NEIEP Mechanics Exam – Verified Questions & Detailed A+
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What is the time constant for a circuit with 150KOhms and a 2 microfarad capacitor? - ANSWER
.3 seconds
What must be done before checking pump drive belts on a hydraulic elevator - ANSWER Pull
the main disconnect switch
Which of the following best describes the danger posed be the counterweight assembly when
you are riding the car top? - ANSWER It run close by in the opposite direction
Why must you place a hydraulic elevator car on jack posts before servicing the packing head? -
ANSWER Because a hydraulic elevator is supported by a column of oil.
Why can't Elevator Constructors use a metal ladder? - ANSWER Metal ladders conduct
electricity
What is the function of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter? - ANSWER To detect and
imbalance in current between the hot and nuetral wires
How do you determine the correct angle from the vertical for placing a ladder - ANSWER
Measure out a distance of 1/4 the height.
,Who is required to furnish you the necessary safety equipment? - ANSWER Your employer
What device must be in working condition in order to use an elevator car sling as a running
platform - ANSWER The governor and safeties.
What hazardous condition can occur if the weight of the temporary car and counterweight are
not kept nearly equal? - ANSWER Traction could be lost
What is the name of the document that lists the hazards of a substance? - ANSWER Material
Safety Data Sheet or Safety Data Sheet
Who is responsible for making sure barricades are kept in place? - ANSWER Everyone on the
job
Who is primarily responsible for your safety on the job? - ANSWER You, Yourself
Which agency guarantees your right to a safe workplace? - ANSWER OSHA
Which of the following is not a typical elevator repair? - ANSWER
Which of the following makes a good substitute for a ladder? - ANSWER Never substitute
anything
How should you proceed to et a toolbox to the machine room when climbing a vertical ladder?
- ANSWER Climb the ladder and pull the box up with a rope
What is the safest way to lubricate hoist ropes? - ANSWER With a rope lubricator
,What supports a hydraulic elevator? - ANSWER The column of oil inside the jack
What is the first thing you must do before performing any service on an elevator - ANSWER
Place barricades at the upper and lower ends
When a roller bearing needs to be pressed onto a shaft, what type of allowance does the shaft
have? - ANSWER Negative allowance
How are threads specified on metric bolts? - ANSWER
What is the tolerance accepted in the elevator industry? - ANSWER +- 1/64
What type of locking device uses a second nut run up against the first which flattens when
tightened? - ANSWER
How many possible views are there available from drawings using orthographic projections? -
ANSWER
Best Describe Layout Drawings - ANSWER A mechanical drawing showing plans and
elevation views of the elevator installation
What document provides information on the number of doors for an installation and their
color? - ANSWER Job Abstract
What is the purpose of the elevation view found in the final layouts? - ANSWER To show
vertical locations and dimensions of elevator components.
, The floor heights for the Wilton Towers are as follows; sub-basement- 10'2"; subbasement to
basement-12'5"; basement to lobby-22'8"; lobby to the 11th floor-120'5"; and to the executive
floor-16'5". What is the total travel for an elevator that travels from ht ebasement floor level to
the executive floor level? - ANSWER 159' 5"
DBG at the top-7' 11 5/32"
DBG at the bottom- 7' 10 17/64"
What is the difference? - ANSWER
You have been tasked with unloading 177 boxes from the company truck and moving them into
a storage area. By noon you have moved 103 boxes. What percentage of the load has been
moved? - ANSWER 58%
The counterweight must weigh 40% of the car capacity plus the weight of the assembled car. If
the assembled car weighs 3800 lbs. and has a capacity of 2500lbs. what must the counterweight
weigh? - ANSWER 5100lbs
What is the most important piece of equipment you have when using a power saw? - ANSWER
Safety Glasses
When using a circular saw... - ANSWER The base is not adjustable for cutting depth.
