Fall Protection and Rescue Flashcards
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What is the maximum free-fall distance allowed by OSHA when using a personal fall arrest system?
Answer: 6 feet
OSHA 1926.502(d)(16) limits free-fall distance to 6 feet when using a personal fall arrest system.
During a tower rescue, what is the first action the rescue team should take upon reaching the injured worker?
Answer: Assess the worker's condition and secure them to prevent further fall
Assessment and securing the worker prevents additional injuries and determines the appropriate rescue technique.
What is suspension trauma and why is it a critical concern during tower rescue?
Answer: It is a life-threatening condition caused by prolonged motionless suspension in a harness that restricts blood flow
Suspension trauma occurs when harness leg straps compress veins, pooling blood in the legs. Without intervention, death can occur within 15-30 minutes.
How often must personal fall arrest equipment be inspected according to NWSA and OSHA requirements?
Answer: Before each use by the worker and annually by a competent person
Pre-use inspection by the worker catches daily wear and damage, while annual competent person inspection provides thorough examination.
What is the purpose of a rescue pre-plan at a tower work site?
Answer: To establish step-by-step procedures for rescuing a worker before an emergency occurs
A rescue pre-plan ensures all crew members know their roles, equipment locations, and procedures before an emergency.
When using a self-retracting lifeline (SRL) on a tower, where should the anchor point be located relative to the worker?
Answer: At or above the dorsal D-ring attachment point
Anchoring at or above the D-ring minimizes free-fall distance and swing hazard, keeping total fall arrest forces within safe limits.