Personal Protective Equipment Flashcards

What ANSI/ISEA class of high-visibility vest is required for flaggers working on federal-aid highway projects?

Answer: Class 3

Class 3 high-visibility safety apparel provides the highest level of visibility and is required for flaggers on federal-aid highways.

Which color is NOT approved for high-visibility safety vests worn by California flaggers?

Answer: Solid navy blue

Navy blue does not meet ANSI/ISEA 107 standards for high-visibility apparel because it lacks the required fluorescent and retroreflective properties.

When must a flagger wear a hard hat in a work zone?

Answer: Whenever there is overhead hazard or falling object risk

Hard hats are required whenever there is a risk of overhead hazards, such as falling debris or objects from construction activity.

A flagger's safety vest has faded and the fluorescent material is no longer bright. What should the flagger do?

Answer: Replace it with a compliant high-visibility vest

PPE that no longer meets visibility standards must be replaced immediately, as faded material fails to provide adequate protection.

Which type of glove is most appropriate for a flagger directing traffic in a work zone?

Answer: High-visibility or brightly colored work gloves

High-visibility gloves improve the flagger's hand signals to motorists and also protect against minor hazards.

What is the primary purpose of retroreflective material on a flagger's vest?

Answer: To make the flagger visible to drivers at night or in low-light conditions

Retroreflective material reflects vehicle headlights back toward the driver, making the flagger visible during nighttime or low-visibility conditions.

If a flagger is working near loud equipment exceeding 85 dB, what PPE is required under Cal/OSHA regulations?

Answer: Hearing protection such as earplugs or earmuffs

Cal/OSHA requires hearing protection when noise levels reach or exceed 85 dB as an 8-hour time-weighted average.