EICA CRANE CERTIFICATION EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
Section 1: Fundamentals and Definitions
1. What does the acronym "EICA" typically stand for in the crane industry?
a) Electrical Instrumentation and Crane Assembly
b) Electronic Interlocking Control Actuator
c) Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation
d) Engineered Industrial Crane Apparatus
2. The purpose of a "Load Moment Indicator" (LMI) system is to:
a) Measure the weight of the load only.
b) Warn the operator of an approaching power line.
c) Calculate and warn of an unsafe combination of load weight and boom geometry.
d) Record the crane's fuel consumption.
3. What is the primary function of a crane's boom hoist mechanism?
a) To rotate the superstructure.
b) To extend and retract the boom.
c) To raise and lower the boom angle.
d) To lift and lower the load.
4. "Two-blocking" occurs when:
a) Two cranes are used to lift one load.
b) The hook block makes contact with the boom tip/point.
c) The outriggers are set on two different types of surfaces.
d) The load line is wrapped around the load twice.
5. The rated capacity of a mobile crane is based on its ability to resist:
a) Tipping.
b) Structural failure.
c) Both A and B.
d) Neither A nor B.
6. A "Swingaway" or "Jib" extension is primarily used to:
a) Increase the crane's lifting capacity.
b) Provide increased mobility on the jobsite.
, c) Increase the crane's hook height and reach.
d) Allow for faster load hoisting.
7. What is the definition of "Duty Cycle" for a crane?
a) The total number of hours the crane has been operated.
b) Intermittent operations involving frequent starts and stops.
c) The cycle of pre-operational inspections.
d) The process of cycling the outriggers.
8. The "Quadrant of Operation" for a crane refers to:
a) The four main sections of a jobsite.
b) The four outrigger positions.
c) The specific area around the crane where the load is over the front, rear, or side.
d) The four gears in the transmission.
9. "Gross Capacity" refers to the total weight the crane can lift, including:
a) Only the net weight of the object.
b) The weight of all slings, rigging, and hook block.
c) The weight of the crane itself.
d) The weight of the fuel in the crane.
10. The "Boom Angle" indicator is critical because it directly affects the crane's:
a) Travel speed.
b) Rated capacity.
c) Engine RPM.
d) Fuel efficiency.
Section 2: Pre-Operation and Inspection
11. A pre-operational inspection should be performed:
a) Once a week.
b) At the beginning of each shift.
c) Only when the crane is moved to a new site.
d) Once a month.
12. Who is primarily responsible for conducting the daily crane inspection?
a) The Site Supervisor
b) The Rigger
c) The Certified Crane Operator
d) The Oilery Technician
, 13. During a walk-around inspection, you find a cracked wire rope on the main hoist. What
should you do?
a) Make a note to fix it later and continue with a light load.
b) Tag the crane "Out of Service" and report the deficiency.
c) Cut off the damaged section and keep operating.
d) It is acceptable if it's only one broken wire.
14. The primary purpose of checking fluid levels (hydraulic, engine oil, coolant) is to:
a) Ensure proper lubrication, cooling, and system function.
b) Meet environmental regulations.
c) Prepare the crane for long-term storage.
d) Fulfill a paperwork requirement.
15. When inspecting hydraulic hoses and lines, you should look for all of the following
EXCEPT:
a) Cracks and abrasions.
b) Leaks and drips.
c) Proper color-coding for aesthetics.
d) Bulges and kinks.
16. A "Post-Assembly" inspection is required:
a) Daily.
b) After any major repair or modification.
c) After the crane is initially assembled or configured on a new site.
d) Only on an annual basis.
17. Before starting the crane, the operator should ensure:
a) The load chart is in the cab.
b) All controls are in the neutral position.
c) The radio is tuned to the jobsite channel.
d) The outriggers are fully retracted.
18. Inspecting the condition of the crane's tires or tracks includes checking for:
a) Proper inflation and cuts (for tires).
b) The brand name for quality.
c) A recent cleaning.
d) The color of the rims.
