OSHA 30-Material Handling
Select the 7 safe lifting considerations
- Weight of the object - Location (position of load) - Frequency of lifts - Stability of the Load - Size of material and hand grip - Avoidance of twisting and stooping - Other environmental factors
A clean and organized job site is a key component of a safe jobsite. Clean up must occur routinely during the day and not just at the end of the work shift, Work areas shall be inspected ___ for adequate housekeeping.
Daily
The forklift operator should know weight of materials to be moved, limitation of equipment and load capacity chart. The operator should also ensure that:
Surfaces are level, free of hazard, and designed to withstand load
The forklift operator should know weight of material to be moved, limitations of equipment and load capacity chart. The operator should also ensure that:
Surfaces are level, free of hazards, and designed to withstand loads
Conveyor systems present many hazards when in operation. However, when shut down for maintenance, what is especially important?
Lockout and tagout the system
Before starting work, precent accidents by:
Looking for hazards in pathway, determining weight/ stability of load, ensuring level, clean, available set-down point
Never allow materials, supplies, or obstructions to block?
An access route & an egress route
Stairs, ladders, or ramps are required at an elevation break of __ or more.
19 in
Lumbar must not be stacked any higher than:
20 ft with mechanical equipment and 16 ft when stacked manually
Light duty ladders have a maximum weight limit of :
200 lb
The climbing side of a fixed ladder must be at least ___ inches from any other side
30
Heavy duty, industrial type 1A ladder have a _ pound weight limitation
300
Unprotected sided and edges are where there are no rail system in place at a height of _ inches or higher
36
Position the ladder correctly, using the __ rule
4 to 1
The maximum length of a double section ladder is:
48
Structural steel, poles, pipe, bar stock, and other cylindrical materials, unless racked, shall be stacked and blocked so as to prevent spreading or tilting. Pipe, unless racked, shall not be stacked higher than
5 ft
Stairs should be installed b/w 30 degrees and:
50 degrees
Fixed ladders 24 ft or higher must be equipped with:
A cage. Self retracting lifeline, rest platform
The person responsible for giving line of site communication to the crane operator is called a:
A crane signal person
Which of the following are forklift rules of the road?
All of the above
Common injuries resulting from handling materials include:
Back injuries, crushing injuries, cuts, and lacerations
Effective safe work procedures are required:
Because they help prevent injuries and incidents from occurring
When you can't avoiding lifting or carrying, which if these should you do?
Break load into smaller pieces, keep load close to your body, move slowly and maintain a clear line of vision
The person responsible for give line of site communication to the crane operator is called a ____.
Crane Signal Person
When inspecting a wire rope sling, you find that 7 wires in 1 strand are broken. What should you do?
Do not use the sling and dispose of the sling.
Which ladder system allows for two way traffic up and down?
Double cleated
The signal person on a crane is responsible for:
Ensuring that all personnel are a safe distance away and communicating their intentions before signaling the crane to move
As a rule, grab hooks, spread bars, or any other rigging attachments should have a lifting capacity ___ of the sling being used.
Equal to or greater than that
It's generally ok to carry materials while going up or down a ladder:
False
Rungs of straight ladders shouldn't need to be skid resistant
False
Under Federal OSHA, it's ok to use the top two steps of a stepladder
False
To transport or lift materials with a crane; slings, chains, grabs, shackles, and/or ropes are considered part of the :
Lifting system
You must move a heavy compressed gas cylinder about 50 ft. There is no cart, or dolly, nor any lifting equipment. What should you do?
Get help, use the two man lift and carry
Overexertion is the #1 cause of workplace injuries. Overexertion is caused by exerting excessive effort of force when:
Holding, carrying, throwing, lifting, pushing, or pulling
Synthetic slings should be inspected by a competent person for abnormal wear, powdered fiber between strands broken or cut fibers and much more. What should also be permanently affixed to the sling?
ID tag stating size, grade rated capacity and manufacturer
Utilizing an effective "safe lift" plan for all crane activities will:
Identify critical elements for planning and document actions taken to ensure a safe lift
Each of the following is true of temporary stairs EXCEPT:
Lighting is not necessary
Which of the following must be provided when the length of climb of a fixed ladder exceeds 24 ft:
Ladder section offset from adjacent sections, landing platforms every 50 ft or less, cage or well provided
Communication is key to working safely on a jobsite. Which of the following is the best way to ensure you have effectively communicated?
Make verbal contact and follow up with a verbal or visual acknowledgement that all was understood
The crane operator
Must be trained, experienced and certifies to operate their crane
___ use a stepladder as a straight ladder
Never
The top section of an extension on a straight ladder should:
No be used by itself
Ladders must be inspected
On a periodic basis, prior to use, after any use
Which of the following are common causes of material handling injuries?
Overexertion, incorrect or over lifting, dropped and falling objects
Which of the following is a forklift rule of the road?
Pedestrians always have the right of way, drive slowly with eyes on the road, no riders unless equipped with approved seat
When using hand trucks, dollies, or carts:
Place heavy objects on bottom & maintain clear line of vision
Common ladder materials include each of the following except
Plastic
Inspect your forklift and read instruction:
Prior to use
Inspect your forklift and read instructions:
Prior to use
Prior to disposal of waste material you must determine the proper method of disposal and PPE. Always consult the __ for all materials prior to disposal to ensure the proper disposal methods and PPE are being considered.
Safety Data Sheet or SDS
Many of the hazards involve in material handling are common and very predictable. Hazards can be found in both handling and storing materials. Improper storage hazards include which of the following?
Stacked
When debris cannot be handled by chutes, the material may be dropped into a designated area. What is needed if this is done?
The drop zone must enclosed with barricades, warning signs shall be posted at all debris landing areas, and warning signs shall be posted at each level to falling debris
Evaluate the route over which material will have to be transported and the storage location. Consider the load capacity of flooring, location of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers exits, sprinklers. What else?
The ease of loading/unloading and general access and egress. The compatibility of materials and other activity in the immediate area, and ensure ventilation is adequate by reviewing the intake and exhaust locations.
The standard ladder configuration is called "single cleat
True
Toeboards should be installed around floor openings, landing, and stairwells to prevent material and tools from falling to lower levels
True
Do not extend your body beyond the rails of a ladder
True
Metal fixed ladders must be painted to resist corrosion
True
Rated loaded capacity refers to the total weight the ladder can sustain
True
Modern ladders are so well-made that safety and inspection are rarely a concern
false
To lift loads safely, you should bend your body at the
knees
The combined weight of people and equipment on a ladder is called the "maximum intended load"
true
You must tag a damaged ladder "do not use" and remove it from the work area
true
