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2A MASS HOISTING LICENSE | QUESTION AND ANSWERS |
VERIFIED AND WELL DETAILED ANSWERS | LATEST EXAM
UPDATE
Define load work radius? - CORRECT ANSWER - The area around a machine
that should be barriicated because of the load or swing
What are outriggers? - CORRECT ANSWER - Side extension that add
Stability to the machine.
How far back from the edges of a trench should the spoils to be pilled -
CORRECT ANSWER - 2feet
Is it permissible to straddle a trench with a backhoe? why? - CORRECT
ANSWER - No. It could cause cave ins
What is a trench? - CORRECT ANSWER - A narrow excavation 5ft or more
below ground surface.
An operator of an excavator working a short distance from where u are
operating is rendered unconscious when the bucket of his excavator hits an
electrical line. After safetly securing your machine, what is the first procedure
for u to fallow. - CORRECT ANSWER - Determine if the electrical hazard
still exists aboard the excavator.
Where the operator of an excavating machine is exposed to overhead hazards
what is required? - CORRECT ANSWER - A cab with shatter proof glass.
What are quick exit requirements for a trench or excavation? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Ladder, stairs, or a ramp within 25ft of a worker, ladders should be
sticking out 3ft above the edge of trench.
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Who is allowed to operate an excavating machine? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Only a licensed operator
What must be done before starting a demolition of a building? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The DPS is notified. Ensure that the building is empty and all
utilities are disconnected.
What is an excavation? - CORRECT ANSWER - A cavity, opening or cut
formed in the earth by digging scooping or removing soil.
If the boom on your machine came in contact with high-tension electrical line,
what do u do? - CORRECT ANSWER - Stay in the machine. Call for help. If
you have to jump out jump with all limbs together and shuffle away. Call DPS
with 1hr.
What points on your machine should u inspect everyday. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Circle check, fluids, lights, tires ect.
Is it all right to undercut the sides of an excavation? - CORRECT ANSWER -
No
List 3 possible sources of superimposed loads in the vicinity of a trench or
excavation? - CORRECT ANSWER - Tools, equipment, trucks, spoils and
machinery.
What does ANSI stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - American National
Standards Institute
What does NIOSH stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health
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What does MUTCD stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Manual on Unified
Traffic Control Devices
The machanical method of demolition by means of a swing weight, clam shell
bucket, power shovel, backhoe, front end loader, or tee bar, shall be done in
accordance of what provision? - CORRECT ANSWER - No more than 150ft
in height, excluding chimneys,silos,towers. 1/3 of height must be protected
below.
What is the best way to load a truck? - CORRECT ANSWER - From the side.
Starting from front to rear.
How should u approach a truck? - CORRECT ANSWER - Slow and square.
How should u carry the load to the truck? - CORRECT ANSWER - Low to the
ground no higher than 18"
How should u position the bucket when loading from a stockpile? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Parallel to the pile and low to the ground.
When driving a loader down a hill. - CORRECT ANSWER - Raise the bucket
How far should u stay away from power lines. - CORRECT ANSWER - 10' up
to125kv. 15'if 125 to250 and25ft
If over250kva
What can cause fishtailing when towing a trailer? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Incorrect weight distribution, low tire pressure, excessive speed, poor road
condition.
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When backfilling a trench Is it advisable to use the side of the bucket in a
sweeping motion? - CORRECT ANSWER - No it can cause mechanical
failure.
What are dipper stick extensions used for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Attached
to the backhoe to give additional digging depth and range
When towing, not trailering, a backhoe or loader. What speed should u not
exceed? - CORRECT ANSWER - 5mph
What does articulate mean on a loader? - CORRECT ANSWER - Bends in the
middle
What is the safest way to enter or exit a backhoe? - CORRECT ANSWER - 3
points of contact, never face forward.
What is 3-points enter or exit method? - CORRECT ANSWER - 2 feet and 1
hand or 2 hands 1 foot
What is the left peddle for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Brake.
What is the right peddle for? - CORRECT ANSWER - Accelerator
What is meant by the words coupling the brakes? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Mechanically joining the brakes peddles to use as one.
When do u need to couple the break. - CORRECT ANSWER - When driving
on public road for along distance.
Describe a slow-moving vehicle triangle? - CORRECT ANSWER - A red sign
with orange center
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