Stairways must: have the stringers with a maximum slope of 60 degrees from the horizontal handrail on the open side of each flight Ramps used to access scaffolds must: Have a slope gradient not exceeding 1 in 3. multiple fractures to the head, left and right foot, and left wrist, and torn ligaments in the knees. He notices that there have been several large spills of paint over them. b.2 inches Select the correct answer and then click DONE. \text { Students-back } \\ Manila or synthetic rope used for top rails must be inspected to ensure that the rope meets the strength requirement. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Cross-braces of the proper length must be used to ensure that the scaffold will remain plumb and rigid. Scaffold platforms above one section high must be provided with safe access. uuid:1f2371a8-90ab-42b0-a1cd-a86bdbf5cef5 When vertical lifelines are used, check to ensure they are fastened to a fixed safe point of anchorage, independent of the scaffold, and are protected from sharp edges and abrasion. d.Hearing protection. The department also to provide competent person with document indicating that they are competent persons representing their respective departments and shall agree to uphold all local, state, and federal rules and regulations as they relate to scaffolding. c.Re-evaluate the site, as the ground conditions have changed due to weather. Utilizing scaffolds in accordance with all local, state, federal, manufacturer, and institutional rules and regulations. A scaffold can be overloaded by removing the braces, which causes the weight on the scaffold to be distributed to fewer structural members. Fall protection consists of either personal fall-arrest systems or guardrail systems, and must be provided on any scaffold 10 feet or more above a lower level. a.1/2 inch 1926.451(e)(9) & (g) Have cross-cleats securely nailed at regular intervals not exceeding 500 millimetres. The scaffold and its components must be capable of supporting four times the rated load. What should you do before dismantling a scaffold? This must be done prior to initial use of the scaffold each shift. He fell, sustaining a concussion for which he was hospitalized. 262 Alexander Street Single-point adjustable suspension scaffolds. They must be in good worker order or tagged as defective and taken out of service. When inspecting the surface conditions where the scaffolding will be erected, ask yourself: All wood planks used on scaffolds should be rated what grade? 3.Falling objects Access shall be provided when scaffold platforms are more than 24 inches above or below the point of access. 1.Make sure it was erected properly. 2012-10-05T11:53:02-04:00 Prior to occupation scaffold erectors must notify the competent person that the scaffold has been erected and is ready to be inspected. Scaffolding must not be placed on unstable objects, such as bricks or blocks. 5.Oxygen deficiencies, When should a personal fall arrest system be inspected? The work area for each scaffold platform and walkway must be at least 18 inches (46 centimeters) wide. A competent person is an employee who is capable of identifying existing or predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate these hazards. b. Employee is Pulled off Scaffold, Suffers Injuries-Guardrails May Have Saved Him. An access ladder or equivalent safe access must be provided. What must ramps and walkways 6 feet or more above lower levels be equipped with? d.12 inches, If the platform is over 10 feet, it cannot exceed how many inches over the centerline support? 4.Ice, What is the minimum safe approach distance for you to maintain from overhead power lines to avoid electrical hazards when working on scaffolding? A light weight supported scaffold could be used on wood decking when the competent person has determined the structure would support the scaffold and its entire load. This scaffold is overloaded and planks are strained. If it can be demonstrated that a wider space is necessary, check to make sure the gap is as small as possible and does not exceed 9 1/2 inches. Design and preplanning of the scaffold including weight limitations, scaffold type, fall protection, tie-offs, supports, etc. Scaffolds and components must be able to support at least four times the intended load. 09/18/2013. 12. Screw jacks with base plates shall be used to compensate for uneven ground. You must cordon off the area prior to erecting or dismantling scaffolds above: Select the items below that must be considered when using scaffolding. A single tieback must be installed perpendicular to the face of the building or structure. Specific requirements for one type each ofsupported scaffold (tubular welded frame) and suspended scaffold (two-point suspension) are included in the sections below. 1926.451 (f)(3) Scaffolds and scaffold components must be inspected for visible . Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Supported scaffolds consist of one or more platforms supported by outrigger beams, brackets, poles, legs, uprights, posts, frames, or similar rigid support. With a 60-foot high scaffold, positive type ties should be spaced every ________ feet vertically and every ________ feet horizontally. What should Ted do? