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What function could increase load radius?
Swing
Which type of tower crane would have a tower top?
Hammerhead
Which type of crane would have boom hoist reeving?
Luffing tower crane
Weight added to a crane base to create additional stability which does not rotate
Ballast
An energy-absorbing device for reducing impact when a moving crane trolley reaches the end of its permitted travel.
Buffer
A structural attachment placed between a crane tower and an adjacent structure to pass loads to the adjacent structure.
Bracing
A structural attachment placed between a crane tower and an adjacent structure to pass loads to the adjacent structure.
Bracing
Ground bearing pressure is _____.
The pressure created by both the weight of the crane and load onto its outriggers.
True or false. ASME stands for “American society of mechanical engineers” and ASME B30.5 is their standard for tower cranes.
False (B30.3)
How will trolleying out affect your capacity?
It will decrease.
Unless otherwise specified, all tower crane operations must stop at a wind speed of____.
45mph
True or false. Tower cranes must be weathervaned when out of service.
True.
A tower crane that has no braces, guys, or support beams is a ____ tower crane.
freestanding
What would increase the stability of the crane?
Removing weight from a suspended load.
What does OSHA mean when they say “shall”?
You must.
A jib point is ___.
the outermost end of the load bearing jib.
A guyed rope is a _____.
wire rope which is intended to maintain a fixed distance between two points.
Slewing is another term for ___.
Swinging
True or false. Tower cranes are not permitted to pass over one another.
False.
If the operator must leave a remote control unattended they must ____.
de-energize the crane and secure the remote.
The anti-two block device or upper limit switch is a(n) _____.
Operational aid
True or false. When a safety device malfunctions, all operations must stop until an alternative measure is implemented.
False. (No alternative measure)
A ____ is an example of a safety device.
Integrally mounted check valve.
What is the purpose of a hoist line pull limiting device?
To prevent you from exceeding max line pull.
After what date will cranes be subject to several additional operational aid requirements?
November 8th, 2011
If the trolley of a tower crane contacts the trolley stops, then that primarily indicates _____.
A malfunctioning trolley travel limiting device.
What are examples of a safety device?
- boom stops
- jib stops
- travel rail clamps
- hydraulic system pressure limiting device
- trolley end stops
- deadman control
What are not considered safety devices?
- Hoist drum limiting device
- trolley travel deceleration device
- boom hoist deceleration device
The A2B or hoist upper limiting device prevents contact between the load block and the _____.
Trolley
The A2B or hoist upper limiting device prevents contact between the load block and the _____.
Trolley
True or false. You are permitted to operate a tower crane with a malfunctioning category 1 operational aid after you have implemented the proper alternative measures.
True.
Why would you continue to use a crane with a malfunctioning category 1 operational aid after 7 days have passed?
Because you implemented all necessary alternative measures and have ordered the part within the original 7 days.
A pawl is best described as a device _____.
Used to positively hold a mechanism against movement in one or more directions.
When the crane suffers a loss of power, all brakes must automatically _____.
Engage.
What should you do when a function limiting device malfunctions?
Stop work.
Who has control of the crab by virtue of lease or ownership?
Crane owner
Who controls the crane’s functions?
Operator
Who arranges the crane’s presence on a work site?
Crane user
Who is responsible for providing a crane and all necessary plotting documents?
Crane owner
Who is responsible for ensuring that cranes are not climbed when winds are in excess of 20 mph?
Lift director
Who is responsible for ensuring that the site is properly prepared for the crane?
Site supervisor
Who is responsible for ensuring that the crane operator is present during climbing operations?
Crane user
Who is responsible for verifying that unauthorized access is restricted to any hazardous area?
Site supervisor
Who is responsible for understanding and applying the information contained in the operating manual?
Crane operator
Who is responsible for ensuring that the operator is physically and mentally really fit to operate?
Crane operator
True or false. Each role listed under ASME B30.3 for responsibilities must be filled by a different individual.
False
Before leaving the crane unattended without a load, which of the following must the operator implement?
Apply every lock and brake the crane is equipped with
If power fails during operations, which of the following must the operator implement?
Apply every lock and brake the crane is equipped with
True or false. The crane operator must not engage in any practice that will divert his/her attention while actually operating the crane controls.
True.
Who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings and who is authorized to eliminate them?
Competent person
Person who by possession of a recognized certificate or professional standing demonstrated the ability to solve/resolve problems.
Qualified person
Person who possesses specialized abilities in a specific area and is assigned by the employer to perform a specific task in that area.
Designated person
Who is responsible for supplying field erection information?
Site supervisor
Who is responsible for refusing to operate the crane near power lines?
Crane operator
Who is responsible for establishing the inspection and maintenance program for the crane?
Crane owner
Generally, if your actual radius is between values on the load chart, which radius should you use?
Next longer radius
What is the approximate weight of one cubic foot of steel?
490 pounds
What is the approximate weight of one cubic yard of concrete in pounds?
4,050
Approximately how much does one cubic foot of shelled corn weigh in pounds?
45
According to a unit conversion table, what would you multiply feet by to obtain meters?
0.3048
What best defines a rated capacity?
The total weight a tower crane can lift
Net capacity is best defined as _____.
Gross capacity minus deductions
True or false. The effects of wind are already considered on load chart ratings.
False
How frequently should the wire rope be lubricated on a hammerhead tower crane?
Bi-weekly
Tag lines used to control a load near a power line must be ___.
Non-conductive
Eccentric boom tip reeving may cause ____.
Swinging of the load
Voice signals must contain how many elements?
3
When hoisting personnel, screw type shackles used in place of the hook must be ____.
Alloy anchor
True or false. When hoisting personnel, you must perform the trial lift and the prof testing of the platform as separate tasks.
False
Platforms used for hoisting personnel must have ____.
Grab rails
The proof testing of a personnel platform requires you to load it to 125% of its capacity, lower it by controlled load lowering, brake and hold it for a minimum of _____.
5 minutes
Which list of hitches is correctly ordered from weakest to strongest?
Choker, vertical, basket
What is the design factor for chain slings used in rigging?
4-1
Higher sling angle equates to ____ sling tension.
lesser
When connecting wire rope together with wire rope clips, the saddle should be on the ____.
Live end
How many broken wires are you permitted near an end connection of a pendant line?
1
Generally, as radius increases, a crane’s load rating will ____.
Decrease
The flange of a hoist drum must extend at least how far above the top layer of wire rope?
1/2”
Pendant lines/guy wires are best defined as _____.
Wire rope intended to maintain a fixed distance
What is an assist crane?
Crane used to assist in putting together another crane
What is the superstructure or upper works?
Rotating portion of a crane
True or false. When adding weight to a suspended load you must reduce the capacity by 50%.
False