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Job Site Safety Practices Flashcards

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  1. When working in a ceiling plenum space, which respiratory hazard is MOST commonly encountered by data cabling installers?

    Answer: Fiberglass particles from insulation and old cable jackets

    Plenum spaces often contain fiberglass insulation and older cable jackets that release irritating particles when disturbed.

  2. A data cabling technician notices a wet floor near a server rack during installation. What is the FIRST action to take?

    Answer: Report the hazard and place wet floor signs before proceeding

    Slip hazards must be identified, marked, and reported before work continues to protect all workers in the area.

  3. What does the term 'lockout/tagout' (LOTO) primarily protect against during cabling work near electrical panels?

    Answer: Accidental energization of electrical circuits while workers are present

    LOTO procedures prevent equipment from being accidentally energized while technicians are working on or near electrical systems.

  4. Which fall protection measure is required when working on a ladder that extends more than 4 feet above a lower level?

    Answer: The ladder must be secured at the top or bottom to prevent movement

    OSHA requires ladders to be secured at the top, bottom, or both to prevent slipping or tipping when extended above 4 feet.

  5. When drilling through fire-rated walls for cable pathways, which safety step is MANDATORY after completing the penetration?

    Answer: Fill the penetration with listed firestop material

    Fire-rated assemblies must be restored with listed firestop materials to maintain their fire-resistance rating after any penetration.

  6. A cabling installer is asked to work in a room where the temperature exceeds 95°F (35°C) due to server heat loads. Which heat illness symptom requires IMMEDIATE evacuation?

    Answer: Confusion, slurred speech, or loss of consciousness

    Confusion, slurred speech, and loss of consciousness are signs of heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate action.

  7. What is the correct way to dispose of old coaxial cable with a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket on a job site?

    Answer: Coil and label it for recycling or proper waste disposal per local regulations

    PVC cable should be coiled, labeled, and disposed of through proper recycling or waste channels per local environmental regulations.