NCCER Module 9 (Material Handling)
What should you check for before lifting any materials? ✔️Ensure that there are no protruding nails,
wires, or sharp edges on the load.
What is the first thing to consider before lowering an overhead load? ✔️Assess the size of the load.
What is the correct method for lifting objects? ✔️Bend your knees to gain a firm grip, lift with your
legs, and keep your back straight with your head up.
When stacking bags of the same width, how often should you step back and cross-key the bags?
✔️Every ten bags in height.
Where should materials never be stacked or stored? ✔️Do not stack or store materials on scaffolds or
runways.
What type of knot is depicted in the image? ✔️Clove hitch.
What is a common technique for tying a clove hitch? ✔️Use two half hitches in opposite directions.
What is crucial to ensure when moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface? ✔️Confirm
that the load does not exceed the specified weight capacity.
What equipment should be used to transport a bottle of compressed gas? ✔️A cylinder cart.
Which device may have a rotating surface or spikes to enhance grip? ✔️Roller skids.
What qualifications must a worker have to operate motorized material-handling equipment? ✔️The
worker must be trained, certified, and authorized.
What should you check for before lifting any materials? ✔️Ensure that there are no protruding nails,
wires, or sharp edges on the load.
What is the first thing to consider before lowering an overhead load? ✔️Assess the size of the load.
What is the correct method for lifting objects? ✔️Bend your knees to gain a firm grip, lift with your
legs, and keep your back straight with your head up.
When stacking bags of the same width, how often should you step back and cross-key the bags?
✔️Every ten bags in height.
Where should materials never be stacked or stored? ✔️Do not stack or store materials on scaffolds or
runways.
What type of knot is depicted in the image? ✔️Clove hitch.
What is a common technique for tying a clove hitch? ✔️Use two half hitches in opposite directions.
What is crucial to ensure when moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface? ✔️Confirm
that the load does not exceed the specified weight capacity.
What equipment should be used to transport a bottle of compressed gas? ✔️A cylinder cart.
Which device may have a rotating surface or spikes to enhance grip? ✔️Roller skids.
What qualifications must a worker have to operate motorized material-handling equipment? ✔️The
worker must be trained, certified, and authorized.
