with Definitive Solutions
Which of the following is a term used to describe a body harness used in
conjunction with a shock absorbing lanyard? - Answer: Personal fall arrest system
A mechanic is working on a construction job, and finds the carpenter using a
powder activated tool to anchor wall track. Of the following, which precaution
should the mechanic take? - Answer: Wear hearing protection
Which is the best way to communicate with your coworkers while you are in the
machine room and they are working in the pit? - Answer: Two-way radio
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,A mechanic hurts their back while lifting a heavy box. A doctor diagnoses a
"strain". What type of Injury did they sustain? - Answer: Muscle stretched beyond
limits
You are about to step to a car top. After activating the top of car stop switch and
the inspection switch, what is the next step to verify that they work? - Answer:
Close the hoist way doors and set up a hall call
What safety device might you encounter in a hydraulic elevator pit? - Answer:
Plunger gripper
What is the most serious consequence of incorrect lifting? - Answer: Spinal injury
What is called the "silent killer" - Answer: The counter weight
A mechanic needs to ride on the car top, but a top-of car operating device is not
available. What should the mechanic do? - Answer: Establish communication with
a qualified person in the car
You are about to perform routine maintenance on an elevator. After applying a
lock and a tag, what step should you take? - Answer: Verify no power with
appropriate test equipment
When does ASME A17.1 require a pit ladder to be installed? - Answer: When pit
depth exceeds 35"
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, A mechanic is taking a trouble call in a dumbwaiter, and realizes he must stand on
the car top, what should the dumbwaiter be equipped with? - Answer: Car
safeties
When working around electricity, which of the following safety precautions should
be followed? - Answer: Remove jewelry and metal frames glasses
When are elevator constructors permitted to ride inside a 400lb. Capacity
dumbwaiter - Answer: They are not permitted to ride inside any dumbwaiter
Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring adequate lighting at a work site? -
Answer: You
Your mechanic asks you to perform a job site inspection and you find a serious
OSHA violation. Who would you notify first? - Answer: Your mechanic
What are the two most common causes of accidents to members of the general
public on elevators? - Answer: Trips and falls, and being struck by the doors
Before shortening a governor rope, what safety steps should be taken? - Answer:
LOTO and support tension sheave
You aren't sure if a particular hoistway is considered a permit-required confined
space. Where can you find more information? - Answer: OSHA 29 CFR 1926 code
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