ELEVATOR 100 FINAL EXAM READY - VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS - COMPREHENSIVE LATEST VERSION
1. What term describes a body harness used with a shock absorbing
lanyard? Personal fall arrest system
2. What precaution should a mechanic take when a carpenter is using a
powder activated tool to anchor wall track? Wear hearing protection
3. What is the best communication method between the machine room and
pit workers? Two-way radio
4. What type of injury is a "strain" when a mechanic hurts their back
lifting? Muscle stretched beyond limits
5. After activating the top of car stop switch and inspection switch, what is
the next verification step? Close the hoistway doors and set up a hall call
6. What safety device might be encountered in a hydraulic elevator pit?
Plunger gripper
7. What is the most serious consequence of incorrect lifting? Spinal injury
8. What is called the "silent killer" in elevator work? The counterweight
9. What should a mechanic do if a top-of-car operating device is
unavailable? Establish communication with a qualified person in the car
10. After applying a lock and tag for routine maintenance, what is the next
step? Verify no power with appropriate test equipment
Code Requirements & Regulations
11. When does ASME A17.1 require a pit ladder installation? When pit
depth exceeds 35"
12. What must a dumbwaiter be equipped with if a mechanic must stand on
the car top? Car safeties
13. What safety precaution should be followed when working around
electricity? Remove jewelry and metal frame glasses
, 14. When are elevator constructors permitted to ride inside a 400lb
capacity dumbwaiter? They are not permitted to ride inside any dumbwaiter
15. Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring adequate lighting at a work
site? You
16. Who should you notify first when finding a serious OSHA violation
during job site inspection? Your mechanic
17. What are the two most common causes of accidents to the general
public on elevators? Trips and falls, and being struck by the doors
18. What safety steps should be taken before shortening a governor rope?
LOTO and support tension sheave
19. Where can you find information about permit-required confined
spaces? OSHA 29 CFR 1926 code
20. What should you do if machine room lights aren't working when
arriving to replace a thrust bearing? Do not start work until the lighting is
restored
Lockout/Tagout Procedures
21. What safety step must be taken before entering an escalator truss after
LOTO? Install a mechanical lock
22. What must be done before lubricating a governor tension sheave in a
traction elevator pit? Lock out and tag out
23. When must barriers be installed when checking something in the pit?
When hoistway door will be open more than 5"
24. When is public safety an elevator constructor's responsibility? During
all work-related activities
25. What safety factors must be considered when carrying a screwdriver in
your pocket on a car top? It doesn't matter; you should never carry a
screwdriver in your pocket
Materials & Equipment Standards
26. What is the minimum thickness for wood planking for overhead
protection on a temporary working platform? 2"
ANSWERS - COMPREHENSIVE LATEST VERSION
1. What term describes a body harness used with a shock absorbing
lanyard? Personal fall arrest system
2. What precaution should a mechanic take when a carpenter is using a
powder activated tool to anchor wall track? Wear hearing protection
3. What is the best communication method between the machine room and
pit workers? Two-way radio
4. What type of injury is a "strain" when a mechanic hurts their back
lifting? Muscle stretched beyond limits
5. After activating the top of car stop switch and inspection switch, what is
the next verification step? Close the hoistway doors and set up a hall call
6. What safety device might be encountered in a hydraulic elevator pit?
Plunger gripper
7. What is the most serious consequence of incorrect lifting? Spinal injury
8. What is called the "silent killer" in elevator work? The counterweight
9. What should a mechanic do if a top-of-car operating device is
unavailable? Establish communication with a qualified person in the car
10. After applying a lock and tag for routine maintenance, what is the next
step? Verify no power with appropriate test equipment
Code Requirements & Regulations
11. When does ASME A17.1 require a pit ladder installation? When pit
depth exceeds 35"
12. What must a dumbwaiter be equipped with if a mechanic must stand on
the car top? Car safeties
13. What safety precaution should be followed when working around
electricity? Remove jewelry and metal frame glasses
, 14. When are elevator constructors permitted to ride inside a 400lb
capacity dumbwaiter? They are not permitted to ride inside any dumbwaiter
15. Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring adequate lighting at a work
site? You
16. Who should you notify first when finding a serious OSHA violation
during job site inspection? Your mechanic
17. What are the two most common causes of accidents to the general
public on elevators? Trips and falls, and being struck by the doors
18. What safety steps should be taken before shortening a governor rope?
LOTO and support tension sheave
19. Where can you find information about permit-required confined
spaces? OSHA 29 CFR 1926 code
20. What should you do if machine room lights aren't working when
arriving to replace a thrust bearing? Do not start work until the lighting is
restored
Lockout/Tagout Procedures
21. What safety step must be taken before entering an escalator truss after
LOTO? Install a mechanical lock
22. What must be done before lubricating a governor tension sheave in a
traction elevator pit? Lock out and tag out
23. When must barriers be installed when checking something in the pit?
When hoistway door will be open more than 5"
24. When is public safety an elevator constructor's responsibility? During
all work-related activities
25. What safety factors must be considered when carrying a screwdriver in
your pocket on a car top? It doesn't matter; you should never carry a
screwdriver in your pocket
Materials & Equipment Standards
26. What is the minimum thickness for wood planking for overhead
protection on a temporary working platform? 2"
