Fall Protection Practice Questions
Test your knowledge of construction fall protection. Tap a question to reveal the answer and a short explanation.
1. Which is NOT acceptable as part of a personal fall arrest system?
Answer: A body belt
Body belts cannot be used for fall arrest. A full-body harness is required.
2. What minimum strength must an anchorage for a personal fall arrest system support per worker?
Answer: 5,000 pounds
Anchorages must support 5,000 pounds per attached worker, or be designed by a qualified person.
3. How high should a guardrail top rail be in construction?
Answer: 42 inches, plus or minus 3 inches
The top rail must be 42 inches above the walking surface, give or take 3 inches.
4. What is the maximum free fall distance allowed with a personal fall arrest system?
Answer: 6 feet
The system must limit free fall to 6 feet or less.
5. Covers over holes in walking surfaces must support at least...
Answer: Twice the weight of workers, equipment and materials
Covers must carry twice the expected load and be secured and marked.
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