RIGGER LEVEL II CERTIFICATION PRACTICE
EXAMNEWEST (2025 - 2026 UPDATE) FROM
REAL PAST PAPERS QUESTIONS – SET 100
MOST COMMON EXAM FREQUENTLY
TESTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS IN
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RECOMMENDABLE FOR GRADE A+
1. A rigger is planning a lift involving a load with an unknown center of gravity.
What is the MOST appropriate initial action
A. Assume geometric center
B. Conduct a test lift
C. Use the heaviest sling available
D. Increase sling angle
✔ Correct Answer: B (Conduct a test lift)
A controlled test lift helps determine balance and center of gravity safely
before proceeding with a full lift.
2. When calculating sling tension, what happens as the sling angle decreases
A. Tension decreases
B. Tension remains constant
C. Tension increases
D. Tension becomes zero
✔ Correct Answer: C (Tension increases)
Lower sling angles create higher tension forces on each leg due to increased
horizontal load components.
,3. A load weighs 4,000 lbs supported by a two-leg sling at a 60° angle. What
happens to the load per leg
A. Less than 2,000 lbs
B. Equal to 2,000 lbs
C. More than 2,000 lbs
D. Zero load
✔ Correct Answer: C (More than 2,000 lbs)
At angles less than 90°, sling tension exceeds half the load due to angular
force distribution.
4. Which hitch provides the MOST secure grip on cylindrical loads
A. Vertical hitch
B. Basket hitch
C. Choker hitch
D. Bridle hitch
✔ Correct Answer: C (Choker hitch)
The choker hitch tightens around the load, preventing slipping during lifting.
5. What is the primary purpose of a shackle pin
A. Increase sling length
B. Connect lifting components
C. Reduce load weight
D. Absorb shock
✔ Correct Answer: B (Connect lifting components)
Shackle pins secure connections between rigging hardware components
safely.
6. A damaged sling shows fraying fibers. What should be done
A. Continue use
B. Repair with tape
C. Remove from service
D. Reduce load capacity
✔ Correct Answer: C (Remove from service)
, Frayed slings compromise strength and must be immediately removed for
safety.
7. Which factor affects working load limit (WLL) the MOST
A. Color
B. Temperature
C. Brand
D. Length
✔ Correct Answer: B (Temperature)
Extreme temperatures can degrade material strength, reducing safe load
limits.
8. What is the minimum safety factor for most rigging equipment
A. 2:1
B. 3:1
C. 5:1
D. 10:1
✔ Correct Answer: C (5:1)
Rigging equipment is typically designed with a 5:1 safety factor for safe
operations.
9. What should be checked before using a wire rope sling
A. Paint color
B. Broken wires
C. Manufacturer logo
D. Packaging
✔ Correct Answer: B (Broken wires)
Broken wires indicate structural damage and reduce sling strength.
10.A tag line is used to
A. Lift heavier loads
B. Stabilize load movement
C. Increase crane speed
D. Reduce sling tension
EXAMNEWEST (2025 - 2026 UPDATE) FROM
REAL PAST PAPERS QUESTIONS – SET 100
MOST COMMON EXAM FREQUENTLY
TESTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS IN
DETAILS 100% VERIFIED EXAM HIGHLY
RECOMMENDABLE FOR GRADE A+
1. A rigger is planning a lift involving a load with an unknown center of gravity.
What is the MOST appropriate initial action
A. Assume geometric center
B. Conduct a test lift
C. Use the heaviest sling available
D. Increase sling angle
✔ Correct Answer: B (Conduct a test lift)
A controlled test lift helps determine balance and center of gravity safely
before proceeding with a full lift.
2. When calculating sling tension, what happens as the sling angle decreases
A. Tension decreases
B. Tension remains constant
C. Tension increases
D. Tension becomes zero
✔ Correct Answer: C (Tension increases)
Lower sling angles create higher tension forces on each leg due to increased
horizontal load components.
,3. A load weighs 4,000 lbs supported by a two-leg sling at a 60° angle. What
happens to the load per leg
A. Less than 2,000 lbs
B. Equal to 2,000 lbs
C. More than 2,000 lbs
D. Zero load
✔ Correct Answer: C (More than 2,000 lbs)
At angles less than 90°, sling tension exceeds half the load due to angular
force distribution.
4. Which hitch provides the MOST secure grip on cylindrical loads
A. Vertical hitch
B. Basket hitch
C. Choker hitch
D. Bridle hitch
✔ Correct Answer: C (Choker hitch)
The choker hitch tightens around the load, preventing slipping during lifting.
5. What is the primary purpose of a shackle pin
A. Increase sling length
B. Connect lifting components
C. Reduce load weight
D. Absorb shock
✔ Correct Answer: B (Connect lifting components)
Shackle pins secure connections between rigging hardware components
safely.
6. A damaged sling shows fraying fibers. What should be done
A. Continue use
B. Repair with tape
C. Remove from service
D. Reduce load capacity
✔ Correct Answer: C (Remove from service)
, Frayed slings compromise strength and must be immediately removed for
safety.
7. Which factor affects working load limit (WLL) the MOST
A. Color
B. Temperature
C. Brand
D. Length
✔ Correct Answer: B (Temperature)
Extreme temperatures can degrade material strength, reducing safe load
limits.
8. What is the minimum safety factor for most rigging equipment
A. 2:1
B. 3:1
C. 5:1
D. 10:1
✔ Correct Answer: C (5:1)
Rigging equipment is typically designed with a 5:1 safety factor for safe
operations.
9. What should be checked before using a wire rope sling
A. Paint color
B. Broken wires
C. Manufacturer logo
D. Packaging
✔ Correct Answer: B (Broken wires)
Broken wires indicate structural damage and reduce sling strength.
10.A tag line is used to
A. Lift heavier loads
B. Stabilize load movement
C. Increase crane speed
D. Reduce sling tension
