GENERAL CRANE SAFETY CERTIFICATION
TEST PAPER 2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
● What type of crane is similar to an overhead crane, except that the
bridge is supported on two or more legs running on fixed rails or other
runway?
a.Tower crane
b. Helicopter crane
c.Locomotive crane
d.Gantry crane. Answer: d
● What type of crane is used in situations where the ground or terrain
would not be suitable for placing a crane or in areas that are not
accessible to other types of cranes?
a.Tower crane
b.Helicopter crane
c. Wheel-mounted crane
,d.Crawler crane. Answer: b
● What are factors to consider when selecting the right crane for the
job?
1.Maximum lifting capacity
2.Lifting height and reach ranges that are needed
3.Whether crane height adjustability is a requirement
4. Is the crane easy to use. Answer: 1.2.3
● Which of the following statements are true concerning accidents
involving cranes?
1.Human error is the most common cause.
2.Mechanical failure is the most common cause.
3.The majority of deaths occur to the crane operator.
4.Contact with power lines is a common crane accident.. Answer: 1.4
, ● What are common causes of crane accidents?
1.Upsetting or overturning the crane
2.Overloading the crane
3.Striking a flying aircraft
4.Being struck by a moving load or falling objects. Answer: 1.2.4
● Of the choices below, which are common and serious OSHA
violations involving cranes?
1.Not wearing a hard hat in the work area
2. Failure to comply with manufacturer's specifications and limitations
for the operation of the crane
3.Using cranes that do not meet applicable ANSI requirements
4.Failure to perform proper equipment inspections. Answer: 2.3.4
● Who has a responsibility to understand crane hazards and safety so
that accidents can be prevented?
1.Only the supervisor on site
TEST PAPER 2026 FULL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
● What type of crane is similar to an overhead crane, except that the
bridge is supported on two or more legs running on fixed rails or other
runway?
a.Tower crane
b. Helicopter crane
c.Locomotive crane
d.Gantry crane. Answer: d
● What type of crane is used in situations where the ground or terrain
would not be suitable for placing a crane or in areas that are not
accessible to other types of cranes?
a.Tower crane
b.Helicopter crane
c. Wheel-mounted crane
,d.Crawler crane. Answer: b
● What are factors to consider when selecting the right crane for the
job?
1.Maximum lifting capacity
2.Lifting height and reach ranges that are needed
3.Whether crane height adjustability is a requirement
4. Is the crane easy to use. Answer: 1.2.3
● Which of the following statements are true concerning accidents
involving cranes?
1.Human error is the most common cause.
2.Mechanical failure is the most common cause.
3.The majority of deaths occur to the crane operator.
4.Contact with power lines is a common crane accident.. Answer: 1.4
, ● What are common causes of crane accidents?
1.Upsetting or overturning the crane
2.Overloading the crane
3.Striking a flying aircraft
4.Being struck by a moving load or falling objects. Answer: 1.2.4
● Of the choices below, which are common and serious OSHA
violations involving cranes?
1.Not wearing a hard hat in the work area
2. Failure to comply with manufacturer's specifications and limitations
for the operation of the crane
3.Using cranes that do not meet applicable ANSI requirements
4.Failure to perform proper equipment inspections. Answer: 2.3.4
● Who has a responsibility to understand crane hazards and safety so
that accidents can be prevented?
1.Only the supervisor on site
