Fall 2025/2026 Update | 100% Correct
Question 1
What are two things a compound mitre saw does best at the same time?
Correct Answer
Bevel and mitre cuts can be made at the same time.
Question 2
Which of the following statements best describe the group controller?
Correct Answer
It coordinates the movement of multiple cars
Question 3
What does the designation 3/8" 6 X 30 improved plow steel mean?
Correct Answer
It is a high strength cable with 6 strands composed of 30 wires per strand?
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,Question 4
How high would you block up a counterweight frame before roping that had a counterweight buffer height of 32", rope
strectch of 12"; bottom counterweight runby of 18"; and pit depth of 8 feet?
Correct Answer
62"
Question 5
When choosing planks for hoisting, what must be considered?
Correct Answer
Use only scaffold grade lumber
Question 6
Which is an advantage of lang lay ropes over regular lay ropes?
Correct Answer
They are more flexible
Question 7
The finished pit floor is normally poured to the
Correct Answer
lower web of the buffer channel
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, Question 8
What devices would you use to prevent the machine bedplate from lifting on one end as the elevator starts or stops?
Correct Answer
Tie downs
Question 9
When the pit directional limit switch is actuated, the normal circuits will allow the car to run
Correct Answer
Up
Question 10
Which of the following is correct when using a portable working platform during rail installation?
Correct Answer
The hoisting cable and operational controls should be inspected daily prior to using the working platform.
Question 11
Which lay of wire rope has the strand wires in line with the rope axis?
Correct Answer
Regular Lay
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