Common HazardsQuestion 23 of 100
What is the primary purpose of a competent person on a construction site?
a.To manage payroll
b.To identify hazards and have authority to correct them promptly
c.To greet visitors
d.To order lunch for the crew
Explanation
A competent person is someone capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and who has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures. OSHA requires a competent person for many activities, such as scaffolding, excavation, and fall protection. Their authority to act is a defining feature of the role.
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