SafetyQuestion 335 of 360
A worker will descend into a deep sewer manhole. What retrieval equipment does Cal/OSHA generally require to aid non-entry rescue?
a.A rope tied loosely around the waist
b.A full-body harness with a retrieval line connected to a mechanical device or tripod at the opening
c.A ladder only, with no harness
d.A cell phone in the worker's pocket
Explanation
Under Title 8 §5157, each authorized entrant in a permit space must use a full-body harness with a retrieval line attached, and vertical spaces more than 5 feet deep generally require a mechanical retrieval device (such as a tripod and winch) at the entry. This lets the attendant pull the entrant out without entering. A waist rope alone can cause injury and does not allow controlled lifting.
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