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OSHA 30 Crane Safety Mobile Cranes- Construction CleanupWhich of the following images is a wheel-mounted crane? - correct answer image 2 While mechanical failure results in some accidents, ___ is the most common cause of crane and hoist accidents? - correct answer Human error The majority of deaths that occur are not the crane operator, but other workers in the area. The leading cause of these deaths is electrocution form contact with _____. - correct answer Power lines What type of crane is pictured here? - correct answer Crawler crane what type of crane is pictured here? - correct answer Wheel-mounted crane What type of crane has a single vertical tower with a fixed horizontal boom and can exceed heights of over 200 feet with lifting capacities of 22 tons or more? - correct answer Hammerhead tower crane What type of crane is similar to an overhead crane, expect that the bridge is supported on two or more legs running on fixed rails or other runway? - correct answer Gantry crane 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? - correct answer Helicopter crane What are factors to consider when selecting the right crane for the job? - correct answer -Maximum lifting capacity -Lifting height and reach ranges that are needed -Whether crane height adjustability is required Which of the following statements are true concerning accidents involving cranes? - correct answer -Human error is the most common cause -Mechanical failure is the most common cause -Contact with power lines is a common crane accident What are common causes of crane accidents? - correct answer -Upsetting or overturning the crane -Overloading the crane -Being struck by a moving load or falling objects Of the choices below, which are common and serious OSHA violations involving cranes? - correct answer - Failure to comply with manufacturer's specifications and limitations for the operation of the crane. -Failure to perform proper equipment inspections -Using cranes that do not meet applicable ANSI requirement Who has a responsibility to understand crane hazards and safety so that accidents can be prevented? - correct answer -Crane operator -Anyone working around cranes What knowledge should every crane operator have before operating their specific crane? - correct answer -The crane's capabilities -The crane's rated load capacities -The crane's recommended operating speeds There are site-specific questions that should be answered before using a crane at a particular location. Type correct response to complete these important site-specific questions: - correct answer 1. Is _____ to the site adequately prepared? Does the crane have to fit between buildings or maneuver around equipment to reach the site? - Access 2. Can the ground surface support the ____ of the crane and its loads? - Weight 3. Is there room to erect or extend the crane's ____? -Boom