CGM Equipment Operation & Safety Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the correct procedure for safely dismounting a running riding mower to remove a debris obstruction from the discharge chute?

Accepted Answer

Disengage the blade, shift to neutral, set the parking brake, then shut off engine

Answer

The full sequence — disengage blade, neutral, parking brake, engine off — eliminates all movement energy before any contact with the equipment.

Question 2

A chainsaw operator must wear all of the following PPE EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Chemical-resistant rubber apron

Answer

Chainsaw PPE includes chaps, eye protection, gloves, and hearing protection, but a chemical-resistant apron is not required for chainsaw use.

Question 3

When using a backpack sprayer to apply herbicide along a property boundary, the operator should walk in which direction relative to the wind?

Accepted Answer

With the wind at their back to drift spray forward

Answer

Walking with the wind at your back allows the spray to drift onto the target ahead of you while keeping the operator out of the chemical cloud.

Question 4

Which pre-operational check is MOST critical before operating an aerial lift (man-lift) for tree canopy work?

Accepted Answer

Inspecting the platform controls, safety harness anchor, and outrigger stability

Answer

Platform controls, fall-arrest anchor points, and outrigger deployment are the three systems most directly tied to preventing fall or tip-over fatalities.

Question 5

What is the minimum safe clearance distance from energized overhead power lines for grounds equipment with non-insulated booms less than 50 feet long?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

Answer

OSHA 1910.333 requires at least 10 feet of clearance from energized lines up to 50 kV for uninsulated equipment.

(CGM) Certified Grounds Manager Practice Test

(CGM) Certified Grounds Manager Practice Test

CGM Equipment Operation & Safety Procedures 3