CPCS SH/AH 19 WRITTEN EXAM
QUESTIONS CORRECTLY ANSWERED.
What is meant by the centre of gravity, or how is the centre of gravity determined on a load to be lifted?
- CORRECT ANSWER By the point that is in balance. Determine with a Trial Lift
What should the slinger confirm with the lifting equipment operator regarding the audible alarm when
setting out to carry a lift? - CORRECT ANSWER Check that there is one fitted and is turned on and it
works.
What are the ideal conditions for lifting accessories to be stored? - CORRECT ANSWER Hung off the
ground and kept dry.
Name the FOUR stages of the hierarchy of control with regards to Vehicle/Plant maneuvering
operations? - CORRECT ANSWER 1, Eliminate/Minimise Movement/Reversing
2, Isolate the working area
3, The control of the machine in area by using Marshals
4, The direct marshalling of the working area.
When working with slewing type lifting equipment in a restricted area:
a)What are the dangers with regards to a machines counterweight?
b)When should measures be taken?
c)What measures should be implemented - CORRECT ANSWER a) Slew could hit structure or other
objects
b) Measures should be taken when gap is less than 600mm
c) Barriers put in place in area.
, a) On hoist rope-equipped lifting equipment , how does the number of lines/falls of rope affect the
lifting capacity?
b)how is the hoist speed affected by number of lines/falls of rope being reduced? - CORRECT ANSWER
a) More lines increases the lifting weight possible
b) Hoist speed is faster with reduced lines but slower with more lines
If assisting to fit a fly jib to a crane, why is it important to follow manufacturers Procedures precisely? -
CORRECT ANSWER To avoid accident, injuries or damage.
On a busy construction site, how would the slinger/signaller be identified to the crane operator? -
CORRECT ANSWER Wear different/unique PPE.
During a lift, it is suspected that a lifting accessory exceeded the rated capacity (SWL), what would be
the course of action? - CORRECT ANSWER land the load, take it out of service or Condemn it
Only two legs of a six tonne four-leg chain sling are being used, what is the maximum load that can be
lifted? - CORRECT ANSWER 3 Tonnes (6 divided by 2)
What is the purpose of a risk assesment? - CORRECT ANSWER Identify hazards and place control
measures on them.
If radios are to be used in lifting operations, what FIVE actions and checks must be carried out by
slinger/signaller before use? - CORRECT ANSWER 1, Check batteries are charged. (carry spares)
2, Check radios are in working order,
check signal strength.
3, Set to the same channel.
QUESTIONS CORRECTLY ANSWERED.
What is meant by the centre of gravity, or how is the centre of gravity determined on a load to be lifted?
- CORRECT ANSWER By the point that is in balance. Determine with a Trial Lift
What should the slinger confirm with the lifting equipment operator regarding the audible alarm when
setting out to carry a lift? - CORRECT ANSWER Check that there is one fitted and is turned on and it
works.
What are the ideal conditions for lifting accessories to be stored? - CORRECT ANSWER Hung off the
ground and kept dry.
Name the FOUR stages of the hierarchy of control with regards to Vehicle/Plant maneuvering
operations? - CORRECT ANSWER 1, Eliminate/Minimise Movement/Reversing
2, Isolate the working area
3, The control of the machine in area by using Marshals
4, The direct marshalling of the working area.
When working with slewing type lifting equipment in a restricted area:
a)What are the dangers with regards to a machines counterweight?
b)When should measures be taken?
c)What measures should be implemented - CORRECT ANSWER a) Slew could hit structure or other
objects
b) Measures should be taken when gap is less than 600mm
c) Barriers put in place in area.
, a) On hoist rope-equipped lifting equipment , how does the number of lines/falls of rope affect the
lifting capacity?
b)how is the hoist speed affected by number of lines/falls of rope being reduced? - CORRECT ANSWER
a) More lines increases the lifting weight possible
b) Hoist speed is faster with reduced lines but slower with more lines
If assisting to fit a fly jib to a crane, why is it important to follow manufacturers Procedures precisely? -
CORRECT ANSWER To avoid accident, injuries or damage.
On a busy construction site, how would the slinger/signaller be identified to the crane operator? -
CORRECT ANSWER Wear different/unique PPE.
During a lift, it is suspected that a lifting accessory exceeded the rated capacity (SWL), what would be
the course of action? - CORRECT ANSWER land the load, take it out of service or Condemn it
Only two legs of a six tonne four-leg chain sling are being used, what is the maximum load that can be
lifted? - CORRECT ANSWER 3 Tonnes (6 divided by 2)
What is the purpose of a risk assesment? - CORRECT ANSWER Identify hazards and place control
measures on them.
If radios are to be used in lifting operations, what FIVE actions and checks must be carried out by
slinger/signaller before use? - CORRECT ANSWER 1, Check batteries are charged. (carry spares)
2, Check radios are in working order,
check signal strength.
3, Set to the same channel.
