NCCCO Overhead Crane Test (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| Graded A| 100% Correct
NCCCO Overhead Crane Test (New 2023/
2024 Update) Questions and Verified
Answers| Graded A| 100% Correct
QUESTION
What should an operator first determine before making a lift?
Answer:
weight of the load
QUESTION
A wire rope designated as 6 X 19 has?
Answer:
6 strands with 19 wires
QUESTION
What is the safe working load (SWL) of a wire rope defined as?
Answer:
breaking strength divided by safety factor
QUESTION
What is the vertical movement of an overhead crane controlled by?
Answer:
hoist controller
QUESTION
Swinging loads can be controlled by the use of the ?
Answer:
bridge or trolley controls
QUESTION
What is the first step in a daily inspection?
Answer:
main switch locked in off position
QUESTION
If the load does not balance properly after being raised, what step should be taken?
Answer:
lower the load to the ground
QUESTION
When making a lift, what position should the trolley be in?
Answer:
vertical to the load
QUESTION
What position should all controllers be in when energizing?
Answer:
either neutral or off
QUESTION
ASME B.30.2 states that the minimum number of wraps on the hoisting drum should never be
less than ______________unless a lower limit device is provided.
Answer:
two wraps
QUESTION
Before leaving a crane cab unattended, any attached load shall be?
Answer:
landed
QUESTION
What is the purpose of the upper limit switch (the only one required by OSHA)?
Answer:
limit the hoist travel
QUESTION
When any machinery or apparatus is found to be defective or inoperative on the crane, the
person discovering this condition should do what?
Answer:
report it to the supervisor
QUESTION
If a loss of power occurs, what should the crane operator do?
Answer:
put controllers in off position
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its rated load marked on it
Overhead cranes with more than one hoisting unit shall have what?
removes power to entire crane
What is the purpose of the “E” (Emergency) stop on an overhead crane?
once a month
How often does O.S.H.A. require a written wire rope inspection?
five
Most loads should be rigged to within how many degrees of level?
5 to 1
According to ASME B30.2, what is the safety factor for rigging?
daily to monthly
According to O.S.H.A. frequent Inspections shall be performed when?
designated person
According to ASME B30.2 a frequent inspection must be performed by a?
10 degrees
According to ASME B30.2, the maximum twist of the hook can’t exceed?
pitted or burned
When inspecting electrical contacts, what are the signs they are bad?
10BC
According to ASME B30.2, what type of fire extinguisher is required for overhead cranes?
lowered to the floor
Before leaving an overhead crane unattended, attached loads should be?
follow company policy
Before using your hand to steady any load, you should?
clearly marked on the side of the crane
According to OSHA, the rated capacity of all overhead cranes shall be?
the lower the spreader angle the greater the tension
When attaching spreaders to any load, you must keep in mind of what?
basket, vertical, choker
What is the order of hitch strength?
15% of its original size
According to OSHA, the maximum hook throat opening must not exceed what?
30 cubic feet
How many cubic feet is in a rectangular object that measures 5 ft. X 3 ft. X 2 ft.?
5,400 lbs
An object weighs 150 lbs per cubic foot and measures 4 ft. X 3 ft. X3 ft., what is its weight?
3 wraps
According to OSHA, how many wraps must be left on the hoist drum of an overhead crane with the hook at its lowest position?
shift
The upper limit switch of all overhead cranes shall be tested every?
hoist controller
What is the vertical movement of an overhead crane is controlled by?
bridge and trolley controller
A swinging load should be controlled by the?
check the main switch
What should be the first step in a daily inspection of an overhead crane?
lower load to the floor
What should be done with an unbalanced load?
vertically over the load’s center of gravity
When making a lift, where should the load block be positioned?
neutral
When energizing the crane, the controller should be in what position?
starting and during movement
According to A.S.M.E., warning signals shall be given when?
one
According to A.S.M.E.B30.2, an overhead crane equipped with a lower limit device can have how many wraps left on the drum at its lowest point?
during the first lift
According to O.S.H.A., when is the proper time to check the hoist brake?
anyone
In the event of an emergency, who may give the stop signal?
untwisted
According to ASME B30.2, before lifting a load the hoist ropes will be free of kinks and?
4,500 pounds
An object weighs 150 pounds per cubic foot, it measures 5′ long X 3′ wide X 2′ high, how much does it weigh?
limit hoist travel
What is the purpose of the upper limit switch?
personnel
According to O.S.H.A. the operator shall not hoist loads above?
near the upper limit
Where should the hook block be positioned for shutdown?
supervisor
Whose responsibility is it to select the proper rigging equipment?
weight of the load
What should an operator first determine before making a lift?
6 strands with 19 wires
A wire rope designated as 6 X 19 has?
breaking strength divided by safety factor
What is the safe working load (SWL) of a wire rope defined as?
hoist controller
What is the vertical movement of an overhead crane controlled by?
bridge or trolley controls
Swinging loads can be controlled by the use of the ?
main switch locked in off position
What is the first step in a daily inspection?
lower the load to the ground
If the load does not balance properly after being raised, what step should be taken?
vertical to the load
When making a lift, what position should the trolley be in?
either neutral or off
What position should all controllers be in when energizing?
two wraps
ASME B.30.2 states that the minimum number of wraps on the hoisting drum should never be less than ______________unless a lower limit device is provided.
landed
Before leaving a crane cab unattended, any attached load shall be?
limit the hoist travel
What is the purpose of the upper limit switch (the only one required by OSHA)?
report it to the supervisor
When any machinery or apparatus is found to be defective or inoperative on the crane, the person discovering this condition should do what?
put controllers in off position
If a loss of power occurs, what should the crane operator do?
