SPECIAL RIGGERS TEST BANK ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED RESPONSES
FULL SOLUTION
⩥ What is the consequence of side loading on rigging hardware?
Answer: It can lead to failure of the hardware.
⩥ What is the torque specification for a hoist ring?
Answer: It must be torqued to the manufacturer's specifications.
⩥ What should be avoided when using wire rope clips?
Answer: Do NOT use them to fabricate slings or drag them on abrasive
surfaces.
⩥ Where should the saddle be placed when using U-bolt clips?
Answer: On the live end of the wire rope.
⩥ What is the recommended action after loading a wire rope clip?
Answer: Retighten to the torque recommended by the manufacturer.
⩥ What should be ensured when using wedge sockets?
Answer: The live end of the wire rope must align with the socket's pin.
,⩥ What is the maximum included angle for multiple slings collected in a
link or ring?
Answer: 120°.
⩥ What is the purpose of swivels in rigging?
Answer: Swivels are used for in-line loads and positioning hardware.
⩥ What should be done to ensure safety when using rigging blocks?
Answer: Ensure personnel stand clear of the suspended load and rigging
under tension.
⩥ What is the minimum sheave pitch diameter for rigging blocks?
Answer: 6 to 1.
⩥ What temperature limits should be observed for load indicating
devices?
Answer: Do NOT use above 104° F or below 14° F without consulting
the manufacturer.
⩥ What are the basic types of hooks used in rigging?
Answer: Self-Closing and Self-Locking hooks.
, ⩥ What must the design factor of a hook be equal to?
Answer: At least equal to those of the equipment or system it is part of.
⩥ How often should a visual inspection of hooks be performed under
normal service?
Answer: Monthly.
⩥ What is required for periodic hook inspections?
Answer: Complete inspection with written records.
⩥ What is the frequency for periodic inspections under severe service?
Answer: Quarterly.
⩥ What should be done to protect anchor points from damage?
Answer: Use protectors or softeners.
⩥ What is the recommended action regarding pinch points during
hoisting?
Answer: Care must be taken to avoid pinch points.
⩥ What is the purpose of using spacers with hoist rings?
Answer: Spacers shall NOT be used; the bushing flange must fully
contact the load surface.
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED RESPONSES
FULL SOLUTION
⩥ What is the consequence of side loading on rigging hardware?
Answer: It can lead to failure of the hardware.
⩥ What is the torque specification for a hoist ring?
Answer: It must be torqued to the manufacturer's specifications.
⩥ What should be avoided when using wire rope clips?
Answer: Do NOT use them to fabricate slings or drag them on abrasive
surfaces.
⩥ Where should the saddle be placed when using U-bolt clips?
Answer: On the live end of the wire rope.
⩥ What is the recommended action after loading a wire rope clip?
Answer: Retighten to the torque recommended by the manufacturer.
⩥ What should be ensured when using wedge sockets?
Answer: The live end of the wire rope must align with the socket's pin.
,⩥ What is the maximum included angle for multiple slings collected in a
link or ring?
Answer: 120°.
⩥ What is the purpose of swivels in rigging?
Answer: Swivels are used for in-line loads and positioning hardware.
⩥ What should be done to ensure safety when using rigging blocks?
Answer: Ensure personnel stand clear of the suspended load and rigging
under tension.
⩥ What is the minimum sheave pitch diameter for rigging blocks?
Answer: 6 to 1.
⩥ What temperature limits should be observed for load indicating
devices?
Answer: Do NOT use above 104° F or below 14° F without consulting
the manufacturer.
⩥ What are the basic types of hooks used in rigging?
Answer: Self-Closing and Self-Locking hooks.
, ⩥ What must the design factor of a hook be equal to?
Answer: At least equal to those of the equipment or system it is part of.
⩥ How often should a visual inspection of hooks be performed under
normal service?
Answer: Monthly.
⩥ What is required for periodic hook inspections?
Answer: Complete inspection with written records.
⩥ What is the frequency for periodic inspections under severe service?
Answer: Quarterly.
⩥ What should be done to protect anchor points from damage?
Answer: Use protectors or softeners.
⩥ What is the recommended action regarding pinch points during
hoisting?
Answer: Care must be taken to avoid pinch points.
⩥ What is the purpose of using spacers with hoist rings?
Answer: Spacers shall NOT be used; the bushing flange must fully
contact the load surface.
