1. What is the minimum force that a positioning system 2 times
anchorage must be able to withstand? the MAF(Maxi-
mum anticipated
force) or 3,000 lbs
2. If a synthetic rope has a breaking strength of 6,600 lbs 660 lbs. Synthetic
and a bowline knot is tied to make a lifting eye what is rope has a safety
the maximum gross load that can be lifted? factor of 10:1. That
includes the weak-
ening factor of the
knot
3. Exposure to ionizing radiation dopes what to the hu- IR can change
man body? cells and mole-
cules in biological
organisms
4. When is a trained signal person necessary When a crane can
physically enter a
powerline restrict-
ed area.
5. What three ways can a capstan hoist be powered Electric Gas and
Hydraulic
6. When using tape and butyl to weatherproof a ground Always cut the
kit what is a critical step in the process? tape with sciccors
7. According to regulations, what is the maximum arrest- Maximum arrest-
ing force allowed to the human body? ing force allowed
on the body is
1800 lbs. But
our y-landyards re-
duce the force to
half that
8. What is the minimum number of ground kits installed 3. (1 at the top
in a single run above the hoisting
grip. 1 at the base
of the tower on the
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