Answer

Class B foam extinguisher

Answer

Class D metal extinguisher

Question 4

Under OSHA excavation standards, at what depth must a protective system such as shoring, sloping, or shielding be used for trenches?

Accepted Answer

5 feet

Answer

3 feet

Answer

8 feet

Answer

10 feet

Question 5

What does the term 'competent person' mean under OSHA construction standards?

Accepted Answer

A person designated by the employer who can identify hazards and has authority to take corrective action

Answer

Any worker with at least five years of experience

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A licensed professional engineer only

Answer

A third-party safety consultant hired for the project

Question 6

Which OSHA standard requires employers to establish a written Hazard Communication Program on construction sites?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1926.59

Answer

29 CFR 1926.502

Answer

29 CFR 1926.451

Answer

29 CFR 1926.651