SCAFFOLDING SAFETY WELL ILLUSTRATED Giovanni arrives at a jobsite as part of a team contracted to repair ductwork. The team is given a set of scaffolding components to assemble. The scaffolding components are clearly from various manufacturers. Is it sa

SCAFFOLDING SAFETY WELL ILLUSTRATED Giovanni arrives at a jobsite as part of a team contracted to repair ductwork. The team is given a set of scaffolding components to assemble. The scaffolding components are clearly from various manufacturers. Is it safe for Giovanni and his team to use the scaffolding? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.Yes, because all scaffolding components are compatible no matter whom the manufacturer is. b.Yes, if it is determined and approved by a competent person that they are compatible and the integrity of the system is maintained. c.No, because only scaffolding components from the same manufacturer may be used. d.No, because there are two different metals being used. - correct answer.b Jose, a house painter, performs an inspection on the wooden planks of the scaffolding. He notices that there have been several large spills of paint over them. Should he use those planks? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.Yes, because there are no noticeable splits. b.Yes, because the planks are not warped. c.No, because wooden planks are never scaffold grade. d.No, because the paint could cover potential defects. - correct answer.d Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Before erecting a scaffold, the first step is to: a.Perform a site evaluation. b.Dismantle the scaffolding. c.Inspect the scaffolding for paint. d. Repair any defective scaffolding components. - correct answer.a that apply to the following statement and then click DONE. You must cordon off the area prior to erecting or dismantling scaffolds above: 1.People 2.Access ways 3.Empty parking lots 4.Equipment traffic - correct answer.1.2.4 Select the items below that must be considered when using scaffolding. Select all that apply and then click the DONE button. 1.Covered, underground power lines 2.Pedestrians in the area 3.Weight requirements of the scaffold 4.Types of activities to be performed on the scaffold - correct answer.2.3.4 For a scaffold to be safe, it must be erected: 1.Curved 2.Straight 3.Level 4. Plumb - correct answer.2.3.4 . When inspecting the surface conditions where the scaffolding will be erected, ask yourself: 1.Can the ground support the scaffolding unit? 2.Can the scaffold be erected and work be performed with a safe approach distance maintained from electrical power lines? 3.Can I use gravel to support the scaffolding? 4.Are there any unguarded openings that may affect the stability of the scaffold? - correct answer.1.2.4 All wood planks used on scaffolds should be rated what grade? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. 1.Grade A 2.Grade B 3.Scaffold Plank Grade 4. Construction Grade - correct answer.3 Any damaged or weakened scaffold part must be: 1.Immediately repaired if possible. 2.Immediately removed from service if damage cannot be repaired. 3.Clearly marked as unusable if damage cannot be repaired. 4.Used for backup in case another part fails, - correct answer.1.2.3 Select the items that are a possible concern when inspecting wood planks. Select all that apply and then click DONE. 1.Paint 2. Splits 3.Rust 4.Rot 5.Oil - correct answer.1.2.4.5 Barbara and her team erected scaffolding outside of a building earlier this week. The team has been unable to work on the project due to heavy rain over the last two days. As they return to the site to continue their work, the first step they should take is to: a. Dismantle the scaffolding. b.Use the scaffolding as is. c.Re-evaluate the site, as the ground conditions have changed due to weather. d.Add additional poles to support the scaffolding. - correct answer.c Ted performed a site evaluation for the purpose of erecting scaffolding. The ground where he needs to place the footing is dry but uneven in spots. What should Ted do? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. 1.Use gravel to fill in the uneven spots. 2.Use bricks to bring the scaffolding level. 3.Use mudsills to provide a firm foundation. 4.Use cinder blocks to level the uneven ground. - correct answer.3 The scaffold must be capable of supporting its own weight and at least how many times the maximum intended load applied to it? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.Two times b.Three times c.Four times d.Five times - correct answer.c Which would provide a more stable foundation? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.One mudsill per leg b.One continuous mudsill under both legs c.One mudsill per leg extending 6 inches beyond centerline of the pole d.Two mud sills per leg - correct answer.b Scaffolds must be erected, dismantled, moved, or altered only under the supervision of a(n) ________. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.Competent person b.Incompetent person c.Anyone d.Registered engineer - correct answer.a 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: a.2 to 1 b.3 to 1 c.4 to 1 d.5 to 1 - correct answer.c The space between adjacent planks and the space between the plank and the uprights must be no more than: a.1/2 inch b.1 inch c.1 1/2 inches d.2 inches - correct answer.b If the platform is 10 feet or less, it cannot exceed how many inches over the centerline support? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a. 6 inches b. 8 inches c.10 inches d.12 inches - correct answer.d. If the platform is over 10 feet, it cannot exceed how many inches over the centerline support? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.16 inches b.18 inches c.20 inches d.24 inches - correct answer.b On high scaffolds, all planks should be secured by being tied down with: 1.A number nine wire 2.A plank clip 3.String 4.A bungee cord - correct answer.1.2 Joel, a commercial painter, is working on a new site where he and his team will need to use scaffolding. He performed a site evaluation and is ready to erect the scaffolding. The scaffolding platform will be 32 inches from the ground. Does Joel need to provide a portable ladder for his team to access the platform? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.Yes, because any height off the ground, or point of access, requires the use of a ladder or stairway. b.Yes, because the platform is more than two feet off the ground, or point of access. c.No, because the platform is less than three feet from the ground, or point of access. d. No, because the height of the platform is easily accessed from the ground - correct answer