OSHA 30 Module 13 Struck By Hazard
Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Correct & Verified
What is a struck-by hazard?
A. A hazard caused by falling materials
✔✔B. A hazard where an object strikes a worker
C. A hazard caused by extreme weather conditions
D. A hazard from electrical shock
Which of the following is the most common source of struck-by injuries?
✔✔A. Falling objects
B. Slips and falls
C. Electrical hazards
D. Repetitive motion
When should employees wear hard hats?
A. Only during lunch breaks
✔✔B. When working under overhead work or near falling objects
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,C. When operating machinery
D. During breaks in confined spaces
What is one of the most effective ways to protect workers from struck-by hazards?
✔✔A. Installing overhead shields or barriers
B. Allowing workers to choose their PPE
C. Limiting work hours
D. Encouraging workers to work quickly
Which of the following is a key factor in preventing struck-by hazards in a construction zone?
A. Properly marked walkways
B. Supervising workers more effectively
✔✔C. Securing materials and tools
D. Encouraging workers to wear bright clothing
What is a common struck-by hazard in road construction areas?
A. Dust and debris
✔✔B. Vehicles and equipment
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, C. Poor lighting
D. Wet surfaces
When are workers most at risk for struck-by hazards?
A. During their lunch break
✔✔B. When working below other workers or near heavy machinery
C. When walking to the job site
D. When working in indoor office settings
How should materials be stored to reduce the risk of being struck by them?
A. In piles scattered throughout the work area
✔✔B. In a secure, stable, and organized manner
C. Near walkways for easy access
D. Directly above workers’ heads
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for preventing struck-by injuries?
A. Earplugs
✔✔B. Hard hats
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Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Correct & Verified
What is a struck-by hazard?
A. A hazard caused by falling materials
✔✔B. A hazard where an object strikes a worker
C. A hazard caused by extreme weather conditions
D. A hazard from electrical shock
Which of the following is the most common source of struck-by injuries?
✔✔A. Falling objects
B. Slips and falls
C. Electrical hazards
D. Repetitive motion
When should employees wear hard hats?
A. Only during lunch breaks
✔✔B. When working under overhead work or near falling objects
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,C. When operating machinery
D. During breaks in confined spaces
What is one of the most effective ways to protect workers from struck-by hazards?
✔✔A. Installing overhead shields or barriers
B. Allowing workers to choose their PPE
C. Limiting work hours
D. Encouraging workers to work quickly
Which of the following is a key factor in preventing struck-by hazards in a construction zone?
A. Properly marked walkways
B. Supervising workers more effectively
✔✔C. Securing materials and tools
D. Encouraging workers to wear bright clothing
What is a common struck-by hazard in road construction areas?
A. Dust and debris
✔✔B. Vehicles and equipment
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, C. Poor lighting
D. Wet surfaces
When are workers most at risk for struck-by hazards?
A. During their lunch break
✔✔B. When working below other workers or near heavy machinery
C. When walking to the job site
D. When working in indoor office settings
How should materials be stored to reduce the risk of being struck by them?
A. In piles scattered throughout the work area
✔✔B. In a secure, stable, and organized manner
C. Near walkways for easy access
D. Directly above workers’ heads
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for preventing struck-by injuries?
A. Earplugs
✔✔B. Hard hats
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