NCCER Into To Basic Rigging Module 6 Exam
Questions With Verified Answers
During a rigging operation if an emergency happens who has the authority to give the emergency stop
hand signal?
Anyone on the ground who is in sight of the crane operator
The recommendation when lifting a load higher than __________ is to use two choker hitches.
12 feet
A hand-operated winching device that should never be used for vertical overhead lifting is a _____
come-along
All chain hoists use a ____________ to lift heavy loads.
gear systems
A _____________ is used on alloy steel chain slings.
Grab Hook
Shackles for most overhead lifting are made of _________ due to the need for increased toughness.
forged steel
When a wire rope sling appears to be damaged, who makes the decision to keep it in service a
_________
competent person
The temperatures that most alloy steel chain slings can be used in are up to ______________
500F or 260C
The maximum load weight a sling or piece of hardware or equipment can hold or lift.
rated capacity
If the identification tag on a synthetic slings is missing or illegible , the sling must be
___________________
removed from service immediately
The size of a shackle is determined by the diameter of its ____________
body
A device that applies a mechainical force for lifting or lowering a load.
hoist
When a load has no attachment points that are practical for lifting it is best to use a
__________________
choker hitch
, A lifting clamp is most likely to be used to move loads such as _____________
steel plates
A piece of rigging hardware used to couple the end of a wire rope to eye fittings , hooks , or other
connections is a ____________
shackle
Synthetic slings must be inspected ________________
before every use
Identification tags for slings must include the ________________
manufacturer's name or trademark
Chain hoist are able to lift heavy loads by utilizing a ________________
gear system
An alloy steel chain sling must be removed from service if there is evidence that
____________________
replacement links have been used to repair the chain
A type of wire rope that is susceptible to low heat damage is ________________
fiber core
Before attempting to lift a load with a chain make sure ________________________
the load is properly balanced
Which hitch allows slings to be connected to the same load without using a spreader beam?
bridle hitch
The emergency hand stop signal used by a riggers must extend both arms ____________________
horizontally with palms down and quickly move both arms back and forth
A coupling device used in an appropriate lifting apparatus to connect the rope to eye fittings, hooks,
or other connectors.
shackle
The safe and efficient practice of load manipulation, using proper communication and handling
techniques.
load control
Cord attached to the strands of an endless loop sling. Used to detemrine if an endless sling has been
stretched or overloaded.
tattle-tail
Questions With Verified Answers
During a rigging operation if an emergency happens who has the authority to give the emergency stop
hand signal?
Anyone on the ground who is in sight of the crane operator
The recommendation when lifting a load higher than __________ is to use two choker hitches.
12 feet
A hand-operated winching device that should never be used for vertical overhead lifting is a _____
come-along
All chain hoists use a ____________ to lift heavy loads.
gear systems
A _____________ is used on alloy steel chain slings.
Grab Hook
Shackles for most overhead lifting are made of _________ due to the need for increased toughness.
forged steel
When a wire rope sling appears to be damaged, who makes the decision to keep it in service a
_________
competent person
The temperatures that most alloy steel chain slings can be used in are up to ______________
500F or 260C
The maximum load weight a sling or piece of hardware or equipment can hold or lift.
rated capacity
If the identification tag on a synthetic slings is missing or illegible , the sling must be
___________________
removed from service immediately
The size of a shackle is determined by the diameter of its ____________
body
A device that applies a mechainical force for lifting or lowering a load.
hoist
When a load has no attachment points that are practical for lifting it is best to use a
__________________
choker hitch
, A lifting clamp is most likely to be used to move loads such as _____________
steel plates
A piece of rigging hardware used to couple the end of a wire rope to eye fittings , hooks , or other
connections is a ____________
shackle
Synthetic slings must be inspected ________________
before every use
Identification tags for slings must include the ________________
manufacturer's name or trademark
Chain hoist are able to lift heavy loads by utilizing a ________________
gear system
An alloy steel chain sling must be removed from service if there is evidence that
____________________
replacement links have been used to repair the chain
A type of wire rope that is susceptible to low heat damage is ________________
fiber core
Before attempting to lift a load with a chain make sure ________________________
the load is properly balanced
Which hitch allows slings to be connected to the same load without using a spreader beam?
bridle hitch
The emergency hand stop signal used by a riggers must extend both arms ____________________
horizontally with palms down and quickly move both arms back and forth
A coupling device used in an appropriate lifting apparatus to connect the rope to eye fittings, hooks,
or other connectors.
shackle
The safe and efficient practice of load manipulation, using proper communication and handling
techniques.
load control
Cord attached to the strands of an endless loop sling. Used to detemrine if an endless sling has been
stretched or overloaded.
tattle-tail
