Crane Safety Quiz

What are the four major types of crane accidents that can occur?

• Contact with power lines

• Overturns

• Falls

• Mechanical Failure

How far must you be from power lines at a minimum, while operating a crane?

• 10 feet

• 15 feet

• 20 feet

A crane is needed in a construction site where there are power lines present. What is the first thing an operator must do before starting work?

• Lower load onto capacities and restrictions

• Review location and voltage

• Determine the best way to move materials and place machinery

When operating a crane:

• Designated operators

• Any worker on the site

• Inspectors

Crane operators are required to meet which of the following requirements when using a crane near power lines?

• Be able to distinguish wires, pipes, and signs

• Explain different methods required for power line contact

Cranes can be overturned as a result of unknown load weights. As a crane operator, how can you ensure that loads will exceed the load chart ratings?

• Boom length

• Counterweight

• Load weight

• Center of gravity

What must your employer take precautions to ensure that equipment and workers remain safe when power lines are close to crane operations?

• When power lines will be closer than 10 feet to crane operations

• When power lines will be closer than 15 feet to crane operations

• When power lines will be closer than 20 feet to crane operations