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. After answering all the questions, click on the "Check Quiz Answers" button to grade your quiz and see your score. Read the material in each section to find the correct answer to each quiz question. Only the base coat gives the asphalt compressive strength.1. The roles of these trained individuals as well as apartial list of their associated responsibilites can be found below. Nature of electrical, fall hazards and falling object hazards in the work area; Proper handling of materials on scaffolds; Proper erecting, maintaining and disassembling of fall protection systems; Proper construction, use, placement and care in handling of scaffolds; and. Separation of frames can occur in high winds (uplift), or when workers climb endframes, overload the platform, a.5 b.12, 16 All scaffolding shall have toe boards, screens, a guardrail system and/or debris nets as determined by a competent person. Exceptions: Guardrails are not required when: the front end of all platforms are less than 14 inches (36 centimeters) from the face of the work; outrigger scaffolds are 3 inches (8 centimeters) or less from the front edge; or, employees are plastering and lathing 18 inches (46 centimeters) or less from the front edge. Personal fall-arrest systems used on scaffolds should be attached by lanyard to a vertical lifeline, horizontal lifeline, or scaffold structural member. Providing a scaffold to the user that is free from recognizable and preventable hazards (i.e. The competent person is responsible for determining the safety and feasibility of installing and using safe means of access, based on site conditions and the type of scaffold involved. 8 inches Do not use unstable objects such as loose bricks, blocks of wood or concrete to shore up the uneven surface. When are workers on scaffolding most vulnerable to fall hazards? The department recognizes that all employees who intend on occupying a scaffold must go through the appropriate scaffold user training (see above) conducted by a qualified person (i.e. Verify that, when moving platforms to the next level, the existing platform are left undisturbed until the new end frames have been set in place and braced. Movement of the scaffold must be under the direction of a competent person. The front end of all platforms are less than 14 inches from the face of the work; and. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Each worker on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level must be protected from falling to that lower level by use of guardrail systems or personal fall arrest systems. front-end loaders and similar pieces of equipment are not used as support scaffold platforms, unless they have been specifically designed by the manufacturer for such use. Any damaged or weakened component of a scaffold must be repaired or replaced immediately. Contact EHS for assistance and guidance in any of the duties associated with being a Competent Person. 4.Chemical burns In the event of an emergency, please call 123 from any campus phone or 773.702.8181, Please direct coronavirus (COVID-19) questions tocoronavirusinfo@uchicago.edu. The platform of a two-point suspension scaffold must not be more than 36 inches wide unless designed by a qualified person, and must be surrounded with a standard guardrail and toe board. Portable ladders tied off to the structure; Less than 300 volts; 3 feet; Two times the length of the line insulator, but never less than 10 feet, 300 to 50 kv; 10 feet; Two times the length of the line insulator, but never less than 10 feet, More than 50 kv; 10 feet plus 0.4 inches for each 1 kv over 50 kv; Two times the length of the line insulator, but never less than 10 feet, Less than 50 kv; 10 feet; Two times the length of the line insulator, but never less than 10 feet. 2.Rubber Its important to make sure all bracing on a scaffold has been properly constructed to make sure the scaffold does not collapse. Be sure scaffolding stays level and plumb as erection progresses. Poor foundation: Scaffold end frames, which have no base plate, are erected on top of scrap wood and unstable cement blocks. The height of the scaffold in relation to the minimum base width, wind loads, the use of brackets or cantilevered platforms and imposed scaffold load determines the need for stability bracing. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. When scaffold platforms are more than 2 feet (0.6 m) above or below a point of access, portable ladders, hook-on ladders, attachable ladders, stair towers (scaffold stairways/towers), stairway-type ladders (such as ladder stands), ramps, walkways, integral prefabricated scaffold access, or direct access from another scaffold, structure, personnel Standard guardrails (e.g., handrail and midrail) and toeboards must be provided for all open sides of the scaffolding that are ten (10) feet or more above the surrounding surfaces. Ensure that employees performing overhand bricklaying operations from a supported scaffold are protected from falling from all open sides and ends of the scaffold, except at the side next to the wall safety@uchicago.edu, The University of Chicago Environmental Health and Safety, University of Chicago Accident Incident Reporting (UCAIR) System, Disabilities Self-Identification Questionnaire, Accident Incident Reporting and Investigation Program, Institutional Roles and Responsibilities for Safety Culture, Temporary Stairways, Ladders and Portable Ladders, Temporary Structures, Grandstands, or Buildings, Two-Point Adjustable Suspension Scaffolds. When erecting or dismantling supported scaffolds, a safe means of access shall be provided when a competent person has determined the feasibility and analyzed the site conditions. 