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Rigging 8
Cranes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1. The operation of a ___ to lift and move a load involves many different rigging and lifting principles, including weight and balance, sling hitches, capacity ratings, safety factors, proper attachment selection, and hoist operation | crane |
| 2. Cranes are broadly classified into two major types. What are these two broad classifications | fixed and mobile |
| 3. ___ cranes are permanently installed and are intended for long-term use. ___ cranes can be brought to a job site temporarily for a relatively small number of lifts | fixes, mobile |
| 4. The __ is directly responsible for the safe operation of the crane. | crane operator |
| 5. Crane operators must adhere to safety rules and practices as outlined in applicable and current __ and ___ standard | ANSI, OSHA |
| 6. ___ are in charge of determining the appropriate rigging type, calculating weights and capacities, and selecting the proper equipment. | rigging personel |
| 7. It is permissible for a crane to pull a load at a short angle(drag) to align the load for a vertical pull True/False | False |
| 8. The ___ Standard includes a set of standard hand signals to indicate various crane operations | ANSI B30.5 |
| 9. Only a ___ and ___ individual should give hand signals because the wrong signal may result in damage to materials or serious injury to individuals working near the crane | experienced, designated |
| 10. The operator takes signals only from the designated assistant. The only exception tot his rule is that the operator must obey a stop signal from anyone at all times. True/ False | True |
| 11. A __ is an industrial crane composed of a bridge beam supported on legs | gantry |
| 12. In some applications, hoist or crane operators must be certified for each type of equipment to be operated. Certification may involve both classroom instruction and field training True/False | True |
| 13. A ___ is an industrial crane that is composed of a bridge beam assembly that travels along a pair of overhead beams | overhead crane |
| 14. Due to its cantilevered design, a __ is more vulnerable to overloading or damage | jib crane |
| 15. Mobile cranes are composed of __ and ___ | crane assemblies, vehicle platforms |
| 16. A ___ is an extendable support structure that increases a crane's footprint in order to improve stability | out rigger |
| 17. The two most common types of cranes on mobile platforms are ___ cranes and ___ cranes | telescopic-boom, lattice-boom |
| 18. The inspection of a crane to ensure proper operation and safety falls roughly into what three general areas | platform, hoist positioning components, hoist |
| 19. Crane operators, assistants, or other personnel involved in lift should be ___ for any problems with any of the equipments, both before and during a lift | alert |