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CATEGORY 3 NON-CAB OPERATED CRANE
SAFETY 2026 EXAM COMPLETE CURRENT
TESTING (193) QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
CORRECT ANSWERS|TOP-RATED A+.
CRANE
Prepare for your Category 3 Non-Cab Operated Crane Safety
Exam with this focused study guide. It covers crane operation
principles, load handling, safety protocols, rigging practices,
and OSHA compliance standards. Emphasizes hazard
recognition, safe operating procedures, and practical
application of crane safety knowledge. Suitable for operators
and safety personnel preparing for Category 3 non-cab operated
crane certification.
Bridge cranes with rated capacities of 20,000 lbs. or greater
are classified as ______ cranes ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER .......
Category 2
The expiration date that is of particular importance to crane
operators is ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... The certification
expiration date of the crane
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Who is primarily responsible for evaluating a Crane
Operators physical and emotional fitness ✓ ✓ ......
ANSWER ....... crane operator
A monorail hoist with less than 20,000 lbs. capacity is a
________________ crane. ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER .......
Category 3
Components that control, restrain, or position the load, and
upon failure would cause dropping, shifting or uncontrolled
movement of the loads are ____________. ✓ ✓ ......
ANSWER ....... load controlling parts
All of the following require a license to operate EXCEPT a: ✓
✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Non-cab operated category 3-
bridge crane
What is two-blocking and why is two-blocking dangerous?
✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Two-blocking occurs when the
hook block comes in contact with the upper sheave block
during hoisting of the hook. It is dangerous because it could
result in damage to the crane, parting of the hoist lines, and
dropping the load.
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The formula for determining the area of a triangular shaped
object is: ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Base x Height
divided by 2
When are operators required to perform a pre-use check of
the crane? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Prior to the first use
of the crane each day.
Regardless of the method of communication used all crane
signals must be ____________________. ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER
....... clear
Synthetic web slings should NOT be used in areas where
temperatures exceed 194 degrees Fahrenheit. ✓ ✓ ......
ANSWER ....... True
If an object is 6 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 4 feet high, what is
the volume of the object? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... 120
cubic feet
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Is it necessary for the operator to see the load or work area?
✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Not if there is a designated
signal person who is in control of the lift and is in view of the
operator, or if the signal giver is in constant radio contact
with the operator.
What is "inching"? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Performing
a motion very slowly, a little at a time
The majority of crane accidents are attributed to which of
the following? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Personnel error
Crane operators at naval activities may be required to
operate various types of cranes for which they hold a
license. Which of the following can best assure operator
proficiency and safety? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Be
familiarized by a qualified person before operating the crane
for the first time
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable method of
communication between the signal person and the crane
operator? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Signal Flags
CATEGORY 3 NON-CAB OPERATED CRANE
SAFETY 2026 EXAM COMPLETE CURRENT
TESTING (193) QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
CORRECT ANSWERS|TOP-RATED A+.
CRANE
Prepare for your Category 3 Non-Cab Operated Crane Safety
Exam with this focused study guide. It covers crane operation
principles, load handling, safety protocols, rigging practices,
and OSHA compliance standards. Emphasizes hazard
recognition, safe operating procedures, and practical
application of crane safety knowledge. Suitable for operators
and safety personnel preparing for Category 3 non-cab operated
crane certification.
Bridge cranes with rated capacities of 20,000 lbs. or greater
are classified as ______ cranes ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER .......
Category 2
The expiration date that is of particular importance to crane
operators is ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... The certification
expiration date of the crane
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Who is primarily responsible for evaluating a Crane
Operators physical and emotional fitness ✓ ✓ ......
ANSWER ....... crane operator
A monorail hoist with less than 20,000 lbs. capacity is a
________________ crane. ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER .......
Category 3
Components that control, restrain, or position the load, and
upon failure would cause dropping, shifting or uncontrolled
movement of the loads are ____________. ✓ ✓ ......
ANSWER ....... load controlling parts
All of the following require a license to operate EXCEPT a: ✓
✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Non-cab operated category 3-
bridge crane
What is two-blocking and why is two-blocking dangerous?
✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Two-blocking occurs when the
hook block comes in contact with the upper sheave block
during hoisting of the hook. It is dangerous because it could
result in damage to the crane, parting of the hoist lines, and
dropping the load.
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The formula for determining the area of a triangular shaped
object is: ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Base x Height
divided by 2
When are operators required to perform a pre-use check of
the crane? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Prior to the first use
of the crane each day.
Regardless of the method of communication used all crane
signals must be ____________________. ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER
....... clear
Synthetic web slings should NOT be used in areas where
temperatures exceed 194 degrees Fahrenheit. ✓ ✓ ......
ANSWER ....... True
If an object is 6 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 4 feet high, what is
the volume of the object? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... 120
cubic feet
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Is it necessary for the operator to see the load or work area?
✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Not if there is a designated
signal person who is in control of the lift and is in view of the
operator, or if the signal giver is in constant radio contact
with the operator.
What is "inching"? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Performing
a motion very slowly, a little at a time
The majority of crane accidents are attributed to which of
the following? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Personnel error
Crane operators at naval activities may be required to
operate various types of cranes for which they hold a
license. Which of the following can best assure operator
proficiency and safety? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Be
familiarized by a qualified person before operating the crane
for the first time
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable method of
communication between the signal person and the crane
operator? ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... Signal Flags
