Tower Crane Exam 2026 Questions and
Answers
Self-Erecting Tower Cranes(Planning) - Correct answer-Plan divided into two
major sections
(1)Delivery, set up, erection and dismantle
(2)Lifting Operations
Self-Erecting Tower Cranes(Delivery, Set-up, Erection and Dismantle) - Correct
answer-*Complete a site visit(checking for horizontal/vertical clearances, weight
restrictions, power lines etc)
*Soil report must be reported prior to crane set-up(machines are usually set up on
outriggers)
*Requirements of FAA standard 7460-1 must be met for any obstruction 200ft in
height from ground level
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, *Most self-erecting cranes require 3 phrase electric service (May need to Contact
the power company if you plan on using their service or If using a generator
contact the crane manufacturer for the required kW rating)
*Some self-erecting tower crane control systems require that the power supply to
the control panel be left on at all times to ensure a stable temperature for the
electronics. In this case, the power from a generator may not be desirable.
*Self-erecting tower cranes are required to weather vane (point downwind) when
out of service.
*Proper clearances (crane and load) must be allowed for during erection (including
unfolding), operation, and dismantling (including folding).
Lifting Operations - Correct answer-*This section of the plan would identify
staging and lay down areas. It is important to have accurate load weights and radii
to ensure the crane has sufficient load ratings to do the work.
*Rigging methods and materials would be addressed here as well as signaling
methods. In addition rigger and signalperson qualifications should be set forth. The
crane manufacturer's, or qualified person's, requirements for in-service wind
should be noted in the plan.
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Answers
Self-Erecting Tower Cranes(Planning) - Correct answer-Plan divided into two
major sections
(1)Delivery, set up, erection and dismantle
(2)Lifting Operations
Self-Erecting Tower Cranes(Delivery, Set-up, Erection and Dismantle) - Correct
answer-*Complete a site visit(checking for horizontal/vertical clearances, weight
restrictions, power lines etc)
*Soil report must be reported prior to crane set-up(machines are usually set up on
outriggers)
*Requirements of FAA standard 7460-1 must be met for any obstruction 200ft in
height from ground level
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, *Most self-erecting cranes require 3 phrase electric service (May need to Contact
the power company if you plan on using their service or If using a generator
contact the crane manufacturer for the required kW rating)
*Some self-erecting tower crane control systems require that the power supply to
the control panel be left on at all times to ensure a stable temperature for the
electronics. In this case, the power from a generator may not be desirable.
*Self-erecting tower cranes are required to weather vane (point downwind) when
out of service.
*Proper clearances (crane and load) must be allowed for during erection (including
unfolding), operation, and dismantling (including folding).
Lifting Operations - Correct answer-*This section of the plan would identify
staging and lay down areas. It is important to have accurate load weights and radii
to ensure the crane has sufficient load ratings to do the work.
*Rigging methods and materials would be addressed here as well as signaling
methods. In addition rigger and signalperson qualifications should be set forth. The
crane manufacturer's, or qualified person's, requirements for in-service wind
should be noted in the plan.
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