4.Use cinder blocks to level the uneven ground. All planking or platforms must be overlapped a minimum of twelve (12) inches and secured from movement. A competent person is one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions that are hazardous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. Scaffolding is widely used during construction and renovation activities. Guardrail systems must be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds applied in a downward or outward direction at any point within two inches of the top edge of the top rail. Specific requirements are described below. The competent person is responsible for determining the safety and feasibility of installing and using safe means of access, based on site conditions and the type of scaffold involved. b.8 feet The scaffolding platform will be 32 inches from the ground. Horizontal members are erected in a manner that creates a usable ladder and provides good hand hold and foot space. The standard requires employers to protect each employee on a scaffold more than 10 feet (3.1 m) above a lower level from falling to that lower level. Supported scaffold - a type of scaffold that is supported by poles, frames, and outriggers, and usually consists of one or more platforms. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. c.Select an anchor point for Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS). 2. Additionally, there is no material cohesion; during a storm the material can wash away under the scaffold base plates. \end{array} & \begin{array}{l} 1.Use gravel to fill in the uneven spots. Included here are general requirements for all scaffolds. b.18 inches Ensuring all inspection and maintenance practices for scaffolds are conducted by a competent person in accordance with this policy and procedure. Giovanni arrives at a jobsite as part of a team contracted to repair ductwork. 3.String \text { Blackberry Pearl; } \$ 20 \\ All planking or platforms must be overlapped a minimum of twelve (12) inches and secured from movement. For a scaffold to be safe, it must be erected: . . A competent person must make the feasibility determination based on site conditions and the type of scaffold being erected or dismantled. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Scaffolds are never as safe as the foundations they are built on. c.13, 15 Workers are most vulnerable to fall hazards when climbing on or off a scaffold. footings are capable of supporting the loaded scaffold without settling or displacement. answers again. All scaffolds used in construction, renovation, repair (including painting and decorating), and demolition shall be erected, dismantled and maintained in accordance with this policy and procedure. Rolling scaffold must not be used on sloped surfaces. Hot asphalt paving (summer) - This type of asphalt (top coat) is soft when placed and then compacted with rollers. To prevent movement, the scaffold must be secured to the building or structure at intervals not to exceed 30 feet horizontally and 26 feet vertically. a.One mudsill per leg Ensure scaffolds are altered only under the supervision and direction of a competent person. 1.Climb the cross braces. Note: Except where indicated, these requirements also apply to manually propelled, pump jack, ladder jack, tube and coupler, and pole scaffolds, as well as the specialty scaffolds described in their applicable sections. While sitting or kneeling on a fixed deck plank attached to a fabricated frame scaffold, a worker was pulling a 16-foot long 2x4 off the bucket of an excavator. Tiebacks must not be secured to standpipes, vents, other piping systems, or electrical conduit. Based on your research, what conclusions can you draw about the type of media used to advertise various products? However, an evaluation of the deck for its maximum allowable loading would be required, since the decking or deck structure could fail under a full scaffold load. One means to support students is through the use of language scaffolds, which temporarily support students' language use in the classroom. Laura and her team are on a deadline to finish a construction project. What are supported scaffold foundations set on to ensure stability? Make sure that anything that could cause a slip, trip or fall (i.e. Chicago, Illinois 60615, T: 773.702.9999 Make sure all brace connections are properly secured to prevent dislodging. . Access must be provided when the scaffold platforms are more than 2 feet (0.6 m) above or below a point of access. Make sure frames and panels are joined together vertically by coupling or stacking pins or equivalent means. Please answer all of the questions before checking your quiz answers. