NCCCO TEST (2025/2026) QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS | RATED A+
Ancillary attachment - CORRECT ANSWER -devices attached to the crane that perform functions
other than lifting a load with a hook, such as forks, augers, grapples, or a digging bucket
Anti-two block device - CORRECT ANSWER -a device that prevents two blocking from occurring
if crane is used with load hoist mechanism
Column (mast) *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -the vertical structure of the crane between the
inner(main) boom and base
Designated person - CORRECT ANSWER -a person selected or assigned by the employer or
employers representative as being competent to perform specific duties
Extension cylinders - CORRECT ANSWER -the hydraulic cylinders used to extend and react boom
extensions
Gross capacity - CORRECT ANSWER -the capacity listed on the cranes load chart
*no deductions
Load radius (ABC) *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -the horizontal distance from the center line of the
cranes rotation to the center of gravity of the load
*articulating boom crane
Load radius (ABL) - CORRECT ANSWER -the horizontal distance from the center of the cranes
rotation to the center of the rotator
*articulating boom loader
, Net capacity - CORRECT ANSWER -the total weight a crane may lift after the load handling
deductions have been subtracted from the gross capacity
*net after deduction
General safely precautions *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -1. A fire extinguisher (min 5.BC rating)
must be maintained on the crane or vehicle at all times
2. Do not refuel the vehicle while the engine is running
General precautions of control systems :check for the following *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -1.
Control function labels must be legible
2. Ensure that controls return freely to their neutral position before engaging power source
3. Ensure that o reload protection (OLP) systems have not been compromised
Manual control systems: check for the following - CORRECT ANSWER -1. Flooring of elevated
stand-up platforms must be made of slip-resistant material
2. Elevated stand-up platforms must have designated handholds to access and egress the
platform. Do not use controls to hoses as handholds
3. TQ**** use three-point contact (both feet and one hand, or both hands and one foot) for
access and egress of elevated platforms
Cable and remote controls: check for the following *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -1. To prevent
unauthorized operation, switch the remote OFF and remove the key when not in use
2. Never walk backwards when using the remote control
Top set control station *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -only one person may occupy the operators
station area (except during training)
CORRECT ANSWERS | RATED A+
Ancillary attachment - CORRECT ANSWER -devices attached to the crane that perform functions
other than lifting a load with a hook, such as forks, augers, grapples, or a digging bucket
Anti-two block device - CORRECT ANSWER -a device that prevents two blocking from occurring
if crane is used with load hoist mechanism
Column (mast) *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -the vertical structure of the crane between the
inner(main) boom and base
Designated person - CORRECT ANSWER -a person selected or assigned by the employer or
employers representative as being competent to perform specific duties
Extension cylinders - CORRECT ANSWER -the hydraulic cylinders used to extend and react boom
extensions
Gross capacity - CORRECT ANSWER -the capacity listed on the cranes load chart
*no deductions
Load radius (ABC) *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -the horizontal distance from the center line of the
cranes rotation to the center of gravity of the load
*articulating boom crane
Load radius (ABL) - CORRECT ANSWER -the horizontal distance from the center of the cranes
rotation to the center of the rotator
*articulating boom loader
, Net capacity - CORRECT ANSWER -the total weight a crane may lift after the load handling
deductions have been subtracted from the gross capacity
*net after deduction
General safely precautions *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -1. A fire extinguisher (min 5.BC rating)
must be maintained on the crane or vehicle at all times
2. Do not refuel the vehicle while the engine is running
General precautions of control systems :check for the following *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -1.
Control function labels must be legible
2. Ensure that controls return freely to their neutral position before engaging power source
3. Ensure that o reload protection (OLP) systems have not been compromised
Manual control systems: check for the following - CORRECT ANSWER -1. Flooring of elevated
stand-up platforms must be made of slip-resistant material
2. Elevated stand-up platforms must have designated handholds to access and egress the
platform. Do not use controls to hoses as handholds
3. TQ**** use three-point contact (both feet and one hand, or both hands and one foot) for
access and egress of elevated platforms
Cable and remote controls: check for the following *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -1. To prevent
unauthorized operation, switch the remote OFF and remove the key when not in use
2. Never walk backwards when using the remote control
Top set control station *TQ - CORRECT ANSWER -only one person may occupy the operators
station area (except during training)
