360 Above 10Tonne CPCS Exam
Questions Correctly Answered.
List six typical subject areas that should be covered in a site induction. - CORRECT ANSWER First aid /
Escape routes / Lifting operations / Working at heights / Site layout and welfare facilities Working in
confined spaces / Method statements... ect.
What is the main purpose or the rated capacity indicator (RCI) or load moment indicator (LMI)? -
CORRECT ANSWER To provide the operator within a specified tolerance with warnings that the load is
both approching rated capacity and has exceeded the rated capacity.
If the machine is being travelled or working on the public highway, the road traffic act applies.
a: What type of licence and which class should the operator hold and
b: What is the minimum age allowed? - CORRECT ANSWER a: A full UK driving license bearing class b
(wheeled) and class h (tracked).
b: 21 years of age (+7.5 tonne).
Name three ways that a plant operator can contribute towards repeat business with the client or
principal contractor. - CORRECT ANSWER 1: Co-operating with other workers.
2: Working efficiently.
3: Working safely.
Who determines the lifting/object handling capacity of the machine? - CORRECT ANSWER The
manufacturer.
If the operator has loaded the machine onto a transporter/trailer on behalf of a driver, what checks
must be carried out before they leave the cab? - CORRECT ANSWER The machine and components (for
example dipper) are in the agreed position, hydraulic operated components grounded and pressure
removed, cab door shut and windows shut.
, When parking the machine at the end of the shift, name three places where the machine should NOT be
parked. - CORRECT ANSWER 1: Soft ground.
2: Steep ground.
3: Wet ground.
Describe two actions to be taken for an open trench at the end of a working day. - CORRECT ANSWER 1:
Barriers.
and
2: Warning signs.
Indicating an open trench.
What three main duties of the health and safety at work act must employees follow? - CORRECT
ANSWER 1: Protect themselves and other who may be affected by their acts.
2: Co-operate with the employer.
3: Not interfere with health and safety issues.
Why are plant operators generally regarded as 'safety-critical' workers? - CORRECT ANSWER Their
actions (with the machine) coule have significant health and safety consequences for themselves and
others.
If a hook is fitted to the machine for lifting purposes, what must be checked before use? - CORRECT
ANSWER It is fitted with a working clip to prevent the accesory from slipping out.
Why should different soils be segregated during excavating? - CORRECT ANSWER For re-use on or off
site.
Before lowering into or moving a drag box into a trench, what trench-related checks must br made? -
CORRECT ANSWER That all workers are out and clear of the trench.
Why should long loads be lifted using a swivelling type lifting accessory? - CORRECT ANSWER The load
can be kept clear of fouling any parts of the excavator whilst allowing minimum radius.
Questions Correctly Answered.
List six typical subject areas that should be covered in a site induction. - CORRECT ANSWER First aid /
Escape routes / Lifting operations / Working at heights / Site layout and welfare facilities Working in
confined spaces / Method statements... ect.
What is the main purpose or the rated capacity indicator (RCI) or load moment indicator (LMI)? -
CORRECT ANSWER To provide the operator within a specified tolerance with warnings that the load is
both approching rated capacity and has exceeded the rated capacity.
If the machine is being travelled or working on the public highway, the road traffic act applies.
a: What type of licence and which class should the operator hold and
b: What is the minimum age allowed? - CORRECT ANSWER a: A full UK driving license bearing class b
(wheeled) and class h (tracked).
b: 21 years of age (+7.5 tonne).
Name three ways that a plant operator can contribute towards repeat business with the client or
principal contractor. - CORRECT ANSWER 1: Co-operating with other workers.
2: Working efficiently.
3: Working safely.
Who determines the lifting/object handling capacity of the machine? - CORRECT ANSWER The
manufacturer.
If the operator has loaded the machine onto a transporter/trailer on behalf of a driver, what checks
must be carried out before they leave the cab? - CORRECT ANSWER The machine and components (for
example dipper) are in the agreed position, hydraulic operated components grounded and pressure
removed, cab door shut and windows shut.
, When parking the machine at the end of the shift, name three places where the machine should NOT be
parked. - CORRECT ANSWER 1: Soft ground.
2: Steep ground.
3: Wet ground.
Describe two actions to be taken for an open trench at the end of a working day. - CORRECT ANSWER 1:
Barriers.
and
2: Warning signs.
Indicating an open trench.
What three main duties of the health and safety at work act must employees follow? - CORRECT
ANSWER 1: Protect themselves and other who may be affected by their acts.
2: Co-operate with the employer.
3: Not interfere with health and safety issues.
Why are plant operators generally regarded as 'safety-critical' workers? - CORRECT ANSWER Their
actions (with the machine) coule have significant health and safety consequences for themselves and
others.
If a hook is fitted to the machine for lifting purposes, what must be checked before use? - CORRECT
ANSWER It is fitted with a working clip to prevent the accesory from slipping out.
Why should different soils be segregated during excavating? - CORRECT ANSWER For re-use on or off
site.
Before lowering into or moving a drag box into a trench, what trench-related checks must br made? -
CORRECT ANSWER That all workers are out and clear of the trench.
Why should long loads be lifted using a swivelling type lifting accessory? - CORRECT ANSWER The load
can be kept clear of fouling any parts of the excavator whilst allowing minimum radius.
