Sling and Hoist Quiz

What are slings used for?

• To apply a mechanical force

• To handle loads

• To measure weight

• To secure bolts

Which of the following is a type of sling?

• Metal mesh fabric

• Wooden beam

• Plastic sheet

• Rubber band

Which material is NOT mentioned as a type of sling?

• Alloy steel chain

• Synthetic rope

• Wooden plank

• Synthetic webbing

Which of the following is NOT a type of hitch?

• Vertical

• Choker

• Basket

• Cable

Which term refers to the total amount of what is being lifted?

• Rated capacity

• Load

• Hitch

• Wire rope

Which of the following is a type of rigging configuration?

• Load

• Hitch

• Wire rope

• Rated capacity

Which term is used for the configuration connecting a sling to a hoist hook?

• Wire rope

• Load

• Hitch

• Rated capacity

What is the term for the total amount of what is being lifted?

• Rated capacity

• Load

• Hitch

• Wire rope

What are sheaves used for in rigging?

• To tie ropes together

• To change the direction of a rope’s pull

• To measure the tension in a rope

• To secure a load to a crane

What must be securely attached to each sling?

• A weight label

• An identification tag

• A color code

• A length measurement