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Personnel hoisting: practice questions

Our Crane Operator bank has 10 questions on this topic. Here are 5 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.

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Question 1

What is the maximum rated load for a personnel platform lift with respect to crane capacity?

  1. 100%
  2. The total weight must not exceed 50% of the rated capacity at the radius and configuration
  3. 75%
  4. 25%
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B. The total weight must not exceed 50% of the rated capacity at the radius and configuration — 1926.1431(f).

Question 2

What test must be done on a personnel platform before hoisting personnel?

  1. A drop test at 200% of the platform's rated capacity
  2. A visual check from the ground by the signal person only, without any test lift at all
  3. A trial lift and a proof test at 125% of the platform's rated capacity
  4. A wind test at full boom extension without a load
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C. A trial lift and a proof test at 125% of the platform's rated capacity — Repeat the trial lift when the crane moves or configuration changes.

Question 3

What fall protection must workers in a personnel platform use?

  1. A rope tied to their waist
  2. None
  3. A personal fall arrest system attached to the platform or hook block as specified
  4. Only a hard hat
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C. A personal fall arrest system attached to the platform or hook block as specified — 1926.1431(m).

Question 4

What must be done before hoisting personnel in a platform?

  1. Lift workers without testing
  2. Only a visual check
  3. A trial lift with the platform loaded to at least its anticipated weight
  4. Nothing
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C. A trial lift with the platform loaded to at least its anticipated weight — A pre-lift meeting is also required.

Question 5

When may cranes be used to hoist personnel?

  1. Only when conventional means (e.g. scaffolds, aerial lifts) would be more hazardous or not possible
  2. Only on weekends
  3. Whenever convenient
  4. Never
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A. Only when conventional means (e.g. scaffolds, aerial lifts) would be more hazardous or not possible — 1926.1431.

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