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CATEGORY 3 NON-CAB OPERATED
EXAM TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2026
Bridge cranes with rated capacities of 20,000 lbs. or greater are classified as
______ cranes - correct-answer -Category 2
The expiration date that is of particular importance to crane operators is - correct-
answer -The certification expiration date of the crane
Who is primarily responsible for evaluating a Crane Operators physical and
emotional fitness - correct-answer -crane operator
A monorail hoist with less than 20,000 lbs. capacity is a ________________ crane.
- correct-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
____________. - correct-answer -load controlling parts
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All of the following require a license to operate EXCEPT a: - correct-answer -Non-
cab operated category 3-bridge crane
What is two-blocking and why is two-blocking dangerous? - correct-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.
The formula for determining the area of a triangular shaped object is: - correct-
answer -Base x Height divided by 2
When are operators required to perform a pre-use check of the crane? - correct-
answer -Prior to the first use of the crane each day.
What should be done when leaving a crane at the end of the work shift? - correct-
answer -Raise blocks into the upper limit switch
Ensure all controls are in the neutral or "off" position
CATEGORY 3 NON-CAB OPERATED
EXAM TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
UPDATED 2026
Bridge cranes with rated capacities of 20,000 lbs. or greater are classified as
______ cranes - correct-answer -Category 2
The expiration date that is of particular importance to crane operators is - correct-
answer -The certification expiration date of the crane
Who is primarily responsible for evaluating a Crane Operators physical and
emotional fitness - correct-answer -crane operator
A monorail hoist with less than 20,000 lbs. capacity is a ________________ crane.
- correct-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
____________. - correct-answer -load controlling parts
, 2
All of the following require a license to operate EXCEPT a: - correct-answer -Non-
cab operated category 3-bridge crane
What is two-blocking and why is two-blocking dangerous? - correct-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.
The formula for determining the area of a triangular shaped object is: - correct-
answer -Base x Height divided by 2
When are operators required to perform a pre-use check of the crane? - correct-
answer -Prior to the first use of the crane each day.
What should be done when leaving a crane at the end of the work shift? - correct-
answer -Raise blocks into the upper limit switch
Ensure all controls are in the neutral or "off" position
