MASS 2A-1C HOISTING EXAM
COMPREHENSIVE LICENSING PRACTICE (2026/2027 EDITION)
100 Multiple-Choice Questions - Complete Licensing Practice Exam
Independent-Study Disclaimer
This practice exam is an independent study aid and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the
Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI), the Department of Public Safety, or any other
organization. It is provided for educational and self-assessment purposes only and is not a substitute for official
training, examination materials, or regulatory requirements. Regulations and standards are subject to change;
always verify against current M.G.L. Chapter 146, 520 CMR 6.00, and OPSI guidance.
, Section 1: Hoisting License Fundamentals - License Classes,
Requirements, Regulations, OPSI (12 questions)
Q1: Which agency is responsible for administering hoisting licenses in Massachusetts?
A. Massachusetts Department of Transportation
B. Department of Environmental Protection
C. The local building department
D. Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI) [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: OPSI, part of the Department of Public Safety, administers hoisting licenses in Massachusetts.
The other agencies do not issue hoisting licenses.
Q2: What is the minimum age required to apply for a Massachusetts hoisting license?
A. 16 years old
B. 18 years old [CORRECT]
C. 21 years old
D. 17 years old
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply for a hoisting license. The other ages do not
meet the requirement.
Q3: Which class of Massachusetts hoisting license covers crawler and rubber-tired excavators, backhoes, and
loaders?
A. Class 2A [CORRECT]
B. Class 1C
C. Class 2B
D. Class 1A
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Class 2A covers excavators, backhoes, and loaders. Class 1C covers hydraulic telescoping
booms without wire ropes.
Q4: Which class of Massachusetts hoisting license covers hydraulic telescoping booms without wire ropes, such
as Lull forklifts?
A. Class 1C [CORRECT]
B. Class 2A
C. Class 2C
D. Class 1A
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Class 1C covers hydraulic telescoping booms without wire ropes. Class 2A covers excavators.
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, Q5: In Massachusetts, a hoisting license is required for equipment capable of raising a load how high?
A. 5 feet
B. 2 feet
C. Any height
D. 10+ feet [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Equipment capable of raising 10+ feet requires a hoisting license. The other heights are below
the threshold.
Q6: A hoisting license is required for equipment capable of lifting how much weight?
A. 100 pounds
B. 50 pounds
C. 1,000 pounds only if taller than 20 feet
D. 500+ pounds [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Equipment capable of lifting 500+ pounds requires a hoisting license. The other thresholds are
incorrect.
Q7: A hoisting license is required for equipment capable of holding over what volume of material?
A. 1/4 cubic yard [CORRECT]
B. 1 cubic yard
C. 5 cubic yards
D. Any amount
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Equipment capable of holding over 1/4 cubic yard of material requires a hoisting license. The
other volumes are incorrect.
Q8: How often must a Massachusetts hoisting license be renewed?
A. Every 2 years [CORRECT]
B. Every year
C. Every 5 years
D. Never
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hoisting licenses must be renewed every 2 years. The other intervals are incorrect.
Q9: What is the general requirement for a Massachusetts hoisting license application?
A. Be 21+ with a CDL
B. Be 18+, complete an application, and pass the exam [CORRECT]
C. Have 5 years of experience only
D. Pass a medical exam only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must be 18+, complete an application, and pass the exam. The other options impose
different requirements.
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COMPREHENSIVE LICENSING PRACTICE (2026/2027 EDITION)
100 Multiple-Choice Questions - Complete Licensing Practice Exam
Independent-Study Disclaimer
This practice exam is an independent study aid and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the
Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI), the Department of Public Safety, or any other
organization. It is provided for educational and self-assessment purposes only and is not a substitute for official
training, examination materials, or regulatory requirements. Regulations and standards are subject to change;
always verify against current M.G.L. Chapter 146, 520 CMR 6.00, and OPSI guidance.
, Section 1: Hoisting License Fundamentals - License Classes,
Requirements, Regulations, OPSI (12 questions)
Q1: Which agency is responsible for administering hoisting licenses in Massachusetts?
A. Massachusetts Department of Transportation
B. Department of Environmental Protection
C. The local building department
D. Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI) [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: OPSI, part of the Department of Public Safety, administers hoisting licenses in Massachusetts.
The other agencies do not issue hoisting licenses.
Q2: What is the minimum age required to apply for a Massachusetts hoisting license?
A. 16 years old
B. 18 years old [CORRECT]
C. 21 years old
D. 17 years old
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply for a hoisting license. The other ages do not
meet the requirement.
Q3: Which class of Massachusetts hoisting license covers crawler and rubber-tired excavators, backhoes, and
loaders?
A. Class 2A [CORRECT]
B. Class 1C
C. Class 2B
D. Class 1A
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Class 2A covers excavators, backhoes, and loaders. Class 1C covers hydraulic telescoping
booms without wire ropes.
Q4: Which class of Massachusetts hoisting license covers hydraulic telescoping booms without wire ropes, such
as Lull forklifts?
A. Class 1C [CORRECT]
B. Class 2A
C. Class 2C
D. Class 1A
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Class 1C covers hydraulic telescoping booms without wire ropes. Class 2A covers excavators.
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, Q5: In Massachusetts, a hoisting license is required for equipment capable of raising a load how high?
A. 5 feet
B. 2 feet
C. Any height
D. 10+ feet [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Equipment capable of raising 10+ feet requires a hoisting license. The other heights are below
the threshold.
Q6: A hoisting license is required for equipment capable of lifting how much weight?
A. 100 pounds
B. 50 pounds
C. 1,000 pounds only if taller than 20 feet
D. 500+ pounds [CORRECT]
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Equipment capable of lifting 500+ pounds requires a hoisting license. The other thresholds are
incorrect.
Q7: A hoisting license is required for equipment capable of holding over what volume of material?
A. 1/4 cubic yard [CORRECT]
B. 1 cubic yard
C. 5 cubic yards
D. Any amount
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Equipment capable of holding over 1/4 cubic yard of material requires a hoisting license. The
other volumes are incorrect.
Q8: How often must a Massachusetts hoisting license be renewed?
A. Every 2 years [CORRECT]
B. Every year
C. Every 5 years
D. Never
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hoisting licenses must be renewed every 2 years. The other intervals are incorrect.
Q9: What is the general requirement for a Massachusetts hoisting license application?
A. Be 21+ with a CDL
B. Be 18+, complete an application, and pass the exam [CORRECT]
C. Have 5 years of experience only
D. Pass a medical exam only
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must be 18+, complete an application, and pass the exam. The other options impose
different requirements.
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