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. All scaffolds and their components must support without failure its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to the scaffold. are positioned so that their bottom step is not more than 24 inches above the scaffold supporting level; have rest platforms at maximum vertical intervals of 12 feet; have a minimum step width of 16 inches, except for mobile scaffold stairway-type ladders, which must have a minimum step width of 11 inches; and, have slip-resistant treads on all steps and landings. a. \end{array} Scaffold planks shall extend over their end support at least six (6) inches but no more than twelve (12) inches. 4.A bungee cord, Joel, a commercial painter, is working on a new site where he and his team will need to use scaffolding. Princeton, NJ 08540ehs@princeton.edu609-258-5294, 2023 The Trustees of Princeton University, Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Laboratory Access and Training Recommendations, Laboratory Equipment and Engineering Controls, SHIELD - Safety, Health, Inspection and Equipment Logistics Database, Administration of Biological and Chemical Hazards to Animals, Medical Clearance and Safety Training For Animal Researchers, Recombinant and Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules, Shipping and Receiving Biological Material, X-Ray Machines & Other Radiation-Producing Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Construction, Specific Requirements of Welded Frame and Suspended Scaffolds. What are integral (built-in) access frames specifically designed for? Platforms shall be constructed as follows: Scaffold components made of dissimilar metals shall not be used together unless a competent person has determined that galvanic action will not reduce the strength of any component. All brace connections must be secured. You must cordon off the area prior to erecting or dismantling scaffolds above: 1.People Select all that apply and then click DONE. application/pdf 2. Employees shall be trained to demonstrate competency in the following areas: 5235 South Harper Court Erectors and dismantlers face additional access problems due to the incomplete condition of the scaffolding. d.Registered engineer, Guys, ties, or braces must be installed where horizontal members support inner and outer legs when the scaffold has a height/width ratio greater than: OA025.pdf b.Dismantle the scaffolding. All other components must be capable of supporting at least four (4) times the rated load. Manila or synthetic rope used for midrails must be inspected to ensure that the rope meets the strength requirement. c.One mudsill per leg extending 6 inches beyond centerline of the pole When it is infeasible to provide a work area at least18 inches (46 centimeters) wide, guardrails and/or personal fall arrest systems must still be used. Planks are stamped for scaffold approved loading and usage on one end. A mobile ladder stand may also have handrails and is designed for use by one employee at a time. The competent person shall be trained in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and responsible for: Qualified persons shall be responsible for: No University employee shall design scaffolding. The footing of scaffolding must be sound and rigid, capable of supporting the weight. Access must be provided when the scaffold platforms are more than 2 feet (0.6 m) above or below a point of access. A ladder or other safe means of access must be provided. Stationary scaffolds over 125 feet in height and rolling scaffolds over 60 feet in height shall be designed by a professional engineer. Damaged or deteriorated equipment shall not be used. No University employee shall design any scaffolding. There are many types of scaffolds, both supported and suspended. Scaffolding is widely used during construction and renovation activities. Direct access is acceptable when the scaffold is not more than14 inches horizontally and not more than 24 inches vertically from the other surfaces. Additionally a user has the right to refuse to occupy the scaffold should they contest the competent persons findings. Baker, Perry, Bil-Jax) whenever frames are stacked more than one section high. c.Four times foundations are set on base plates, mud sills, and other adequate firm foundations. Note: A level should be used during assembly to make sure new structural components remain in line. Erecting scaffolds in accordance with local, state, and federal. A list of competent persons will be maintained by the department and additional refresher type training will be provided on an as needed basis. 13. Hard hats d.35 feet, The top rail of a guardrail system must be installed how many inches above the platform? You can correct any missed questions and check your Direct access is acceptable when the scaffold is not more than 14 inches (36 centimeters) horizontally and not more than 24 inches (61 centimeters) vertically from the other surfaces. scaffold and scaffold components for visible defects. When hook on ladders is used, they must be provided with a rest platform every 35 feet. There are many types of scaffolds, both supported and suspended. 8. Each worker on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level must be protected from falling to that lower level by use of guardrail systems or personal fall arrest systems. Maximum intended load and load-carrying capacities of scaffolds used. Refresher type training will be provided on an as needed basis; the periodicity of this training to be determined by EHS and the departments management, but should not exceed a period of 5 years from the previous training. 