Thinking of self-qualifying as a signalperson and rigger? Take this quiz.
Self-Qualifying Quiz
Q1: What effect does boom deflection have on picking a load from a truck?
A. The load will be heavier
B. The crane may become unstable
C. The load will swing away from the crane
Q2: What does this signal mean:
A. Swing right
B. All done
C. Stop
Q3: In the following picture using an endless strap, what strap rating should be used?
A. Vertical pick
B. Basket
C. Choke
Q4: What does the following signal mean?
A. Bolt it up
B. Thread two straps together
C. Dog everything
Q5: Trucking transport chains are hoisting grade.
A. True
B. False
Q6: No reduction needs to be made in a chain when choking.
A. True
B. False
Q7: When using radios what statement is true?
A. Voice signals must be repetitive
B. Voice signals must be loud
Q8: Under the new OSHA standard when must qualified riggers be used? Check all that apply.
A. When inspecting rigging
B. When connecting a load
C. When rigging a load
D. Whenever workers are within the fall zone
Q9: Under the new OSHA standard, who must understand crane dynamics?
A. Crane operator and rigger
B. Crane operator and connectors
C. Crane operator and signalperson
Q10: A signalperson must have his/her qualifications documented and available on the jobsite before lifting a load.
A. True
B. False