NEIEP 200 FINAL ESSENTIAL
ELEVATOR INDUSTRY EXAM 2026-
2027 WITH ACTUAL CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
DETAILED ANSWERS |CURRENTLY
TESTING
If you have a 3500 lb. car rated at 4000 lbs. capacity, how much should the
counterweight assembly weigh for a normal 40% installation? - ANSWERS-5100 lbs.
When the pit directional limit switch is actuated, the normal circuits will allow the car to
run - ANSWERS-Up
_______should not be disassembled in the field. - ANSWERS-Oil Buffers
The loss of traction between the hoist ropes and the machine driver when the
counterweight lands on its buffer avoids... - ANSWERS-The elevator car being pulled
into the over head.
Refer to Table 1. With a safety factor of 5, what is the breaking strength for 1 1/8" nylon
rope? - ANSWERS-52,000 lbs.
, Which of the following applies to rope usage? - ANSWERS-Prevent manila rope from
unraveling by using whipping.
What does the designation 3/8" 6 X 30 improved plow steel mean? - ANSWERS-It is a
high strength cable with 6 strands composed of 30 wires per strand?
When using Crosby clips, which of the following statements is correct? - ANSWERS-To
determine the correct minimum spacing multiply the rope diameter times 6.
When handling and storing a freight platform, what do you need to keep in mind? -
ANSWERS-With the platform on edge, handle it from the ends and move on rollers.
Which of the following statements is true concerning capstans? - ANSWERS-Both b,
and c.
b. Fasten the hoist to a beam or other building structure.
c. To interrupt hoisting ease off on the pulling rope
When choosing planks for hoisting, what must be considered? - ANSWERS-Use only
scaffold grade lumber
The distance between the counterweight buffer strike plate and the striking surface of
the counterweight buffer when the car floor is level with the top terminal landing is
known as - ANSWERS-Runby
What type of wrench is used to align the holes for rail installation? - ANSWERS-Spud
Wrench
Which of the following wrenches is used to thread pipes with polished surfaces
together? - ANSWERS-Strap Wrench
Which of the following statements applies to the use of a hacksaw on the job? -
ANSWERS-Hacksaw blades must be installed with the teeth facing forward.
The operation of the down final limit switch will prevent movement of the car by normal
operating devices in ... - ANSWERS-both directions of travel
Which of the following statements is correct regarding ladders? - ANSWERS-Metal
ladders should never be used
What safety precaution is most important when using rollers to move heavy equipment?
- ANSWERS-Pipe rollers must be picked up by the hollow inner pan
What are two things a compound mitre saw does best at the same time? - ANSWERS-
Bevel and mitre cuts can be made at the same time.
When the pit down final limit switch is actuated, the car... - ANSWERS-Will not run at all
ELEVATOR INDUSTRY EXAM 2026-
2027 WITH ACTUAL CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
DETAILED ANSWERS |CURRENTLY
TESTING
If you have a 3500 lb. car rated at 4000 lbs. capacity, how much should the
counterweight assembly weigh for a normal 40% installation? - ANSWERS-5100 lbs.
When the pit directional limit switch is actuated, the normal circuits will allow the car to
run - ANSWERS-Up
_______should not be disassembled in the field. - ANSWERS-Oil Buffers
The loss of traction between the hoist ropes and the machine driver when the
counterweight lands on its buffer avoids... - ANSWERS-The elevator car being pulled
into the over head.
Refer to Table 1. With a safety factor of 5, what is the breaking strength for 1 1/8" nylon
rope? - ANSWERS-52,000 lbs.
, Which of the following applies to rope usage? - ANSWERS-Prevent manila rope from
unraveling by using whipping.
What does the designation 3/8" 6 X 30 improved plow steel mean? - ANSWERS-It is a
high strength cable with 6 strands composed of 30 wires per strand?
When using Crosby clips, which of the following statements is correct? - ANSWERS-To
determine the correct minimum spacing multiply the rope diameter times 6.
When handling and storing a freight platform, what do you need to keep in mind? -
ANSWERS-With the platform on edge, handle it from the ends and move on rollers.
Which of the following statements is true concerning capstans? - ANSWERS-Both b,
and c.
b. Fasten the hoist to a beam or other building structure.
c. To interrupt hoisting ease off on the pulling rope
When choosing planks for hoisting, what must be considered? - ANSWERS-Use only
scaffold grade lumber
The distance between the counterweight buffer strike plate and the striking surface of
the counterweight buffer when the car floor is level with the top terminal landing is
known as - ANSWERS-Runby
What type of wrench is used to align the holes for rail installation? - ANSWERS-Spud
Wrench
Which of the following wrenches is used to thread pipes with polished surfaces
together? - ANSWERS-Strap Wrench
Which of the following statements applies to the use of a hacksaw on the job? -
ANSWERS-Hacksaw blades must be installed with the teeth facing forward.
The operation of the down final limit switch will prevent movement of the car by normal
operating devices in ... - ANSWERS-both directions of travel
Which of the following statements is correct regarding ladders? - ANSWERS-Metal
ladders should never be used
What safety precaution is most important when using rollers to move heavy equipment?
- ANSWERS-Pipe rollers must be picked up by the hollow inner pan
What are two things a compound mitre saw does best at the same time? - ANSWERS-
Bevel and mitre cuts can be made at the same time.
When the pit down final limit switch is actuated, the car... - ANSWERS-Will not run at all
