360 ABOVE 10TONNE LATEST
CPCS TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
If the machine's rated capacity/object handling capacity chart is not
available for reference, what other method can be used to determine the
machine's lifting capacity? - ANSWERS-No other method can be used,
the manufacture's data must be used at all times.
State the purpose of the check valve(s) located on the boom cylinder
rams. - ANSWERS-To prevent the boom lowering unintentionally (such
as when the engine stops/pipe bursts).
What particular and specific hazards can affect the stability of the
machine when working on old industrial (brownfield) sites? -
ANSWERS-Old workings and soft ground due to contamination.
Explain the purpose of a lift plan. - ANSWERS-Details how the lifting
operation must be carried out, and what equipment and resources are
required.
The safe working load (SWL) or working load limit (WLL) of a multi-
leg chain sling only applies in whag two conds or configurations. -
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, 360 ABOVE 10TONNE LATEST
CPCS TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
ANSWERS-When each leg is equally loaded and each leg is within 90
degrees of the others.
What is the nearest distance allowed to gas pipes when excavating with
the machine? - ANSWERS-0.5m.
The operator has been asked to drive the machine onto a
transporter/trailer.
a) Who is responsible for the loading operations and
b) State four actions to be considered by the operator before loading
commences. - ANSWERS-a) The transporter driver.
b) 1: Ground support.
2: Trailer ramp conditions.
3: Positioning of trailer.
4: Direction for travel onto trailer.
What is the purpose of the counterweight of the machine? - ANSWERS-
To minimise the overturning effect of the load for the configuration.
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, 360 ABOVE 10TONNE LATEST
CPCS TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
When must a banksman/signaller be used before moving an excavator? -
ANSWERS-When the operator is unable to see in the direction of travel.
If the operator has to top-up the hydraulic oil, state two precautions to
ensure cleanliness of the system. - ANSWERS-1: Clean the filler/access
cap and area before removing and.
2: Transfer oil into the tank using clean equipment.
Apart from the operator, who else may need to use the machine's
operator's manual? - ANSWERS-Maintenance staff, supervisors, fitters
and transporter drivers.
When working in a confined area or space:
a) What danger can be present with regards to the counterweight of the
machine.
b) When should measures be taken and.
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CPCS TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
If the machine's rated capacity/object handling capacity chart is not
available for reference, what other method can be used to determine the
machine's lifting capacity? - ANSWERS-No other method can be used,
the manufacture's data must be used at all times.
State the purpose of the check valve(s) located on the boom cylinder
rams. - ANSWERS-To prevent the boom lowering unintentionally (such
as when the engine stops/pipe bursts).
What particular and specific hazards can affect the stability of the
machine when working on old industrial (brownfield) sites? -
ANSWERS-Old workings and soft ground due to contamination.
Explain the purpose of a lift plan. - ANSWERS-Details how the lifting
operation must be carried out, and what equipment and resources are
required.
The safe working load (SWL) or working load limit (WLL) of a multi-
leg chain sling only applies in whag two conds or configurations. -
END OF
PAGE
1
, 360 ABOVE 10TONNE LATEST
CPCS TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
ANSWERS-When each leg is equally loaded and each leg is within 90
degrees of the others.
What is the nearest distance allowed to gas pipes when excavating with
the machine? - ANSWERS-0.5m.
The operator has been asked to drive the machine onto a
transporter/trailer.
a) Who is responsible for the loading operations and
b) State four actions to be considered by the operator before loading
commences. - ANSWERS-a) The transporter driver.
b) 1: Ground support.
2: Trailer ramp conditions.
3: Positioning of trailer.
4: Direction for travel onto trailer.
What is the purpose of the counterweight of the machine? - ANSWERS-
To minimise the overturning effect of the load for the configuration.
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PAGE
2
, 360 ABOVE 10TONNE LATEST
CPCS TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 -
2027
When must a banksman/signaller be used before moving an excavator? -
ANSWERS-When the operator is unable to see in the direction of travel.
If the operator has to top-up the hydraulic oil, state two precautions to
ensure cleanliness of the system. - ANSWERS-1: Clean the filler/access
cap and area before removing and.
2: Transfer oil into the tank using clean equipment.
Apart from the operator, who else may need to use the machine's
operator's manual? - ANSWERS-Maintenance staff, supervisors, fitters
and transporter drivers.
When working in a confined area or space:
a) What danger can be present with regards to the counterweight of the
machine.
b) When should measures be taken and.
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