Mass Hoisting Test Questions and
Correct Solutions 2025-2026 Graded A
520 CMR 14.00 - ANSIs to establish reasonable standards to protect the
safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from the
hazards inherent in trenches and to provide for penalties for individuals
who violate any provision of 520 CMR 14.00
A crack in the windshield is ok as long as - ANSIt causes no visible
distortion that would interfere with safe operation
A four foot deep trench requires an additional ladder for every _______of
open trench - ANS25 feet
All welding and cutting on hoisting equipment shall be done in accordance
with the requirements of what? - ANSAmerican welding society formerly of
the American Society of mechanical engineers
As you boom down the leverage of the load on the crane will do what -
ANSIncrease
At what depth is it required to have a ladder ramp or stairs in the trench -
ANS4 feet
At what intervals should your equipment be inspected - ANSDaily monthly
for rigging equipment 90 days for a complete machine inspection
,Before digging anywhere who do you call and how much notice must you
give - ANSDig safe 72 hours 3 days minimum 30 days maximum
Beside you're hoisting license what else must be in your possession when
operating the equipment - ANSValid drivers license
Can an internal combustion engine be operated in a confined space -
ANSYes if the area is ventilated
Can blocking be placed under out rigger beams - ANSNo only under the
jack pads
Can you lift workers in and out of a trench using the bucket of an excavator
- ANSNo
Can you prohibit the Department of Public Safety from your premises -
ANSNo
Can you tighten the hydraulic hose under pressure - ANSNo
Competent person - ANSOne who is capable of identifying existing and
predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are
unsanitary,hazardous or dangerous to employees and who has
authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate such
conditions
, Digsafe uses what color paints mark like utilities - ANSRed = Electric power
lines,cables,coduit or light cables
Yellow = gas,oil,petroleum, steam or other gaseous material
Green = sewer and drain lines
Orange = communications cables or conduit, alarm or signal lines
Blue = water,irrigation and slurry lines
White = pre marked of proposed excivation
Do you need a fire extinguisher on a hosting machine - ANSYes 5lb BC
type
Do you need a hosting license on private property - ANSYes
DOT stands for - ANSDepartment of transportation
Emergency - ANSAn unforeseen condition in which the safety of the public
is in imminent danger because of a threat to life or health or where
immediate correction is required to maintain or restore essential public
utility service
Excavator - ANSAny entity including but not limited to a person partnership
joint venture Trust Corporation Association public utility company or state
or local government body or public agency which performs excavation
operations including the excavation of trenches
General public - ANSAll natural persons not engaged in construction
activities at a trench sight
Correct Solutions 2025-2026 Graded A
520 CMR 14.00 - ANSIs to establish reasonable standards to protect the
safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from the
hazards inherent in trenches and to provide for penalties for individuals
who violate any provision of 520 CMR 14.00
A crack in the windshield is ok as long as - ANSIt causes no visible
distortion that would interfere with safe operation
A four foot deep trench requires an additional ladder for every _______of
open trench - ANS25 feet
All welding and cutting on hoisting equipment shall be done in accordance
with the requirements of what? - ANSAmerican welding society formerly of
the American Society of mechanical engineers
As you boom down the leverage of the load on the crane will do what -
ANSIncrease
At what depth is it required to have a ladder ramp or stairs in the trench -
ANS4 feet
At what intervals should your equipment be inspected - ANSDaily monthly
for rigging equipment 90 days for a complete machine inspection
,Before digging anywhere who do you call and how much notice must you
give - ANSDig safe 72 hours 3 days minimum 30 days maximum
Beside you're hoisting license what else must be in your possession when
operating the equipment - ANSValid drivers license
Can an internal combustion engine be operated in a confined space -
ANSYes if the area is ventilated
Can blocking be placed under out rigger beams - ANSNo only under the
jack pads
Can you lift workers in and out of a trench using the bucket of an excavator
- ANSNo
Can you prohibit the Department of Public Safety from your premises -
ANSNo
Can you tighten the hydraulic hose under pressure - ANSNo
Competent person - ANSOne who is capable of identifying existing and
predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are
unsanitary,hazardous or dangerous to employees and who has
authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate such
conditions
, Digsafe uses what color paints mark like utilities - ANSRed = Electric power
lines,cables,coduit or light cables
Yellow = gas,oil,petroleum, steam or other gaseous material
Green = sewer and drain lines
Orange = communications cables or conduit, alarm or signal lines
Blue = water,irrigation and slurry lines
White = pre marked of proposed excivation
Do you need a fire extinguisher on a hosting machine - ANSYes 5lb BC
type
Do you need a hosting license on private property - ANSYes
DOT stands for - ANSDepartment of transportation
Emergency - ANSAn unforeseen condition in which the safety of the public
is in imminent danger because of a threat to life or health or where
immediate correction is required to maintain or restore essential public
utility service
Excavator - ANSAny entity including but not limited to a person partnership
joint venture Trust Corporation Association public utility company or state
or local government body or public agency which performs excavation
operations including the excavation of trenches
General public - ANSAll natural persons not engaged in construction
activities at a trench sight
