NCCCO Test Exam 2026/2027 UPDATED
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
• anti-two block device -✓✓ a device that prevents two blocking from occurring if crane
is used with load hoist mechanism
• column (mast) *TQ -✓✓ the vertical structure of the crane between the inner(main)
boom and base
• designated person -✓✓ a person selected or assigned by the employer or employers
representative as being competent to perform specific duties
• extension cylinders -✓✓ the hydraulic cylinders used to extend and react boom
extensions
• gross capacity -✓✓ the capacity listed on the cranes load chart
*no deductions
• load radius (ABC) *TQ -✓✓ the horizontal distance from the center line of the cranes
rotation to the center of gravity of the load
*articulating boom crane
• load radius (ABL) -✓✓ the horizontal distance from the center of the cranes rotation to
the center of the rotator
*articulating boom loader
• net capacity -✓✓ the total weight a crane may lift after the load handling deductions
have been subtracted from the gross capacity
*net after deduction
• general safely precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. a fire extinguisher (min 5.BC rating) must be
maintained on the crane or vehicle at all times
2. Do not refuel the vehicle while the engine is running
• general precautions of control systems :check for the following *TQ -✓✓ 1. control
function labels must be legible
2. ensure that controls return freely to their neutral position before engaging power
source
3. ensure that o reload protection (OLP) systems have not been compromised
• Manual control systems: check for the following -✓✓ 1. flooring of elevated stand-up
platforms must be made of slip-resistant material
, 2. elevated stand-up platforms must have designated handholds to access and egress
the platform. do not use controls to hoses as handholds
3. TQ**** use three-point contact (both feet and one hand, or both hands and one foot)
for access and egress of elevated platforms
• cable and remote controls: check for the following *TQ -✓✓ 1. to prevent unauthorized
operation, switch the remote OFF and remove the key when not in use
2. never walk backwards when using the remote control
• top set control station *TQ -✓✓ only one person may occupy the operators station area
(except during training)
• ancillary attachments: general precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. do not exceed the load rating of
the attachment; note that the attachments load rating may bless than the cranes rating
2. account for any load handling deductions (Ex. weight of attachments)
3. when using pallet forms. make sure the fork tines are entered under the load to
balance the load and lift level
4. do not push down on the lifting attachment with the boom
5. do not allow lifting attachments to push upward on the boom
6. never lift personnel lifting device that is approved by the crane manufacturer and is
attached or pinned to the last boom extension
• Articulating boom loader a d fork assembly:general precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. use the
right attachment for materials to be lifted
2. the plastic supports on tieback of the fork must closely fit the load to prevent shifting
and damage the load
3. the load shall rest on the load handling forks evenly and be engaged in a manner that
places the load center of gravity directly on or between the forks
4. the swivel fork must always be able to float freely and never allow the fork or load to
rest against the crane boom
• Articulating boom loader and fork assembly: safety precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. test the
fork control functions prior to use improper rotation or accidental opening of form tines
may cause the loss of a load
2. to maintain stability, keep the load as close to the ground and as short a radius as
practical
3. during transport, the fork assembly must be stowed and secured on the vehicle on
such a manner that it cannon swing out
4. overloading the fork assembly could cause the form assembly to open uncontrollably
5. when handling drywall, close the fork as soon as the los clears the truck bed or
ground surface
6. the transport of persons is prohibited using a fork assembly attachment under any
conditions- no riders on forks or load
7. when practical, the load should be clamped between tines and backrest of the fork
assembly
8. the tine locking devices shall be in the locked position for all lifts load shift or load loss
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
• anti-two block device -✓✓ a device that prevents two blocking from occurring if crane
is used with load hoist mechanism
• column (mast) *TQ -✓✓ the vertical structure of the crane between the inner(main)
boom and base
• designated person -✓✓ a person selected or assigned by the employer or employers
representative as being competent to perform specific duties
• extension cylinders -✓✓ the hydraulic cylinders used to extend and react boom
extensions
• gross capacity -✓✓ the capacity listed on the cranes load chart
*no deductions
• load radius (ABC) *TQ -✓✓ the horizontal distance from the center line of the cranes
rotation to the center of gravity of the load
*articulating boom crane
• load radius (ABL) -✓✓ the horizontal distance from the center of the cranes rotation to
the center of the rotator
*articulating boom loader
• net capacity -✓✓ the total weight a crane may lift after the load handling deductions
have been subtracted from the gross capacity
*net after deduction
• general safely precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. a fire extinguisher (min 5.BC rating) must be
maintained on the crane or vehicle at all times
2. Do not refuel the vehicle while the engine is running
• general precautions of control systems :check for the following *TQ -✓✓ 1. control
function labels must be legible
2. ensure that controls return freely to their neutral position before engaging power
source
3. ensure that o reload protection (OLP) systems have not been compromised
• Manual control systems: check for the following -✓✓ 1. flooring of elevated stand-up
platforms must be made of slip-resistant material
, 2. elevated stand-up platforms must have designated handholds to access and egress
the platform. do not use controls to hoses as handholds
3. TQ**** use three-point contact (both feet and one hand, or both hands and one foot)
for access and egress of elevated platforms
• cable and remote controls: check for the following *TQ -✓✓ 1. to prevent unauthorized
operation, switch the remote OFF and remove the key when not in use
2. never walk backwards when using the remote control
• top set control station *TQ -✓✓ only one person may occupy the operators station area
(except during training)
• ancillary attachments: general precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. do not exceed the load rating of
the attachment; note that the attachments load rating may bless than the cranes rating
2. account for any load handling deductions (Ex. weight of attachments)
3. when using pallet forms. make sure the fork tines are entered under the load to
balance the load and lift level
4. do not push down on the lifting attachment with the boom
5. do not allow lifting attachments to push upward on the boom
6. never lift personnel lifting device that is approved by the crane manufacturer and is
attached or pinned to the last boom extension
• Articulating boom loader a d fork assembly:general precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. use the
right attachment for materials to be lifted
2. the plastic supports on tieback of the fork must closely fit the load to prevent shifting
and damage the load
3. the load shall rest on the load handling forks evenly and be engaged in a manner that
places the load center of gravity directly on or between the forks
4. the swivel fork must always be able to float freely and never allow the fork or load to
rest against the crane boom
• Articulating boom loader and fork assembly: safety precautions *TQ -✓✓ 1. test the
fork control functions prior to use improper rotation or accidental opening of form tines
may cause the loss of a load
2. to maintain stability, keep the load as close to the ground and as short a radius as
practical
3. during transport, the fork assembly must be stowed and secured on the vehicle on
such a manner that it cannon swing out
4. overloading the fork assembly could cause the form assembly to open uncontrollably
5. when handling drywall, close the fork as soon as the los clears the truck bed or
ground surface
6. the transport of persons is prohibited using a fork assembly attachment under any
conditions- no riders on forks or load
7. when practical, the load should be clamped between tines and backrest of the fork
assembly
8. the tine locking devices shall be in the locked position for all lifts load shift or load loss
