CORRECT ANSWERS|| LATEST UPDATE
2024
When making a multiple crane lift, it is important for the operator to understand
that: - ANSWER The weight may increase if the other crane lands the load
If a crane is not set-up level and the operator swings a load from the high side to
the low side, the load radius will: - ANSWER Increase
Most crane manufacturers reduce load capacity for duty-cycle operations
because: - ANSWER Side loading forces may occur
On who's recommendations should a preventative maintenance program be set-
up? - ANSWER Crane manufacturer
What is the standard rope used on most cranes? - ANSWER Right regular lay
The proper way to calibrate a boom angle indicator is: - ANSWER Using a level,
raise the boom to horizontal and set the indicator at 0 degree.
The red area of an instrument gauge means: - ANSWER A dangerous condition
exists
, The best way to keep people from being injured from the counterweight of the
crane is to: - ANSWER Fence or barricade the swing area of the crane
Only approved attachments or extra counterweights made by the manufacturer
should be placed on the rear of the crane because: - ANSWER They could cause a
backward stability problem
What is the first thing an operator should do before going under a low pipe rack? -
ANSWER Post a signalperson to check clearance
When working on outriggers, the only time they should be less than fully
extended is when: - ANSWER There is a load chart for this operation
On the majority of conventional cranes, the power is transferred to the torque
converter by a: - ANSWER Master clutch
During disassembly of a long boom, the hog lines are connected at the maximum
cantilever point and the boom is slightly lifted off the ground. Which pins are to be
removed next? - ANSWER The bottom pins ahead of the cantilever point
When using load/capacity charts, what does the term 'A jib angle to ground' refer
to? - ANSWER Main boom angle minus the jibs offset
A truck crane, with outriggers properly set, is rated at what percentage of its
tipping capacity? - ANSWER 85%
On a truck crane with the outriggers extended and set, and tires touching the
ground, the operator should refer to what load chart? - ANSWER On rubber chart