MA Hoisting 3A (Laws) Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
What are the general requirements for a license? -
correct answer ✅1) Complete an application
2) A fee
3) Photocopy of valid DOT medical cert.
5) Photocopy of valid driver's license.
If apprentice, 6) copy of Annual Apprentice ID Card.
What is the minimum grade to pass the written exam? -
correct answer ✅70%
What is the content of the exam? -
correct answer ✅1) operation of the equipment
2) understand all placards, manuals, safety codes and any other info
relating to hoisting
3) emergency procedures
4) MA Laws & Regulations on hoisting.
Can you retake the exam if you fail? -
correct answer ✅Yes, but you cannot retake within 60 days of the
exam.
,MA Hoisting 3A (Laws) Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
When should you have your license on you? -
correct answer ✅At all times when operating the machinery.
Is there a practical part of the exam? -
correct answer ✅In some cases there is a practical exam along
with the written.
What are some conditions that may deny you a license? -
correct answer ✅1) Incomplete application
2) Failure to pay the fee
3) Submit incorrect/false info
4) If under investigation by the Department
5) Failure to pass written and/or practical exam.
How will you know if you have been denied a license? -
correct answer ✅The Department will notify you in writing with
the reasons.
Can you appeal a denial? -
correct answer ✅Yes, within 1 week of receiving the denial you
may write an appeal. Which would lead to a hearing promptly.
, MA Hoisting 3A (Laws) Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
Where can I see the results of the exam? -
correct answer ✅The Department posts the grades online
(www.mass.gov/dps)
Can I still appeal if I failed the written exam? -
correct answer ✅Yes. You may write/submit an appeal and a
hearing will be held promptly. If they still deny the license, you may
take it to the Superior Court.
How do to renew license? -
correct answer ✅1) Cert. of completed edu. hours
2) Completed application
3) A fee
4) Valid DOT medical cert.
5) Driver's license
If apprentice 6) Annual Apprentice ID Card.
Will I be notified if my license is expiring? -
correct answer ✅Yes. The Department will send you a notice at
least 30 days in advance. If you have moved, it is your responsibility
to notify the Department.
& Answers (Grade A+)
What are the general requirements for a license? -
correct answer ✅1) Complete an application
2) A fee
3) Photocopy of valid DOT medical cert.
5) Photocopy of valid driver's license.
If apprentice, 6) copy of Annual Apprentice ID Card.
What is the minimum grade to pass the written exam? -
correct answer ✅70%
What is the content of the exam? -
correct answer ✅1) operation of the equipment
2) understand all placards, manuals, safety codes and any other info
relating to hoisting
3) emergency procedures
4) MA Laws & Regulations on hoisting.
Can you retake the exam if you fail? -
correct answer ✅Yes, but you cannot retake within 60 days of the
exam.
,MA Hoisting 3A (Laws) Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
When should you have your license on you? -
correct answer ✅At all times when operating the machinery.
Is there a practical part of the exam? -
correct answer ✅In some cases there is a practical exam along
with the written.
What are some conditions that may deny you a license? -
correct answer ✅1) Incomplete application
2) Failure to pay the fee
3) Submit incorrect/false info
4) If under investigation by the Department
5) Failure to pass written and/or practical exam.
How will you know if you have been denied a license? -
correct answer ✅The Department will notify you in writing with
the reasons.
Can you appeal a denial? -
correct answer ✅Yes, within 1 week of receiving the denial you
may write an appeal. Which would lead to a hearing promptly.
, MA Hoisting 3A (Laws) Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
Where can I see the results of the exam? -
correct answer ✅The Department posts the grades online
(www.mass.gov/dps)
Can I still appeal if I failed the written exam? -
correct answer ✅Yes. You may write/submit an appeal and a
hearing will be held promptly. If they still deny the license, you may
take it to the Superior Court.
How do to renew license? -
correct answer ✅1) Cert. of completed edu. hours
2) Completed application
3) A fee
4) Valid DOT medical cert.
5) Driver's license
If apprentice 6) Annual Apprentice ID Card.
Will I be notified if my license is expiring? -
correct answer ✅Yes. The Department will send you a notice at
least 30 days in advance. If you have moved, it is your responsibility
to notify the Department.
