RSP Signal Person Responsibilities & Communication 2

Question 1

When must a signal person be used during crane operations?

Accepted Answer

When the point of operation is not in full view of the operator

Answer

OSHA requires a signal person whenever the operator cannot see the load, the load path, or the landing zone.

Question 2

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a signal person?

Accepted Answer

Alerting the operator to hazards in or near the swing radius

Answer

A key duty of the signal person is to watch for hazards, especially in the crane's swing radius, and communicate them to the operator.

Question 3

What should a signal person do if they lose sight of the load during a lift?

Accepted Answer

Signal the operator to stop immediately

Answer

If the signal person loses sight of the load, they must immediately signal the operator to stop until visibility is restored.

Question 4

When two signal persons are used simultaneously on a job site, how should signals be coordinated?

Accepted Answer

One designated signal person should give all signals at any one time

Answer

Only one signal person should give signals to the operator at any given time to prevent confusion and accidents.

Question 5

A signal person notices an overhead power line in the crane's path that the operator may not see. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately give the stop signal and alert the operator to the hazard

Answer

Overhead power lines are critical hazards requiring an immediate stop signal and direct communication to the operator.

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