FINAL TEST
QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
2026/2027
GRADED A+.
, 1. Which area do truck cranes without a 5th outrigger generally have no lifting capacity unless the manufacturer
states otherwise?: The front
2. What is the definition of "operating radius?": The distance from the center of rotation of the crane to the center of gravity of the load
3. What applies to the capacities below the bold line shown on a load chart?: They are based on the stability of the crane
4. In which quadrant are rough terrain crane capacities generally greater ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER Over the front
5. What percentage do most manufacturers requires a crane's load chart capacity to be reduced by for duty
cycle operations - such as high-volume concrete placement ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER 20%
6. From which two points should the boom be measured ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER From the boom hinge pins, to the center of
the boom tip sheave
7. What is the preferred method of installing wire rope from a reel onto a hoist drum ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER Running the
rope from the top of the reel, to the top of the drum.
8. Over which quadrant are truck crane capacities usually greater ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER Over the rear
9. According to OSHA, which accessible area of an operating crane must always be barricaded ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER The
swing radius of the rear of the rotating superstructure
10. What is the OSHA regulation governing cranes in construction ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER 1926.1400
11. According to ASME, what percentage of the manufacturer's crane rating must not be exceeded if a load
test is done on a repaired crane ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER 100%
12. Where is the tipping axis of a crawler crane located ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER It depends if the idler or sprocket are in line or
ottset from the track rollers
13. What should be done with materials placed under overhead energized power lines ✓✓ CORRECT ANSWER
NOT be lifted by crane
14. What determines the amount of deduction required for an erected jib that is not being used ✓✓ CORRECT