NCCCO Overhead Crane Operator
Exam Review Guide Questions and
Answers2
Top-Running Bridge Crane - ANSWERS-Rails mounted on top of beams, best for heavy loads.
Underhung (Under-running) Crane - ANSWERS-Suspended from beams, best for tight spaces.
Monorail Crane - ANSWERS-Single beam trolley, best for assembly lines.
Bridge - ANSWERS-Moves horizontally on runway.
Runway - ANSWERS-Supports bridge movement.
Trolley - ANSWERS-Carries hoist across bridge.
Hoist - ANSWERS-Lifting mechanism (motor + drum + rope/chain).
End Trucks - ANSWERS-Wheel assemblies for bridge travel.
Controls - ANSWERS-Pendant, cab, or wireless.
OSHA 1910.179 - ANSWERS-Safety standard requiring daily inspections, no side pulls, trained
operators only.
Exam Review Guide Questions and
Answers2
Top-Running Bridge Crane - ANSWERS-Rails mounted on top of beams, best for heavy loads.
Underhung (Under-running) Crane - ANSWERS-Suspended from beams, best for tight spaces.
Monorail Crane - ANSWERS-Single beam trolley, best for assembly lines.
Bridge - ANSWERS-Moves horizontally on runway.
Runway - ANSWERS-Supports bridge movement.
Trolley - ANSWERS-Carries hoist across bridge.
Hoist - ANSWERS-Lifting mechanism (motor + drum + rope/chain).
End Trucks - ANSWERS-Wheel assemblies for bridge travel.
Controls - ANSWERS-Pendant, cab, or wireless.
OSHA 1910.179 - ANSWERS-Safety standard requiring daily inspections, no side pulls, trained
operators only.