6.A: Chapter 6 Review Questions
Complete as directed.
Fill in the Blanks:
1. Maximum safe load limit for floors must be posted in all buildings and structures and in the appropriate storage areas. The safe limits must be listed in ________ for all floors except those located on grade.
2. Materials stored inside of buildings under construction shall not be placed within ________ feet of any hoist way or inside floor openings. Such materials shall also be kept at least ________ feet from an exterior wall which does not extend above the top of the material stored.
3. Unless materials are for immediate use, materials shall not be stored on ________ or ________ .
4. When masonry blocks are stored in stacks higher than ________ feet, the stacks shall be tapered back one-half tier above this level.
5. ________ and ________ must be kept clear to provide for ready access and safe movement of material handling equipment or employees.
6. Rigging equipment for material handling shall be ________ prior to use on each shift and as necessary during its use to ensure that it is safe. Defective rigging equipment shall not be used.
7. If the type of installation requires that special hooks, grabs, clamps, etc. must be used, they shall be marked to indicate their maximum safe working loads and they shall be proof-tested prior to their use to ________ of their rated load.
8. ________ is the only permissible method for attaching end fittings to synthetic webbing and to form eyes in the webbing.
Multiple Choice:
9. When lumber is stored, which of the following conditions shall be followed:
a. ________ All nails shall first be removed.
b. ________ It must be stacked on level and solidly supported sills.
c. ________ It must be stable and self-supporting.
d. ________ The piles must not exceed 20 feet provided the lumber to be handled manually, does not exceed 16 feet.
e. ________ All of the above.
True or False:
10. T or F
Materials stored in tiers shall be stacked, racked, blocked, interlocked or otherwise secured to prevent sliding, falling or collapse.