GUARANTEED ACCURATE
ANSWERS
What is the correct method of mounting/ dismounting the machine? -
ACCURATE ANSWERS✔✔ Using handholds and steps provided,
using 3 points of contact facing the machine.
List 5 checks that must be made to the tracks and running gear during a
pre-operational check - ACCURATE ANSWERS✔✔ Drive sprockets in
good condition and secure, track plates undamaged, top and bottom
rollers move freely with no flat spots or leaks, idlers rotate and are in
good condition, track tension suitable for ground conditions, hydraulic
motors and pipes in good condition and leak free, tracks clear of lose
debris.
At what intervals should your excavator be greased/ lubricated? -
ACCURATE ANSWERS✔✔ As stated in the excavator operation and
maintenance manual
What must the operator ensure when changing an attachment using a
manual or semi-automatic quick hitch system and why? - ACCURATE
ANSWERS✔✔ That the safety pin is replaced and secured, to ensure
that the attachment does not accidentally disconnect
, Why should an operator not work "across the tracks" of the excavator at
full radius? - ACCURATE ANSWERS✔✔ The excavator could become
unstable leading to the machine tipping over
When excavating, how far from the excavation should the spoil be
placed?
a) A distance equal to the depth of the excavation from the side of the
excavation but no less than 1 metre
b) As close as possible from the edge of the excavation
c) At full radius of the excavators working area - ACCURATE
ANSWERS✔✔ a) A distance equal to the depth of the excavation from
the side of the excavation but no less than 1 metre
Where should the driver sprockets be when travelling the excavator
across site?
a) At the front of the excavator when travelling
b) It does not matter
c) At the rear of the excavator when travelling - ACCURATE
ANSWERS✔✔ c) At the rear of the excavator when travelling
The pre-operational checks of the excavator are the responsibility of:
a) The operator
b) The site manager
c) The fitter/ service team - ACCURATE ANSWERS✔✔ a) The
operator