Question

ball and socket connectors are used to attach conductor stringing blocks to insulators on the arms of 90 - foot metal towers of electrical transmission lines. normally stainless steel cotter keys secure the ball and socket connector in place. in this case, however, black electrical tape was wrapped around the socket to keep the ball in place rather than a cotter key. the tape apparently stretched and the ball came loose, dropping the stringing block approximately 90 feet onto the head of an employee below, one of a four - man erection crew. what should be recommended to prevent this accident from happening again? select the 2 answer options that apply. rigging and equipment must be inspected regularly and maintained in safe operating condition as required by general provisions of oshas construction. employees must be instructed to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions and be made aware of regulations which apply to the work and the work area to eliminate safety and health hazards as required in the safety training and education section of oshas construction safety standards.

Explanation:

The accident occurred due to improper use of electrical tape instead of a cotter - key and lack of proper inspection. Regular inspection and maintenance of rigging and equipment can catch such issues early. Also, employees need to be aware of safety regulations to avoid unsafe conditions.

Answer:

• Rigging and equipment must be inspected regularly and maintained in safe operating condition as required by general provisions of OSHA's construction.
• Employees must be instructed to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions and be made aware of regulations which apply to the work and the work area to eliminate safety and health hazards as required in the safety training and education section of OSHA's construction safety standards.