Unit 4

Question 1

What conditions must be met when using an eye bolt for a lift with less than 90• load angle?

Answer 1

Eye turned so in line with sling, has shoulder, & be flush with the surface of the load

Question 2

How many rope diameters apart should Crosby clips be place?

Answer 2

Equal to six times the diameter of the rope

Question 3

What is the minimum number of crosby clips required on a 5/8 diameter rope & for hoisting applications?

Answer 3

3

Question 4

What is the advantage gained using a spreader bar when hoisting?

Answer 4

Eliminates hazards like sliding, tipping or bending

Question 5

What should be stamped in a forged alloy steel hook

Answer 5

WLL

Question 6

What is the name of a U-shaped metal hoisting device with their ends drilled to receive a pin or bolt?

Answer 6

Shackle

Question 7

What may be used to safely control a load while being hoisted?

Answer 7

Tag lines

Question 8

What part of a chain hoist will show signs of having been overloaded?

Answer 8

Hook

Question 9

What is the proper method of installing a wire rope clip? (Crosby clip)

Answer 9

Apply saddle to live end

Question 10

What is a good rigging practice to keep the shackle centered when hoisting?

Answer 10

Pack the pin with washers to centralize the shackle