CTSP Ground Operations and Traffic Control Flashcards
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OSHA 1910.266 requires that a minimum of how many trained employees be present when chainsaw work is performed in a hazardous location?
Answer: Two — a worker and a trained observer/partner
OSHA requires at least two trained employees on site so one can assist or summon help if the other is injured during chainsaw operations.
What is the recommended minimum exclusion zone radius around a tree being felled to protect ground workers?
Answer: Two tree-lengths in every direction
ANSI Z133 recommends an exclusion zone of at least two tree-lengths in all directions to account for unexpected roll, bounce, and limb scatter.
When using a wood chipper, what must be done before any operator reaches into the feed chute to clear a jam?
Answer: Shut down the chipper, engage the brake/lock, and wait for all rotating parts to stop completely
The chipper must be completely shut down and all rotating components must come to a full stop before any hands-on clearing of jams to prevent amputations.
Which signal should a ground crew member give to immediately stop all work when an unsafe condition is spotted?
Answer: A clear verbal shout of 'STOP' accompanied by a raised fist or closed hand signal
A loud verbal 'STOP' combined with a raised fist is the universally recognized emergency stop signal in arborist ground operations.
What does the term 'drop zone' mean in tree care ground operations?
Answer: The designated area where cut material will land, cleared of personnel before cutting begins
The drop zone is the pre-identified, personnel-cleared area where cut wood pieces are expected to fall or be lowered during tree work.
A CTSP conducting a job site safety briefing should verify that all crew members understand what at minimum before work begins?
Answer: The job hazards, individual roles, emergency procedures, and the location of first aid equipment
A pre-job safety briefing must cover identified hazards, each person's role, emergency response procedures, and first aid kit location to prepare the crew for safe operations.