California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo Scaffolding Essay

Questions

1. Which of these options is NOT a means for securing a cross-brace to scaffolding? a. Slide Lock w/ bolt b. Stud & Wing Nut c. Slide-lock w/ stud d. Slip Joint Connection
2. Under OSHA guidelines, Scaffolding is covered under Fall Protection. a. True, Scaffolding can be found in Subpart M 1926.500 b. True, Scaffolding can be found in Subpart L 1926.451(g)(2) c. False, Scaffolding can be found in Subpart 1926.500(a)(i) d. False, Scaffolding can be found in Subpart L 1926.451(g)(2)
3. Which of these specifications is NOT correct regarding scaffold loading? a. Light-duty –for people and tools but not material b. Medium-duty –for people, tools 7 material (often used for brick work) c. Heavy-duty – 75 lb/sqft, for people, tools, materials (often used for stone work) d. Standard-duty – 60 lb/sqft, for people, tools, and small equipment like saws & mixers
4. Which of these is not a standard component of tube & clamp scaffolding? a. Wall Anchor b. Cross Brace c. Plank d. Frame
5. Which of these options is NOT an advantage of tube & clamp scaffolding? a. Work places having irregular shapes and contours b. Structures with multiple protrusions such as walking platforms & circular stairs c. Cost & simplicity of configuration d. Customization of configuration and access
6. Per OSHA 1926.451©(2)(ii), which of these options is NOT a possibility to support scaffold? a. “unstable objects” b. “weak or delicate soils” c. “surfaces prone to movement or vibration” d. “structures with uneven or sloped surfaces”
7. Which of these materials is NOT suitable for scaffold planking? a. Douglas Fir b. Southern Pine c. Polycarbonate deck (plastics ledgers) d. Aluminum deck