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MASS 1A HOISTING EXAM LATEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM WITH
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100%
VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Name some requirements for securing an excavation - ANSWER-
Make it safe for public, cover open holes at night, fill in or secure
area with fence, secure equipment
When is it permissible to allow equipment to straddle an open
trench - ANSWER-Never
What is meant by coupling the brakes - ANSWER-Locking the 2
break pedals together
When May chains be used in hoisting - ANSWER-Never
When can chain slings be used - ANSWER-As long as they are in
accordance with osha requirements
What is the best way to load a truck - ANSWER-From the side not
the rear load front to back
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What are the rules regular ding exhaust saftey - ANSWER-Work
area must be properly ventalated
What color paint is used to pre mark trench - ANSWER-White
When do you need a gas test - ANSWER-Anytime you smell gas
or think you hit a gas line
When driving a four wheel backhoe up a steep hill what should be
done - ANSWER-Fill front bucket with dirt
Where is the operators manual found - ANSWER-In the machine
What is the average hydraulic pressure of a lul - ANSWER-1,800
lbs psi to 2,400 lbs psi
What is the total force exerted on a 4" cylinder at 1,800 psi -
ANSWER-4x3.14=12.56 x 1,800 = 22,608 lbs of force
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Where should the approved hand signals be posted - ANSWER-
On the machine
What is the weakest part of a hydraulic system - ANSWER-Hoses
What causes starving of hydraulic system - ANSWER-Low fluid,
dirty filter, leaks, linked hoses
Who has the right of way when operating equipment - ANSWER-
Pedestrian
Lost some reasons why you would replace a hose - ANSWER-
Broken, cracked, chafed, bulging or leaking
What is considered superimposed weight around a trench or work
area - ANSWER-Any weight that is not normally there, vehicles,
spoil
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If you cannot see where the work is being done, do not move
unless you have what? - ANSWER-A signal person who has a
clear view of the operation directing you
What is a tag line - ANSWER-A line used to control the loads
being handled by hoisting equipment
When can you carry a load over someone - ANSWER-Never
What are the purpose of mats, steel plates and timber pads -
ANSWER-Distribution of weight
Who is responsible for safe operation of the machine - ANSWER-
The operator
What should you look for before starting work - ANSWER-Soft
soil, wet areas, power lines, wells, dig safe marks for other utilities
What should you do with open trenches or holes at the end of the
day - ANSWER-Cover or backfill unless you have fencing
MASS 1A HOISTING EXAM LATEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM WITH
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100%
VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED|| ||BRANDNEW!!!||
Name some requirements for securing an excavation - ANSWER-
Make it safe for public, cover open holes at night, fill in or secure
area with fence, secure equipment
When is it permissible to allow equipment to straddle an open
trench - ANSWER-Never
What is meant by coupling the brakes - ANSWER-Locking the 2
break pedals together
When May chains be used in hoisting - ANSWER-Never
When can chain slings be used - ANSWER-As long as they are in
accordance with osha requirements
What is the best way to load a truck - ANSWER-From the side not
the rear load front to back
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What are the rules regular ding exhaust saftey - ANSWER-Work
area must be properly ventalated
What color paint is used to pre mark trench - ANSWER-White
When do you need a gas test - ANSWER-Anytime you smell gas
or think you hit a gas line
When driving a four wheel backhoe up a steep hill what should be
done - ANSWER-Fill front bucket with dirt
Where is the operators manual found - ANSWER-In the machine
What is the average hydraulic pressure of a lul - ANSWER-1,800
lbs psi to 2,400 lbs psi
What is the total force exerted on a 4" cylinder at 1,800 psi -
ANSWER-4x3.14=12.56 x 1,800 = 22,608 lbs of force
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Where should the approved hand signals be posted - ANSWER-
On the machine
What is the weakest part of a hydraulic system - ANSWER-Hoses
What causes starving of hydraulic system - ANSWER-Low fluid,
dirty filter, leaks, linked hoses
Who has the right of way when operating equipment - ANSWER-
Pedestrian
Lost some reasons why you would replace a hose - ANSWER-
Broken, cracked, chafed, bulging or leaking
What is considered superimposed weight around a trench or work
area - ANSWER-Any weight that is not normally there, vehicles,
spoil
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If you cannot see where the work is being done, do not move
unless you have what? - ANSWER-A signal person who has a
clear view of the operation directing you
What is a tag line - ANSWER-A line used to control the loads
being handled by hoisting equipment
When can you carry a load over someone - ANSWER-Never
What are the purpose of mats, steel plates and timber pads -
ANSWER-Distribution of weight
Who is responsible for safe operation of the machine - ANSWER-
The operator
What should you look for before starting work - ANSWER-Soft
soil, wet areas, power lines, wells, dig safe marks for other utilities
What should you do with open trenches or holes at the end of the
day - ANSWER-Cover or backfill unless you have fencing
