Excavator Theory Test EXAM
(ANSWERED) CORRECTLY TO SCORE A+
If the operator has loaded the machine onto a
transport/trailer on behalf of a driver what checks must be
carried out before they leave the cab? - Correct Answers
✅1. The machine is in the agreed position
2. Bucket placed onto the bed of the low loader
3. Parking brake is applied and engine switched off
4. Windows shut
5. Chassis is central
Why should different soils be segregated during excavation? -
Correct Answers ✅So that the soils can be reused
If setting up to work in a confined area, name TWO things
that should be taken into account? - Correct Answers ✅1.
The proximity of hazards
2. A place to place the spoil
3. Dust, noise and fume levels
4. Space to maneuver the machine
Before manually changing any bucket:
Where should the bucket be positioned in relation to the
ground before removing the final pin?
Explain why? - Correct Answers ✅The bucket should be
place on the ground, if possible flat level ground
To prevent the bucket swinging and hit yourself or others
,Excavator Theory Test EXAM
(ANSWERED) CORRECTLY TO SCORE A+
Give FOUR reasons that may cause a machine to tip over
sideways? - Correct Answers ✅1. Travelling on a slope
2. Operating with an uneven load
3. Soft ground
4. Operating with a full load and boom fully extended
When must a banks-man/signaler be used before moving an
excavator? - Correct Answers ✅In any situation when the
Operator cannot see the direction of travel
What needs to be inspected on a quick hitch coupler when
attaching lifting accessories to lift slung loads? - Correct
Answers ✅locking system engaged
correct position
appropriate size and weight for attachment
Before lowering into or moving a drag box in a trench, what
trench related checks must be made? - Correct Answers
✅Must check that all personal are clear from the trench
Where should the excavators operators manual be kept and
why? - Correct Answers ✅Inside the Machine to ensure
easy access for all operators of the machine
, Excavator Theory Test EXAM
(ANSWERED) CORRECTLY TO SCORE A+
If the excavator is carrying out deep excavating work using
the full working range, what hazards may occur - Correct
Answers ✅May cause it's self to tip into the trench
May excavate beneath the machine its self
With regards to lifting accessories, irrespective of who
supplied the accessories , what THREE factors should be
ensured before the accessories are used? - Correct Answers
✅1. Accessories have certificates
2. The correct accessory is being used for the load
3. The accessory has been serviced
4. No cracks or damage to the accessory
When an object needs to be lifted on a site, what should be
the first consideration of planning? - Correct Answers
✅planning the lifting operation by an authorized, appointed
person
Why must the controls be isolated before each load can be
attached or disconnected by the singer? - Correct Answers
✅To avoid injury to the slinger through accidental operation
of the controls
Give two examples of where the working at height
Regulations may apply to excavators? - Correct Answers
✅1. Getting in and out of the machine
(ANSWERED) CORRECTLY TO SCORE A+
If the operator has loaded the machine onto a
transport/trailer on behalf of a driver what checks must be
carried out before they leave the cab? - Correct Answers
✅1. The machine is in the agreed position
2. Bucket placed onto the bed of the low loader
3. Parking brake is applied and engine switched off
4. Windows shut
5. Chassis is central
Why should different soils be segregated during excavation? -
Correct Answers ✅So that the soils can be reused
If setting up to work in a confined area, name TWO things
that should be taken into account? - Correct Answers ✅1.
The proximity of hazards
2. A place to place the spoil
3. Dust, noise and fume levels
4. Space to maneuver the machine
Before manually changing any bucket:
Where should the bucket be positioned in relation to the
ground before removing the final pin?
Explain why? - Correct Answers ✅The bucket should be
place on the ground, if possible flat level ground
To prevent the bucket swinging and hit yourself or others
,Excavator Theory Test EXAM
(ANSWERED) CORRECTLY TO SCORE A+
Give FOUR reasons that may cause a machine to tip over
sideways? - Correct Answers ✅1. Travelling on a slope
2. Operating with an uneven load
3. Soft ground
4. Operating with a full load and boom fully extended
When must a banks-man/signaler be used before moving an
excavator? - Correct Answers ✅In any situation when the
Operator cannot see the direction of travel
What needs to be inspected on a quick hitch coupler when
attaching lifting accessories to lift slung loads? - Correct
Answers ✅locking system engaged
correct position
appropriate size and weight for attachment
Before lowering into or moving a drag box in a trench, what
trench related checks must be made? - Correct Answers
✅Must check that all personal are clear from the trench
Where should the excavators operators manual be kept and
why? - Correct Answers ✅Inside the Machine to ensure
easy access for all operators of the machine
, Excavator Theory Test EXAM
(ANSWERED) CORRECTLY TO SCORE A+
If the excavator is carrying out deep excavating work using
the full working range, what hazards may occur - Correct
Answers ✅May cause it's self to tip into the trench
May excavate beneath the machine its self
With regards to lifting accessories, irrespective of who
supplied the accessories , what THREE factors should be
ensured before the accessories are used? - Correct Answers
✅1. Accessories have certificates
2. The correct accessory is being used for the load
3. The accessory has been serviced
4. No cracks or damage to the accessory
When an object needs to be lifted on a site, what should be
the first consideration of planning? - Correct Answers
✅planning the lifting operation by an authorized, appointed
person
Why must the controls be isolated before each load can be
attached or disconnected by the singer? - Correct Answers
✅To avoid injury to the slinger through accidental operation
of the controls
Give two examples of where the working at height
Regulations may apply to excavators? - Correct Answers
✅1. Getting in and out of the machine
