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What is the recommended practice for carrying tools while climbing a ladder or working aloft, per dropped objects prevention guidance?

A. Tools may be carried freely if the worker has good balance
B. Hoist or lower tools separately by line in a secured container, and tether any tool in active use to the worker or harness
C. Carry tools in pockets for quick access
D. Hold all tools in one hand while climbing
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Per DROPS' official Reliable Securing terminology, what is "Primary Fixing"?
A. The method by which an item is installed, mounted and secured to prevent it falling - e.g. bolted connections, screws, pins, buckles, clips, welds
B. The exclusion zone barrier below a work area
C. The first tool used on a job
D. A backup safety wire used only in emergencies
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DROPS' Reliable Securing guidance defines THREE distinct layers of securing, not two. What are they, in order?
A. Elimination, then Substitution, then PPE
B. Primary Fixing, then Secondary Retention, then Safety Securing
C. Tethering, then Inspection, then Reporting
D. Red Zone, then Yellow Zone, then Green Zone
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