Conrep Flashcards
What are two booms called when used and pairs
Hatch boom and yard boom
How many booms are used in the yard and stay or Burton method
Two
What happens if you double up a whip on a yard and stay
It doubles the load capacity and reduces the winch load by half
What is the difference between a yard and stay and a double purchase yard and stay
On a double both cargo whips are doubled and runners shackled to the head of the boom
What type of hook is used with a yard and stay
Triple swivel
How do you secure the Bull line to the topping lift cleat?
Three round turns, and three figure 8
How should the topping lift wire be secured?
Three rounds and three figure eights with at least two Figure eights secured with a mousing
Where should the shackle for a bull chain be inserted
Beneath the first slack link in the chain otherwise the chain-link will be distorted
How many terms should be taken around a gypsy with a wire rope?
Four or seven
What is the best rig for handling loads beyond the capacity of a single whip
Single, swinging boom with a double purchase 
What type of rig is a block in a bit
Jury rig
What is the capacity of a block and a bight?
Slightly less than the sum of the swivel of the two whips
How are winches classified?
By types and drives
How often should winches in constant operation be lubricated
Every four hours
What signal allows a winchman to move a load at his own discretion
Rack
Which hand controls hook and winch boom for signaling
Right hand hook left-hand boom
In a rig with no moving boom what does each hand control?
Corresponding whip
What is the most common type of pallet?
Double platform type
What keeps the bridal from slipping from under a load on a pallet?
Preventers hooked at each end
How are large crates and odd shaped cargo hoisted
With slings
What type of pallet is used for small items that can be crushed
Box pallet
What is a sling
A length of wire or fiber rope with the ends spliced together
What type of sling is used with steel barrels?
A barrel sling with a spreader bar
Can a barrel sling be used with wooden barrels?
No