What functions can load weighing transducer perform - ANSWER Adjust door times, bypass
hall calls, and adjust motor control
What prevents manila rope from unraveling? - ANSWER Whipping
Answers
< (Latest 2025 Edition | Elevator Industry Educational Program
Prep) >
What is the time constant for a circuit with 150KOhms and a 2 microfarad capacitor? - ANSWER
.3 seconds
What must be done before checking pump drive belts on a hydraulic elevator - ANSWER Pull
the main disconnect switch
Which of the following best describes the danger posed be the counterweight assembly when
you are riding the car top? - ANSWER It run close by in the opposite direction
Why must you place a hydraulic elevator car on jack posts before servicing the packing head? -
ANSWER Because a hydraulic elevator is supported by a column of oil.
Why can't Elevator Constructors use a metal ladder? - ANSWER Metal ladders conduct
electricity
What is the function of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter? - ANSWER To detect and
imbalance in current between the hot and nuetral wires
How do you determine the correct angle from the vertical for placing a ladder - ANSWER
Measure out a distance of 1/4 the height.
,Who is required to furnish you the necessary safety equipment? - ANSWER Your employer
What device must be in working condition in order to use an elevator car sling as a running
platform - ANSWER The governor and safeties.
What hazardous condition can occur if the weight of the temporary car and counterweight are
not kept nearly equal? - ANSWER Traction could be lost
What is the name of the document that lists the hazards of a substance? - ANSWER Material
Safety Data Sheet or Safety Data Sheet
Who is responsible for making sure barricades are kept in place? - ANSWER Everyone on the
job
Who is primarily responsible for your safety on the job? - ANSWER You, Yourself
Which agency guarantees your right to a safe workplace? - ANSWER OSHA
Which of the following is not a typical elevator repair? - ANSWER
Which of the following makes a good substitute for a ladder? - ANSWER Never substitute
anything
How should you proceed to et a toolbox to the machine room when climbing a vertical ladder?
- ANSWER Climb the ladder and pull the box up with a rope
What is the safest way to lubricate hoist ropes? - ANSWER With a rope lubricator
,What supports a hydraulic elevator? - ANSWER The column of oil inside the jack
What is the first thing you must do before performing any service on an elevator - ANSWER
Place barricades at the upper and lower ends
When a roller bearing needs to be pressed onto a shaft, what type of allowance does the shaft
have? - ANSWER Negative allowance
How are threads specified on metric bolts? - ANSWER
What is the tolerance accepted in the elevator industry? - ANSWER +- 1/64
What type of locking device uses a second nut run up against the first which flattens when
tightened? - ANSWER
How many possible views are there available from drawings using orthographic projections? -
ANSWER
Best Describe Layout Drawings - ANSWER A mechanical drawing showing plans and
elevation views of the elevator installation
What document provides information on the number of doors for an installation and their
color? - ANSWER Job Abstract
What is the purpose of the elevation view found in the final layouts? - ANSWER To show
vertical locations and dimensions of elevator components.
, The floor heights for the Wilton Towers are as follows; sub-basement- 10'2"; subbasement to
basement-12'5"; basement to lobby-22'8"; lobby to the 11th floor-120'5"; and to the executive
floor-16'5". What is the total travel for an elevator that travels from ht ebasement floor level to
the executive floor level? - ANSWER 159' 5"
DBG at the top-7' 11 5/32"
DBG at the bottom- 7' 10 17/64"
What is the difference? - ANSWER
You have been tasked with unloading 177 boxes from the company truck and moving them into
a storage area. By noon you have moved 103 boxes. What percentage of the load has been
moved? - ANSWER 58%
The counterweight must weigh 40% of the car capacity plus the weight of the assembled car. If
the assembled car weighs 3800 lbs. and has a capacity of 2500lbs. what must the counterweight
weigh? - ANSWER 5100lbs
What is the most important piece of equipment you have when using a power saw? - ANSWER
Safety Glasses
When using a circular saw... - ANSWER The base is not adjustable for cutting depth.
What functions can load weighing transducer perform - ANSWER Adjust door times, bypass
hall calls, and adjust motor control
What prevents manila rope from unraveling? - ANSWER Whipping
