NWSA TTT-1 Written Test Practice
Once the lifting path is determined, the vehicle mounted capstan should be moved as close as
possible to what? - ANS -The lifting stage area
An antenna that can transmit 360° - ANS -omni-directional
When inspecting wire rope diameter, the actual diameter is slightly larger than the specified
diameter. T or F - ANS -True
What is the factor of safety specified for rigging equipment? - ANS -5 to 1
exposure to ionizing radiation does what to the human body? - ANS -permanently changes
cells
A good rule of thumb is to stay 6 feet or more away from the centerline of an active antenna. T
or F - ANS -True
When you are using synthetic rope for lifting loads everyday, how often should it be inspected? -
ANS -daily
At minimum, how often should a competent rigger have refresher training? - ANS -refresher
training every 2 years (rescue practice is annual)
What is the factor of safety specified for synthetic rope? - ANS -10 to 1
the person operating the capstan needs a clear view of what? - ANS -the load and signal
person
when using bolts or u-bolts with a slotted hole present, in what order are the components
installed? - ANS -flat washer, lock washer, then nut
which government organization regulates tower lighting? - ANS -FAA
it is correct to use a carabiner manufactured for PPE when lifting loads. T or F - ANS -False
if a synthetic rope has a breaking strength of 7,600 lbs, what is the maximum gross load that
can be lifted? - ANS -760 lbs (7,600÷10=760///10% of the breaking strength)
when must a hard hat be worn? - ANS -When it is mandated by employer policy. When
overhead hazards are present. When a customer contract requires its use.
Once the lifting path is determined, the vehicle mounted capstan should be moved as close as
possible to what? - ANS -The lifting stage area
An antenna that can transmit 360° - ANS -omni-directional
When inspecting wire rope diameter, the actual diameter is slightly larger than the specified
diameter. T or F - ANS -True
What is the factor of safety specified for rigging equipment? - ANS -5 to 1
exposure to ionizing radiation does what to the human body? - ANS -permanently changes
cells
A good rule of thumb is to stay 6 feet or more away from the centerline of an active antenna. T
or F - ANS -True
When you are using synthetic rope for lifting loads everyday, how often should it be inspected? -
ANS -daily
At minimum, how often should a competent rigger have refresher training? - ANS -refresher
training every 2 years (rescue practice is annual)
What is the factor of safety specified for synthetic rope? - ANS -10 to 1
the person operating the capstan needs a clear view of what? - ANS -the load and signal
person
when using bolts or u-bolts with a slotted hole present, in what order are the components
installed? - ANS -flat washer, lock washer, then nut
which government organization regulates tower lighting? - ANS -FAA
it is correct to use a carabiner manufactured for PPE when lifting loads. T or F - ANS -False
if a synthetic rope has a breaking strength of 7,600 lbs, what is the maximum gross load that
can be lifted? - ANS -760 lbs (7,600÷10=760///10% of the breaking strength)
when must a hard hat be worn? - ANS -When it is mandated by employer policy. When
overhead hazards are present. When a customer contract requires its use.
