At what height must fall protection be provided for employees working on a construction site according to OSHA standards?
Correct Answer
A) 6 feet
OSHA requires fall protection for employees working at heights of 6 feet or more above a lower level. This is the standard trigger height for construction activities.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(1) specifically requires fall protection for employees working on walking/working surfaces with unprotected sides and edges that are 6 feet or more above the lower level. This 6-foot trigger height is the fundamental threshold that applies to most construction activities including roofing, scaffolding, and general construction work. The standard was established based on injury data showing that falls from 6 feet or higher pose significant risk of serious injury or death.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option C: 8 feet
4 feet is too low and not the OSHA standard trigger height for general construction fall protection requirements.
Option D: 4 feet
10 feet is far above the OSHA standard and would leave workers exposed to significant fall hazards in the 6-10 foot range.
Memory Technique
Think 'SIX FEET SAFE' - the number six looks like a hook (fall protection hook), and 6 feet is about the height of a tall person, making it easy to visualize the danger zone.
Reference Hint
OSHA Construction Standards 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M - Fall Protection, specifically section 1926.501(b)(1)
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