CATEGORY 3 NON-CAB OPERATED
TEST Questions and Complete Solutions
Graded A+
Bridge cranes with rated capacities of 20,000 lbs. or greater are classified as ______ cranes - Answer:
Category 2
The expiration date that is of particular importance to crane operators is - Answer: The certification
expiration date of the crane
Who is primarily responsible for evaluating a Crane Operators physical and emotional fitness - Answer:
crane operator
A monorail hoist with less than 20,000 lbs. capacity is a ________________ crane. - Answer: Category 3
Components that control, restrain, or position the load, and upon failure would cause dropping, shifting
or uncontrolled movement of the loads are ____________. - Answer: load controlling parts
All of the following require a license to operate EXCEPT a: - Answer: Non-cab operated category 3-bridge
crane
What is two-blocking and why is two-blocking dangerous? - Answer: Two-blocking occurs when the hook
block comes in contact with the upper sheave block during hoisting of the hook. It is dangerous because
it could result in damage to the crane, parting of the hoist lines, and dropping the load.
The formula for determining the area of a triangular shaped object is: - Answer: Base x Height divided by
2
When are operators required to perform a pre-use check of the crane? - Answer: Prior to the first use of
the crane each day.
, Regardless of the method of communication used all crane signals must be ____________________. -
Answer: clear
Synthetic web slings should NOT be used in areas where temperatures exceed 194 degrees Fahrenheit. -
Answer: True
If an object is 6 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 4 feet high, what is the volume of the object? - Answer: 120
cubic feet
Is it necessary for the operator to see the load or work area? - Answer: Not if there is a designated signal
person who is in control of the lift and is in view of the operator, or if the signal giver is in constant radio
contact with the operator.
What is "inching"? - Answer: Performing a motion very slowly, a little at a time
The majority of crane accidents are attributed to which of the following? - Answer: Personnel error
Crane operators at naval activities may be required to operate various types of cranes for which they
hold a license. Which of the following can best assure operator proficiency and safety? - Answer: Be
familiarized by a qualified person before operating the crane for the first time
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable method of communication between the signal person and
the crane operator? - Answer: Signal Flags
Which of the following is used with a physical locking device placed at the energy source? - Answer:
Lockout Tag
Which of the following is considered to be the best way the operator can ensure the crane is safe to
operate on any given day? - Answer: Perform Daily Pre-use Checks
When crane accidents happen, you must do all of the following EXCEPT: - Answer: Continue to operate
the crane until all lifts are completed
TEST Questions and Complete Solutions
Graded A+
Bridge cranes with rated capacities of 20,000 lbs. or greater are classified as ______ cranes - Answer:
Category 2
The expiration date that is of particular importance to crane operators is - Answer: The certification
expiration date of the crane
Who is primarily responsible for evaluating a Crane Operators physical and emotional fitness - Answer:
crane operator
A monorail hoist with less than 20,000 lbs. capacity is a ________________ crane. - Answer: Category 3
Components that control, restrain, or position the load, and upon failure would cause dropping, shifting
or uncontrolled movement of the loads are ____________. - Answer: load controlling parts
All of the following require a license to operate EXCEPT a: - Answer: Non-cab operated category 3-bridge
crane
What is two-blocking and why is two-blocking dangerous? - Answer: Two-blocking occurs when the hook
block comes in contact with the upper sheave block during hoisting of the hook. It is dangerous because
it could result in damage to the crane, parting of the hoist lines, and dropping the load.
The formula for determining the area of a triangular shaped object is: - Answer: Base x Height divided by
2
When are operators required to perform a pre-use check of the crane? - Answer: Prior to the first use of
the crane each day.
, Regardless of the method of communication used all crane signals must be ____________________. -
Answer: clear
Synthetic web slings should NOT be used in areas where temperatures exceed 194 degrees Fahrenheit. -
Answer: True
If an object is 6 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 4 feet high, what is the volume of the object? - Answer: 120
cubic feet
Is it necessary for the operator to see the load or work area? - Answer: Not if there is a designated signal
person who is in control of the lift and is in view of the operator, or if the signal giver is in constant radio
contact with the operator.
What is "inching"? - Answer: Performing a motion very slowly, a little at a time
The majority of crane accidents are attributed to which of the following? - Answer: Personnel error
Crane operators at naval activities may be required to operate various types of cranes for which they
hold a license. Which of the following can best assure operator proficiency and safety? - Answer: Be
familiarized by a qualified person before operating the crane for the first time
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable method of communication between the signal person and
the crane operator? - Answer: Signal Flags
Which of the following is used with a physical locking device placed at the energy source? - Answer:
Lockout Tag
Which of the following is considered to be the best way the operator can ensure the crane is safe to
operate on any given day? - Answer: Perform Daily Pre-use Checks
When crane accidents happen, you must do all of the following EXCEPT: - Answer: Continue to operate
the crane until all lifts are completed