4.Jump from one platform to another. \text { discount; pink or silver; } \\ Jayden is a competent person; he has already performed a site evaluation. The use of shore scaffolds and lean-to-scaffolds is strictly prohibited. Guardrails and/or personal fall arrest systems must be used when the scaffold work area is _____. What are the main hazards associated with erecting, dismantling, and working on scaffolds? Notifying the competent person of any safety concerns associated with the erection, conditions, use, and / or maintenance of the scaffold. Note: Except where indicated, these requirements also apply to manually propelled, pump jack, ladder jack, tube and coupler, and pole scaffolds, as well as the specialty scaffolds. When horizontal lifelines are used, make sure they are being secured to two or more structural members of the scaffold. Is the change in Samsungs cash flow on total assets ratio favorable or unfavorable? Supported scaffold poles, frames, uprights, etc. d.12. Direct access is acceptable when the scaffold is not more than 14 inches (36 cm) horizontally and not more than 24 inches (61 cm) vertically from the other surfaces. \end{array} & \begin{array}{l} Select the correct answer and then click DONE. A competent persons responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Scaffold erectors are those employees who have been designated (based on training and experience) by the department to be the employees who are responsible for the erection and maintenance of department scaffolds on the Princeton University campus. Contacting EHS if there is a concern regarding the erection of the scaffold. 1.Slips and falls The following sections can be referenced for specific guidelines when using scaffolds at Princeton. uuid:F4AC72E838E6DC1181DF85762784E02C the forklift is not moved horizontally while the platform is occupied. Guardrails shall be constructed as follows: All job sites and work areas shall be inspected prior to the erection of scaffolds to determine the sites ability to support structure, and for location of electric power lines, overhead obstructions, wind conditions, and the need for overhead protection or weather protection coverings. 8 The footing of scaffolding must be sound and rigid, capable of supporting the weight. c.After it has been used HV[o6~8%9N(Km -QTI*CJe'{tC^nAieAi?Ypqvi;y5P( s!u Ensure hook-on or attachable ladders are installed as soon as scaffold erection has progressed to the point that permits safe installation and use. Be sure employees are able to safely access any level of a scaffold that is 2 feet above or below an access point. \text { use to get e-mail, surf the } \\ Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Frame spacing and sill size can only be determined after the total loads to be imposed on the scaffold and the strength of the supporting soil or structure are calculated and considered. d.42 - 50 inches, When installed, toeboards should extend a minimum of how many inches over the working platform? 4 feet Scaffold planks should extend over their end supports not less than 6 inches nor more than 18 inches. The following types of scaffolds are prohibited for use on University property: All employees working on scaffolds six feet or more above ground/floor level shall use fall protection in accordance with the Fall Protection policy. Tying, guying, or bracing may be needed to assure a safe and stable scaffold assembly. \text { Product } \\ They are frequently used in one or two tiers by residential contractors, painters, etc., but their modular frames can also be stacked several stories high for use on large-scale construction jobs. 1.Wear personal fall arrest systems (PFAS). Scaffolding must not be placed on unstable objects, such as bricks or blocks. This creates a dangerous situation during the freeze/thaw cycle (which can occur in the course of a day) causing the soil to swell or settle and may not result in a level rigid footing. The end points of the cross bracing must be no more than 48 inches (1.3 meters) apart vertically. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Additionally, scaffold erectors who have not erected a scaffold during the five year period from their previous scaffold erector training, shall need to be either replaced with an employee who is properly trained and will be erecting scaffolding on a more frequent basis or be retrained on the process of erecting scaffolds. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. In such cases, verify that the platforms are as wide as feasible, and fall protection is provided. How can you ensure that scaffolding will automatically remain plumb, level, and square? 1.Store materials away from the edge. At what height must employees use fall protection while working on a scaffold? Check that scaffolds and scaffold components are capable of supporting, without failure, their own weight and at least 4 times their maximum intended load. d. 14 feet, What must be worn at all times while working from scaffolding? Oversight and inspections of mobile scaffolds. 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