Site Safety and Health Flashcards
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What is heat stroke and how does it differ from heat exhaustion?
Answer: Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency where the body's cooling system fails, causing core temperature above 104 degrees F, while heat exhaustion is less severe with heavy sweating
Heat stroke is a medical emergency requiring immediate cooling and 911 activation. The body can no longer cool itself through sweating.
What biological hazards should workers be aware of at tower sites in rural areas?
Answer: Venomous snakes, stinging insects (wasps/hornets in tower structures), ticks carrying Lyme disease, and histoplasmosis from bird/bat droppings
Rural tower sites host various biological hazards that can cause serious illness or allergic reactions.
What must the employer provide regarding sanitation facilities at a tower work site?
Answer: Adequate toilet facilities and potable drinking water within reasonable access of the work area
OSHA 1926.51 requires employers to provide toilet facilities and potable water at construction sites.
How should noise hazards be managed at a tower work site?
Answer: Identify noise sources, provide hearing protection when levels exceed 85 dBA, and implement a hearing conservation program for exposed workers
Generators, power tools, hoisting equipment, and wind noise at height can exceed safe exposure levels.
What ergonomic considerations are important for tower climbers?
Answer: Proper climbing technique, workload management, equipment weight distribution, and prevention of repetitive strain injuries
Tower climbing places extreme demands on the musculoskeletal system. Poor ergonomic practices lead to chronic injuries.
What is the employer's obligation regarding a written safety and health program for tower work?
Answer: Employers must maintain a comprehensive written safety program covering all recognized hazards, training requirements, and emergency procedures
A written safety and health program provides a framework for consistent safety practices across all work sites.