CPO CPO Emergency Procedures & Incident Response

Question 1

What is the first action an operator should take if a concrete pump boom contacts an overhead power line?

Accepted Answer

Stay in the cab and call 911, warning others to stay away from the machine

Answer

Climb down immediately to call for help

Answer

Use a wooden stick to push the boom away from the line

Answer

Continue pumping while slowly lowering the boom

Question 2

When should a concrete pump operator activate the emergency stop?

Accepted Answer

Whenever a person is in danger, equipment is malfunctioning, or an unsafe condition is observed

Answer

At the end of every pour

Answer

Only when the engine overheats

Answer

When the hopper is empty

Question 3

What should be done if a worker is struck by or trapped under the concrete pump boom?

Accepted Answer

Activate emergency stop, call 911, and do not move the victim unless directed by emergency responders

Answer

Immediately restart the pump to clear concrete

Answer

Attempt to lift the boom manually

Answer

Continue the pour and address the injury after work

Question 4

What is the correct response if a concrete pipeline suddenly bursts during pumping?

Accepted Answer

Immediately stop the pump, relieve pressure, and evacuate the hazard zone

Answer

Increase pump pressure to push the clog through

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Cap the burst end with your hand while shutting down

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Reduce pump speed and continue operation

Question 5

Which document must be completed after any on-site accident or near-miss involving a concrete pump?

Accepted Answer

Incident/accident report

Answer

Purchase order

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Daily concrete delivery ticket

Answer

Equipment maintenance log only

Question 6

What is the primary hazard during a concrete pump rollover incident?

Accepted Answer

Operator crush injury and potential fuel/hydraulic fluid fire

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Concrete spilling onto the road

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Loss of the pump warranty

Answer

Concrete hardening inside hoses