New York Crane Practice Test #2 | Actual Exam Questions
& 100% Correct Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Licensing
Exam Prep
1. According to B.30.23 when is it acceptable to lift a personnel basket with
nylon straps?
with permission of the supervisor
never
when 3 or more are used
when only is used
2. According to OSHA who can assemble/ disassemble a crane boom and
rigging?
qualified person
rigger
operator
foreman
3. Why is it important to have extra batteries available when operating battery-
powered radios or telephones on a crane?
Having extra batteries ensures continuous communication and
safety during crane operations.
Extra batteries are only necessary in case of emergencies.
Batteries do not affect communication during crane operations.
Extra batteries are only needed for long shifts.
4. If a crane operator is working near a 13.8 KV power line and is currently 15 ft
, away, what immediate action should they take to comply with OSHA
regulations?
Notify the supervisor but do not change the position.
Increase the load capacity to compensate for the distance.
Continue working as long as the area is marked.
Move the crane to at least 20 ft away from the power line.
5. When are you allowed to work under the forks of a boom?
only if you are really careful
During daylight hours
Never
Only at night when no one is around
6. When performing duty cycle operations, the crane must be de-rated by:
75%
10%
50%
20%
7. Who is responsible for calculating net capacity?
Site Supervisor
Rigger
Crane Operator
Lift Director
8. If a crane operator is using a sling that does not comply with ASME B30.9
, standards, what potential risks could arise during operation?
Improved efficiency in lifting operations.
Reduced need for operator training.
Increased risk of load failure and accidents.
Enhanced durability of the crane.
9. Why is it important to avoid exposing polypropylene or polyester web slings
to caustics?
Caustics are used to clean the slings effectively.
Caustics can degrade the material properties of the slings,
compromising their strength and safety.
Caustics enhance the durability of the slings.
Caustics have no effect on the slings.
10. What is the correct answer regarding the safety of picking people with
forks?
as long as they have a harness on
as long as they're standing on the pallet
NEVER
when you feel it is necessary
11. What does the term 'gross capacity' refer to in crane operation?
The total weight a crane can lift, including the weight of the load
and any rigging.
The weight limit set by the manufacturer for safe operation.
The maximum weight a crane can lift without any safety factors.
, The weight of the load minus the weight of the rigging.
12. If a crane operator notices a hook with a twist greater than the acceptable
limit during an inspection, what action should they take according to ANSI
B30.10?
The operator should report the twist to a supervisor but continue
operations.
The operator should remove the hook from service immediately.
The operator should continue using the hook until the next scheduled
inspection.
The operator should adjust the hook to reduce the twist.
13. If a crane operator is setting stabilizers and cannot see one of them from the
operating station, what should they do to ensure safety?
Use a spotter to guide the operation.
Adjust the stabilizer based on intuition.
Proceed without assistance.
Wait for another operator to take over.
14. If a crane operator is preparing for a lift and needs to disable the anti-two
block system for assembly, what safety measures should they take?
Proceed without any additional precautions.
Only disable the system if the load is under a certain weight.
Ensure that all personnel are clear of the area and that a signal
person is present.
Notify the supervisor but take no further action.
15. If a crane operator is walking with a load and notices an obstacle in the path,
& 100% Correct Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Licensing
Exam Prep
1. According to B.30.23 when is it acceptable to lift a personnel basket with
nylon straps?
with permission of the supervisor
never
when 3 or more are used
when only is used
2. According to OSHA who can assemble/ disassemble a crane boom and
rigging?
qualified person
rigger
operator
foreman
3. Why is it important to have extra batteries available when operating battery-
powered radios or telephones on a crane?
Having extra batteries ensures continuous communication and
safety during crane operations.
Extra batteries are only necessary in case of emergencies.
Batteries do not affect communication during crane operations.
Extra batteries are only needed for long shifts.
4. If a crane operator is working near a 13.8 KV power line and is currently 15 ft
, away, what immediate action should they take to comply with OSHA
regulations?
Notify the supervisor but do not change the position.
Increase the load capacity to compensate for the distance.
Continue working as long as the area is marked.
Move the crane to at least 20 ft away from the power line.
5. When are you allowed to work under the forks of a boom?
only if you are really careful
During daylight hours
Never
Only at night when no one is around
6. When performing duty cycle operations, the crane must be de-rated by:
75%
10%
50%
20%
7. Who is responsible for calculating net capacity?
Site Supervisor
Rigger
Crane Operator
Lift Director
8. If a crane operator is using a sling that does not comply with ASME B30.9
, standards, what potential risks could arise during operation?
Improved efficiency in lifting operations.
Reduced need for operator training.
Increased risk of load failure and accidents.
Enhanced durability of the crane.
9. Why is it important to avoid exposing polypropylene or polyester web slings
to caustics?
Caustics are used to clean the slings effectively.
Caustics can degrade the material properties of the slings,
compromising their strength and safety.
Caustics enhance the durability of the slings.
Caustics have no effect on the slings.
10. What is the correct answer regarding the safety of picking people with
forks?
as long as they have a harness on
as long as they're standing on the pallet
NEVER
when you feel it is necessary
11. What does the term 'gross capacity' refer to in crane operation?
The total weight a crane can lift, including the weight of the load
and any rigging.
The weight limit set by the manufacturer for safe operation.
The maximum weight a crane can lift without any safety factors.
, The weight of the load minus the weight of the rigging.
12. If a crane operator notices a hook with a twist greater than the acceptable
limit during an inspection, what action should they take according to ANSI
B30.10?
The operator should report the twist to a supervisor but continue
operations.
The operator should remove the hook from service immediately.
The operator should continue using the hook until the next scheduled
inspection.
The operator should adjust the hook to reduce the twist.
13. If a crane operator is setting stabilizers and cannot see one of them from the
operating station, what should they do to ensure safety?
Use a spotter to guide the operation.
Adjust the stabilizer based on intuition.
Proceed without assistance.
Wait for another operator to take over.
14. If a crane operator is preparing for a lift and needs to disable the anti-two
block system for assembly, what safety measures should they take?
Proceed without any additional precautions.
Only disable the system if the load is under a certain weight.
Ensure that all personnel are clear of the area and that a signal
person is present.
Notify the supervisor but take no further action.
15. If a crane operator is walking with a load and notices an obstacle in the path,
