NCCCO Regulatory Compliance & Industry Standards 5

Question 1

Under OSHA Subpart CC, what action must be taken if a crane's load line becomes kinked or shows evidence of damage?

Accepted Answer

Remove the wire rope from service immediately

Answer

OSHA 1926.1413 requires that wire rope showing kinking, crushing, or other damage be removed from service immediately.

Question 2

Which federal agency enforces crane safety regulations on general industry and construction sites in the United States?

Accepted Answer

OSHA

Answer

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is the federal agency responsible for enforcing crane safety regulations.

Question 3

A crane operator's NCCCO certification is about to expire. What must the operator do to maintain certified status?

Accepted Answer

Meet recertification requirements including written examination

Answer

NCCCO recertification requires operators to pass written examinations to demonstrate continued competency before certification expires.

Question 4

Which ASME B30 volume covers overhead and gantry cranes used in industrial settings?

Accepted Answer

ASME B30.2

Answer

ASME B30.2 covers top-running bridge and gantry type multiple-girder overhead cranes.

Question 5

Under OSHA 1926.1430, employers must ensure that crane operators are evaluated how often to confirm competency?

Accepted Answer

Annually by a qualified evaluator

Answer

OSHA 1926.1430 requires employers to evaluate operator performance at least every 12 months to ensure safe operation.

NCCCO (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) Practice Test