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KWilfred

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on: Jul 26, 2018
What is a caisson? What is a cofferdam?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What are the required topics for a ladder training program?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


verrinzo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A caisson is an airtight and watertight structure in which construction work can be done underground or underwater.
A cofferdam is a watertight enclosure that can be pumped dry so that construction activities, such as the construction of piers can take place.

Answer to Question 2

The training must cover all of the following topics:
 Identifying fall hazards relating to stairs and ladders
 Erecting, maintaining, and disassembling fall protection systems
 Safe construction, placement, use, and care of stairs and ladders
 Maximum load capacities of ladders
 Contents of 29 CFR 1926, Subpart X relating to stairs and ladders


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