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How does COSWP define a "hazard"?

Q: How does COSWP define a "hazard"?

A source of potential injury, harm, or damage A hazard is the source of potential harm (e.g. an unprotected edge, a wet deck); the risk is the likelihood and severity of that harm actually occurring, given exposure and existing controls.

A. A source of potential injury, harm, or damage

B. Any task requiring a permit to work

C. Only events that have previously caused an accident

D. Any piece of equipment over 2 metres tall

Why is double (twin-leg) lanyard PPE specifically useful for height work that involves moving between fixed structures, e.g. along a mast or scaffold run?

A. It looks more visible to the deck observer

B. It halves the load on each anchor point

C. It allows one leg to remain attached while the other is repositioned, maintaining continuous fall protection

D. It is required only for night work

What is a key limitation of PPE as a safety control, compared with elimination or engineering controls?

A. PPE cannot be inspected before use

B. PPE is always more expensive than other controls

C. PPE is banned under MLC 2006

D. PPE's effectiveness depends on correct fit, condition, training, and consistent human behaviour

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