Common HazardsQuestion 19 of 100
What are the 'Focus Four' hazards responsible for most construction deaths?
a.Noise, dust, heat, and cold
b.Slips, trips, cuts, and bruises
c.Falls, struck-by, caught-in/between, and electrocution
d.Fire, flood, wind, and earthquake
Explanation
OSHA's Focus Four are falls, struck-by, caught-in/between, and electrocution hazards. These four categories account for the majority of construction fatalities each year. Training emphasizes recognizing and controlling each of them.
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