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A comprehensive set of questions and answers for the contractors license general b trade practice exam #2. It covers a wide range of topics related to construction safety, including scaffolding, trenching, hazardous materials, and electrical safety. Designed to help individuals preparing for the exam by providing them with a thorough understanding of the key concepts and regulations.
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A ladder should extend a minimum of ____ above the top of a trench or excavation. 🗸🗸🗸 : 3 ' According to OSHA, shoring lumber shall be _______. 🗸🗸🗸 : select structural Cal/OSHA inspectors cannot, under most circumstances: 🗸🗸🗸 : enter a business outside of normal business hours Every employer is required to post Material Safety Data Sheets: 🗸🗸🗸 : on each job site Handrails must be installed on all open sides of a scaffold if workers are subject to falls of _____ or more. 🗸🗸🗸 : 7 1/ When boom-type equipment is in operation, how close can it be to high voltage power lines?
How should you store oily mops or rags at the job site? 🗸🗸🗸 : In a closed metal container If a Cal/OSHA inspector is coming to inspect a job site, it is best for the contractor to: 🗸🗸🗸 : personally walk through the job site and check the work In most cases, a crane cannot lift more than _____ % of its capacity. Always consult the manufacture's operations manual and all applicable codes before using a crane and never attempt to use one without being thoroughly trained and certified to operate the crane. 🗸🗸🗸 : 75 In stable oil, a trench that is _______ or deeper requires shoring. 🗸🗸🗸 : 5 Feet On a construction site, flammable liquids can be found in ______ containers. 🗸🗸🗸 : red Prior to erecting scaffolding, it is best to consult the: 🗸🗸🗸 : Construction Safety Orders
🗸🗸🗸 : #2 Douglas fir What is the minimum safe distance required for people working near high voltage power lines? 🗸🗸🗸 : 6 ' When backing up a truck at the construction site you should: 🗸🗸🗸 : sound the automatic backup alarm or bells When should you report an occupational injury on CAL/OSHA Form 5020? 🗸🗸🗸 : when medical help beyond first aid is required When welding in confined spaces, the main danger is _______. 🗸🗸🗸 : too many fumes When welding you gloves should be: 🗸🗸🗸 : made of heavy leather or hide When you are working on or near an electrical service panel what should you assume? 🗸🗸🗸 : the it is unsafe Where would you find the requirements for scaffolds?
🗸🗸🗸 : Cal/OSHA Construction Safety Orders Which is the most toxic? 🗸🗸🗸 : PVC Solvent Cements Which of the following is not an acceptable procedure during a crane operation? 🗸🗸🗸 : More than one person signaling the operator AND loads can be lifted over personnel Which of the following is true about outdoor receptacles used for power tools and equipment? 🗸🗸🗸 : They must be properly grounded Which of the following is true with regard to rolling scaffolds? 🗸🗸🗸 : All wheels must have a lock All wheels must be locked when people are on them only two wheels must be swivel type Which of the following should be done when metal scaffolding is constructed over two stories high? 🗸🗸🗸 : check that the members are tight and footing is secure Which of the following substances must be used in a ventilated area?
All blasting operations shall be conducted by an individual who holds a valid: 🗸🗸🗸 : California Blaster's License A safety belt must be worn by workers who are subject to falls of more than: 🗸🗸🗸 : 15 ' When a safety inspection is to take place, the contractors on the job are to be given ____ advance notice. 🗸🗸🗸 : no Tailgate safety sessions are to be held at least once: 🗸🗸🗸 : every 10 working days How many safety lines per person are required for a swing stage? 🗸🗸🗸 : 1 Safety lines are required on all suspended scaffolds higher than: 🗸🗸🗸 : safety lines are required at all times Handrails are required on any scaffold that rises _____or more abvove the ground. 🗸🗸🗸 : 7 - 1/2 '
What is the minimum distance required between scaffolding and high-tension power lines? 🗸🗸🗸 : 6 ' If a contractor discovers his/her workers using an unsafe scaffold, he/she must: 🗸🗸🗸 : order the employees off the scaffold until it is repaired All Scaffolding shall be at least ____ in width. 🗸🗸🗸 : 20 '' You are working on a 6' x 2-1/2' metal rolling scaffold that is 5' high. its rubber wheels rest on a surface that is five degrees from level. When it becomes time to move to a different area, you instruct a worker to move the scaffold while you are still on it. You have proceed: 🗸🗸🗸 : Incorrectly- the angle of the floor surface does not allow movement of the scaffold with workers on the platform A rolling scaffold may be moved with workers on the platform if the floor surface is within ______ of level. 🗸🗸🗸 : 3 degrees Railing should be provided on all scaffolds on which workers will be elevated _____ or more above the floor.
