OSHA 10: Walking Working Surfaces
Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Correct & Verified
Why is it important to keep walkways free of clutter?
✔✔To reduce the risk of trips and falls
What should be done if a spill is found on a walkway?
✔✔Clean it up immediately or mark it with a warning sign
Why must ladders be inspected before use?
✔✔To ensure they are safe and free of defects
What is the safest way to carry tools when climbing a ladder?
✔✔Use a tool belt to keep both hands free
Why should handrails be used on stairways?
✔✔To provide stability and prevent falls
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,What should be done if a walking surface is damaged or uneven?
✔✔Report it and avoid using the area until repaired
Why is proper lighting important on walking-working surfaces?
✔✔To improve visibility and prevent accidents
What is the purpose of guardrails on elevated surfaces?
✔✔To prevent falls from heights
Why should wet floors be marked with warning signs?
✔✔To alert others and prevent slipping accidents
What is the correct way to use a step ladder?
✔✔Face the ladder and maintain three points of contact
Why is it unsafe to stand on the top step of a ladder?
✔✔It increases the risk of losing balance and falling
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, What is the purpose of safety nets on elevated work areas?
✔✔To catch workers in case of a fall
Why should cords and cables not be placed across walkways?
✔✔To prevent tripping hazards
What should be done if a guardrail is found to be loose or damaged?
✔✔Report it immediately and avoid the area until repaired
Why is it important to wear proper footwear on walking-working surfaces?
✔✔To prevent slips and falls, especially on slippery surfaces
What is the best way to store ladders when not in use?
✔✔Lay them flat or secure them to prevent tipping
Why should holes or openings on walking surfaces be covered or guarded?
✔✔To prevent people from accidentally stepping into them
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Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Correct & Verified
Why is it important to keep walkways free of clutter?
✔✔To reduce the risk of trips and falls
What should be done if a spill is found on a walkway?
✔✔Clean it up immediately or mark it with a warning sign
Why must ladders be inspected before use?
✔✔To ensure they are safe and free of defects
What is the safest way to carry tools when climbing a ladder?
✔✔Use a tool belt to keep both hands free
Why should handrails be used on stairways?
✔✔To provide stability and prevent falls
1
,What should be done if a walking surface is damaged or uneven?
✔✔Report it and avoid using the area until repaired
Why is proper lighting important on walking-working surfaces?
✔✔To improve visibility and prevent accidents
What is the purpose of guardrails on elevated surfaces?
✔✔To prevent falls from heights
Why should wet floors be marked with warning signs?
✔✔To alert others and prevent slipping accidents
What is the correct way to use a step ladder?
✔✔Face the ladder and maintain three points of contact
Why is it unsafe to stand on the top step of a ladder?
✔✔It increases the risk of losing balance and falling
2
, What is the purpose of safety nets on elevated work areas?
✔✔To catch workers in case of a fall
Why should cords and cables not be placed across walkways?
✔✔To prevent tripping hazards
What should be done if a guardrail is found to be loose or damaged?
✔✔Report it immediately and avoid the area until repaired
Why is it important to wear proper footwear on walking-working surfaces?
✔✔To prevent slips and falls, especially on slippery surfaces
What is the best way to store ladders when not in use?
✔✔Lay them flat or secure them to prevent tipping
Why should holes or openings on walking surfaces be covered or guarded?
✔✔To prevent people from accidentally stepping into them
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