Overhead Crane Test Exam 2026
Questions and Answers
Overhead cranes with more than one hoisting unit shall have what? - Correct
answer-its rated load marked on it
What is the purpose of the "E" (Emergency) stop on an overhead crane? - Correct
answer-removes power to entire crane
How often does O.S.H.A. require a written wire rope inspection? - Correct answer-
once a month
Most loads should be rigged to within how many degrees of level? - Correct
answer-five
According to ASME B30.2, what is the safety factor for rigging? - Correct answer-
5 to 1
According to O.S.H.A. frequent Inspections shall be performed when? - Correct
answer-daily to monthly
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, According to ASME B30.2 a frequent inspection must be performed by a? -
Correct answer-designated person
According to ASME B30.2, the maximum twist of the hook can't exceed? - Correct
answer-10 degrees
When inspecting electrical contacts, what are the signs they are bad? - Correct
answer-pitted or burned
According to ASME B30.2, what type of fire extinguisher is required for overhead
cranes? - Correct answer-10BC
Before leaving an overhead crane unattended, attached loads should be? - Correct
answer-lowered to the floor
Before using your hand to steady any load, you should? - Correct answer-follow
company policy
According to OSHA, the rated capacity of all overhead cranes shall be? - Correct
answer-clearly marked on the side of the crane
When attaching spreaders to any load, you must keep in mind of what? - Correct
answer-the lower the spreader angle the greater the tension
What is the order of hitch strength? - Correct answer-basket, vertical, choker
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Questions and Answers
Overhead cranes with more than one hoisting unit shall have what? - Correct
answer-its rated load marked on it
What is the purpose of the "E" (Emergency) stop on an overhead crane? - Correct
answer-removes power to entire crane
How often does O.S.H.A. require a written wire rope inspection? - Correct answer-
once a month
Most loads should be rigged to within how many degrees of level? - Correct
answer-five
According to ASME B30.2, what is the safety factor for rigging? - Correct answer-
5 to 1
According to O.S.H.A. frequent Inspections shall be performed when? - Correct
answer-daily to monthly
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, According to ASME B30.2 a frequent inspection must be performed by a? -
Correct answer-designated person
According to ASME B30.2, the maximum twist of the hook can't exceed? - Correct
answer-10 degrees
When inspecting electrical contacts, what are the signs they are bad? - Correct
answer-pitted or burned
According to ASME B30.2, what type of fire extinguisher is required for overhead
cranes? - Correct answer-10BC
Before leaving an overhead crane unattended, attached loads should be? - Correct
answer-lowered to the floor
Before using your hand to steady any load, you should? - Correct answer-follow
company policy
According to OSHA, the rated capacity of all overhead cranes shall be? - Correct
answer-clearly marked on the side of the crane
When attaching spreaders to any load, you must keep in mind of what? - Correct
answer-the lower the spreader angle the greater the tension
What is the order of hitch strength? - Correct answer-basket, vertical, choker
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