The guardrail on a suspended scaffold is ____ above the platform. 🗸🗸🗸 : 36 ''- 42 '' When toe boards are required on a scaffold, they must extend at least ___ above the platform. 🗸🗸🗸 : 4 '' Maximum height of pump jack scaffolding is: 🗸🗸🗸 : 30 ' Minimum width of a light trades scaffold platform less than 4ft high is: 🗸🗸🗸 : 10 ' The maximum height of horse scaffold is: 🗸🗸🗸 : 16 ' Scaffolds may be constructed of which of the following materials? 🗸🗸🗸 : Wood, steel, and aluminum The length of extended staging on a scaffold shall not exceed 12ft 6 inches, and the actual mechanical overlap between the two halves shall be not less than ______ of the length of the extended staging.
Except as specified in certain other orders, all scaffold planking shall be _______ (nominal) lumber selected for scaffold grade plank. 🗸🗸🗸 : 2 '' x 10 '' Platform planks on scaffolds must be overlap the ledgers at each end by ______. 🗸🗸🗸 : 6 '' Which of the following scaffolds is not legal? 🗸🗸🗸 : lean to Unless an employee is protected by a personal fall system, no one should be allowed to stand or perform work while on the top _____ rungs. 🗸🗸🗸 : 3 A HAZ-WOPER (hazardous waste operations) worker must have _____ hours of initial training. 🗸🗸🗸 : 40 A HAZ-WOPER (hazardous waste operations) supervisor must have an additional ____ hours of initial training and ____ hours of training every year.
What color is sprayed on the dirt or street surface to indicate that there is pipe below carrying gas/oil/steam/chemical? 🗸🗸🗸 : Yellow What color is sprayed on the dirt or street surface to indicate that there is pipe below carrying sewer/storm drain? 🗸🗸🗸 : green What color is sprayed on the dirt or street surface to indicate that there is pipe below carrying water? 🗸🗸🗸 : blue What color is sprayed on the dirt or street surface to indicate that there is pipe or cable below carrying electricity? 🗸🗸🗸 : red What color is sprayed on the dirt to outline a planned excavation? 🗸🗸🗸 : white What setting up the outriggers on a crane, the outrigger(s) should normally extend out _______ in order to stabilized the crane. 🗸🗸🗸 : the sides
The best protection against electric shock when using a portable power tool is: 🗸🗸🗸 : proper grounding Which of the following is considered the safest way to operate a fork lift? 🗸🗸🗸 : NONE Cal/OSHA regulations state that a single-cleat ladder can be no more than ______ in length. 🗸🗸🗸 : 30 ' A two piece extension ladder with an extended length of 25 feet shall overlap the two sections no less than: 🗸🗸🗸 : 3 ' An extension ladder cannot exceed ____ feet under any condition. 🗸🗸🗸 : 44 ' What is the maximum height of a portable step ladder? 🗸🗸🗸 : 20 ' When a ladder is leaned against a wall, the bottom of the ladder should be approximately ____________ away from the base of the wall.
How high can scaffolding be erected before an inspection is required? 🗸🗸🗸 : 36 ft How many workers can be on a window jack scaffold at one time? 🗸🗸🗸 : 1 A worker is injured on the job; blood is gushing from hi head. What should be done until medical help arrives? 🗸🗸🗸 : apply direct pressure to the wound Free-standing bricks shall not be stacked higher than ______ ft. 🗸🗸🗸 : 7 ' Manually handled lumber may not stacked higher than ________ ft. but if a mechanical means is used never higher than _______ ft. 🗸🗸🗸 : 16 ; 20 What is the maximum slope of a handicap access ramp? 🗸🗸🗸 : 1:
Ramps used by people who are physically disabled should have a landing every ______ inches of rise and at every change of direction? 🗸🗸🗸 : 30 '' What size landing should be at the bottom of every ramp used by people with physical disabilities? 🗸🗸🗸 : 60 '' wide and 72 '' long What size of landing should be at the top of every ramp used by the physically handicapped? 🗸🗸🗸 : 60 '' wide and 60 '' long When handrails are required on ramps or stairs used by the physically disabled, they should be mounted a minimum of ____ inches away from the wall? 🗸🗸🗸 : 1 1/2'' At what point must an employer provide shade for his employees when working outdoors? 🗸🗸🗸 : 85 degrees During hot days, shade that can accommodate at least ___ of workers currently on the clock must be provided at all times. 🗸🗸🗸 : 25%