1. Consider the common practice of tethering tools used on scaffolds and elevated platforms to prevent them from falling. Attaching a tether to a railing of a guardrail is not recommended by the companies that make guardrails. Why do you think they object to this use of their railing? (Hint: Laws of energy conservation and conservation of momentum.)
2. Explain what is meant by acclimatization. How would you apply this concept to a crew of temporary summer construction employees?
3. Suppose you are at a gas station pumping gas into your car. You see another customer filling his car while smoking a cigarette. What information would you need to know in order to assess the risk of the cigarette starting a fire?
Your response must be at least 75 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.