30 cubic feet
An object to be lifted is rectangular in shape and measures 5′ long x 3′ wide x 2′ high. What is the volume of this object?
install cribbing to increase surface bearing area
A floor weight limitation is posted at 700 pounds per square foot maximum. Before lowering a load down onto this floor that is calculated at 900 pounds per square foot, what must be done?
the distance it takes one strand to make one complete revolution around the center core
The term “Lay Length” when referring to wire rope is equal to?
determining if the rigging equipment meets all criteria established by law
According to OSHA, rated capacity rigging charts will aid you when?
greater than 60 degrees
If possible, always try to keep horizontal sling angles at what degree?
a shackle
Whenever a situation calls for placing both ends of a sling into a hook or placing more than one sling into a hook, what piece of rigging hardware for making this connection should be used?
by applying loads to rigging equipment more slowly when lifting
How can shock loading of rigging equipment be prevented?
rails
What are the runways on which the crane runs up and down the plant called?
3.5 to 1
What is the minimum safety factor for overhead crane wire ropes?
ASME B30.2
Which of the following standards applies to overhead cranes?
a)OSHA 1910.134
b)ASME B30.5
c)PCSA 1926.550
d)ASME B30.2
pendant
What type of control operation do Floor operated overhead cranes use?
reversing power for stopping
The term plugging refers to?
first position
When hoisting, which position of the hoist controller will result in the slowest speed?
3,800 lbs
Steel Plate weighs 40 pounds per inch, What is the approximate weight of a steel plate 8 ft. long, 5 ft. wide and 3 inches thick?
qualified engineer
Overhead cranes may be modified provided they are checked thoroughly by a?
safety latch
All hooks should come equipped with a?
wind indicators
Which device shall be provided for outdoor stored bridge cranes?
all legs don’t always share equal parts of the load
What precaution should be observed when using 3 and 4 legged bridles?
near to the limit switches
Extreme caution should be used when using the hoist for lifting?
inching
What is the term used to describe very short movements during hoisting operations?
O.S.H.A 1910.179
Which of the following regulations applies to overhead cranes?
a)O.S.H.A. 1910.179
b)A.S.M.E. B30.5
c)O.S.H.A. 1910.180
d)A.S.M.E. B30.3
rated capacity
Which item listed below, must be marked on all overhead cranes?
a)Manufacturer name.
b)Maximum capacity.
c)Rated capacity.
d)Model of crane.
consult your supervisor for the proper method to remove the defective item from service
Whenever rigging equipment is found to be defective, what step should be taken?
change battery at beginning of shift
When using a remote or radio control, it is important to?
highest capacity rating
Before using rigging, the operator should be aware of the?
an area where it will not cause an unsafe condition
Overhead cranes should be parked in?
sound a warning signal
What should you do when the hook or load is moving above personnel?
specifically authorized by a responsible person
Cranes shall not be used for side pulls unless?
the switch or circuit breaker
According to OSHA, power supply to the runway shall be controlled by?
recommend safety
ASME B30 standards are designed to?
B30.2
What is the ASME volume that pertains to overhead cranes?
shall not be used as an operating control
The hoist limit switch which controls the upper limit of the load block.. (finish phrase)
alloy
According to OSHA, what type of chain should be used by an overhead crane?
wires in one lay
According to ASME B30.2, the removal criteria for regular lay wire rope is four broken wires in one strand, in one lay or twelve randomly distributed broken..(finish phrase)
1910.184
Which OSHA regulation listed below can you find information about hoisting slings?
a) 1910.184
b) 1910.550
c) 1910.180
d) 1910.601
bridge travel
When given the signal (stop signal), what will the operator do?
lower to the floor and adjust the rigging
If the load does not balance after raising it off the floor, what steps should you take?
daily to monthly
According to OSHA, frequent inspections are to be performed at what intervals?
qualified engineer
If a crane is modified and re-rated it must be checked thoroughly by a?
manufacturer
Who should establish a maintenance program for an overhead crane?
during the shift
When shall inspection of below the hook devices be performed?
ASME B30.20
Which of the ASME standards listed are for below the hook lifting devices?
a) ASME B30.20
b) ASME B30.19
c) ASME B30.79
d) ASME B30.10
change battery at the beginning of the shift
When preparing to use a remote or radio control device, it is important to?
qualified person
Who can authorize side loading of an overhead crane?
prevent strain on electric cord
What is the purpose of a restraining cord used on the pendant control box of an overhead crane?
pitting and wear
When inspecting the electrical connectors on the trolley of an overhead crane, which of the following is cause for concern?
a) No warning label.
b) Un-even welds.
c) Pitting and wear.
d) Lagging and wire rope.
the wire rope
Which of the items listed below is effected the most by side loading an overhead crane?
a) The trolley rails.
b) The wire rope.
c) The drum lagging.
d) The bridge girder.
spreader beam
Long loads should be handled by which of these below the hook lifting devices?
safe place out of the way
Where is the best place to park an overhead crane?
palm up, fingers closed, thumb pointing in direction of motion, jerk the hand horizontally
Describe what signal is a Trolley Travel?