NCCCO - National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators OSHA Crane Regulations 29 CFR 1

Question 1

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1416, how frequently must the crane operator perform a visual inspection of the equipment before beginning work?

Accepted Answer

Before each shift

Answer

Once per week, at the start of each work week

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Once per month, documented in a logbook

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Before every individual lift

Question 2

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1431, what percentage of a personnel platform's rated capacity must be used as the proof test load before hoisting personnel?

Accepted Answer

125%

Answer

100%

Answer

110%

Answer

150%

Question 3

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1415, which safety device is required on ALL equipment covered by Subpart CC to prevent the hook block from contacting the boom tip?

Accepted Answer

Anti-two-block device

Answer

Load moment indicator (LMI)

Answer

Boom angle indicator

Answer

Rated capacity limiter

Question 4

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1404, who is required to direct crane assembly and disassembly (A/D) operations?

Accepted Answer

A qualified person serving as A/D director

Answer

The crane operator assigned to the equipment

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A competent person designated by the employer

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The general contractor's site superintendent

Question 5

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1412, how frequently must a comprehensive inspection of covered crane equipment be conducted by a qualified person?

Accepted Answer

Every 12 months

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Every 6 months

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Every 24 months

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Every 3 years

Question 6

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1417, what action must a crane operator take if continuing a lift would exceed the equipment's rated capacity?

Accepted Answer

Stop the operation and refuse to proceed until the concern is resolved

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Proceed at a reduced hoisting speed to minimize dynamic loading

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Obtain verbal authorization from the site safety officer before continuing

Answer

Reduce the boom radius to compensate for the excess load weight