19. The function of safety devices (like LMI, anti-two-block, hoist limit switches) must be
verified:
AND ANSWERS
Section 1: Fundamentals and Definitions
1. What does the acronym "EICA" typically stand for in the crane industry?
a) Electrical Instrumentation and Crane Assembly
b) Electronic Interlocking Control Actuator
c) Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation
d) Engineered Industrial Crane Apparatus
2. The purpose of a "Load Moment Indicator" (LMI) system is to:
a) Measure the weight of the load only.
b) Warn the operator of an approaching power line.
c) Calculate and warn of an unsafe combination of load weight and boom geometry.
d) Record the crane's fuel consumption.
3. What is the primary function of a crane's boom hoist mechanism?
a) To rotate the superstructure.
b) To extend and retract the boom.
c) To raise and lower the boom angle.
d) To lift and lower the load.
4. "Two-blocking" occurs when:
a) Two cranes are used to lift one load.
b) The hook block makes contact with the boom tip/point.
c) The outriggers are set on two different types of surfaces.
d) The load line is wrapped around the load twice.
5. The rated capacity of a mobile crane is based on its ability to resist:
a) Tipping.
b) Structural failure.
c) Both A and B.
d) Neither A nor B.
6. A "Swingaway" or "Jib" extension is primarily used to:
a) Increase the crane's lifting capacity.
b) Provide increased mobility on the jobsite.
, c) Increase the crane's hook height and reach.
d) Allow for faster load hoisting.
7. What is the definition of "Duty Cycle" for a crane?
a) The total number of hours the crane has been operated.
b) Intermittent operations involving frequent starts and stops.
c) The cycle of pre-operational inspections.
d) The process of cycling the outriggers.
8. The "Quadrant of Operation" for a crane refers to:
a) The four main sections of a jobsite.
b) The four outrigger positions.
c) The specific area around the crane where the load is over the front, rear, or side.
d) The four gears in the transmission.
9. "Gross Capacity" refers to the total weight the crane can lift, including:
a) Only the net weight of the object.
b) The weight of all slings, rigging, and hook block.
c) The weight of the crane itself.
d) The weight of the fuel in the crane.
10. The "Boom Angle" indicator is critical because it directly affects the crane's:
a) Travel speed.
b) Rated capacity.
c) Engine RPM.
d) Fuel efficiency.
Section 2: Pre-Operation and Inspection
11. A pre-operational inspection should be performed:
a) Once a week.
b) At the beginning of each shift.
c) Only when the crane is moved to a new site.
d) Once a month.
12. Who is primarily responsible for conducting the daily crane inspection?
a) The Site Supervisor
b) The Rigger
c) The Certified Crane Operator
d) The Oilery Technician
, 13. During a walk-around inspection, you find a cracked wire rope on the main hoist. What
should you do?
a) Make a note to fix it later and continue with a light load.
b) Tag the crane "Out of Service" and report the deficiency.
c) Cut off the damaged section and keep operating.
d) It is acceptable if it's only one broken wire.
14. The primary purpose of checking fluid levels (hydraulic, engine oil, coolant) is to:
a) Ensure proper lubrication, cooling, and system function.
b) Meet environmental regulations.
c) Prepare the crane for long-term storage.
d) Fulfill a paperwork requirement.
15. When inspecting hydraulic hoses and lines, you should look for all of the following
EXCEPT:
a) Cracks and abrasions.
b) Leaks and drips.
c) Proper color-coding for aesthetics.
d) Bulges and kinks.
16. A "Post-Assembly" inspection is required:
a) Daily.
b) After any major repair or modification.
c) After the crane is initially assembled or configured on a new site.
d) Only on an annual basis.
17. Before starting the crane, the operator should ensure:
a) The load chart is in the cab.
b) All controls are in the neutral position.
c) The radio is tuned to the jobsite channel.
d) The outriggers are fully retracted.
18. Inspecting the condition of the crane's tires or tracks includes checking for:
a) Proper inflation and cuts (for tires).
b) The brand name for quality.
c) A recent cleaning.
d) The color of the rims.
19. The function of safety devices (like LMI, anti-two-block, hoist limit switches) must be
verified:
