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A comprehensive overview of the key knowledge required for the nccco lattice boom general certification exam. It covers a wide range of topics related to the safe operation and maintenance of lattice boom cranes, including load charts, stability, rigging, wire rope, and safety devices. Structured in a question-and-answer format, with each question accompanied by a verified correct answer. This format makes it an excellent resource for crane operators preparing for the nccco exam, as well as for those seeking to expand their general knowledge of lattice boom crane operations. Essential topics such as wind load limits, boom configuration, load chart interpretation, and crane setup and disassembly procedures. By studying this document, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding of the key principles and best practices for the safe and effective use of lattice boom cranes in a variety of work environments.
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The lattice boom is designed to take winds of up to 20 mph. from the side plus a full rated load, plus a direct side load equal to what percent of the rated load? - ✔✔2% The part of the load chart governed by stability is based on what percentage of capacity while a crawler crane is working over the side quadrant? - ✔✔A. 75% The most unstable working quadrant for a crawler crane is the; - ✔✔Side What type of capacity is listed on a crane load chart? - ✔✔Static If the manufacture of a particular crane does not specifically permit pick and carry operations what procedure must be followed during this operation? - ✔✔Don't make any pick and carry lifts What is the main purpose of a jib/extension? - ✔✔To extend reach higher or up and over When the number of layers of rope on a drum increase the line pull___________. - ✔✔Decreases When handling boom sections, the best place for slings to be attached is; - ✔✔At the pin connections at the ends of the top chords Placing timber blocking under the tips of the tracks on a crawler crane will; - ✔✔Make the crane more stable What is the major effect of stopping suddenly a rapid swing while operating long boom crane? - ✔✔Action may cause the crane boom collapse and/or overturn the crane
According to B30.10 hooks shall be removed from service when the throat opening exceeds _____ the original throat opening. - ✔✔5% On a crawler crane ground bearing pressure is greatest where? - ✔✔Over the corner During disassembly of a long boom, the pendant lines are connected at the maximum cantilever point and the boom is slightly lifted off the ground, which boom connection pins are to be removed next? - ✔✔The bottom pins ahead of the cantilever point Most crane manufactures require the load chart capacities must be reduced when wind speed reaches; - ✔✔20 mph The definition of cantilever of a lattice boom crane is; - ✔✔The boom suspended past the pendant connections What chart do you use when operating a crane on a barge; - ✔✔List chart According to OSHA, Jibs must have a positive ________ from backwards overturning - ✔✔Stop Mobile cranes on barges shall be - ✔✔Physically attached to the barge When a crane is properly barricaded, what is the clearance required all the way around 360 degrees between the superstructure and the barricade when swung 360 degrees? - ✔✔2 feet According to ASME B30.5 a fire extinguisher shall have a rating of __________ and shall be available at all operator's stations or cabs of the equipment. - ✔✔10 BC or higher When assembling a lattice boom crane the top pins of the boom sections should be inserted; - ✔✔First Block hoisting sheaves should have a minimum pitch diameter of at least________ the rope diameter. - ✔✔16 times
Boom length is defined as? - ✔✔Center of the boom attachment pin (heel pin, foot pin, pivot pin), to the center of the boom tip sheaves The most common type of wire rope in general use is; - ✔✔Right regular lay How many randomly distributed broken wires are caused for considering replacement of a standard running rope? - ✔✔Three broken wires in in one strand in one lay On a standing rope, how many broken wires need to be broken at an end connection before replacing the rope? - ✔✔ 2 According to ASME B30.5 Mobile Crane Standard, in rotation resistant rope, how many randomly distributed broken wires is caused for consideration for replacement of the rope? - ✔✔Two broken wires in six rope diameters According to OSHA 1926.1412, how often should all running ropes in service be visually inspected ___________ and in accordance with ____________. - ✔✔Each shift, 1926.1413(a) The definition of a lay length of a wire rope is; - ✔✔The length along the rope in which on strand makes a complete revolution around the rope. Boom hoisting sheaves shall have pitch diameter of not less than ____ the nominal diameter of the rope used. - ✔✔15 times Load- hoisting sheaves shall have a pitch diameter not less than _______ the nominal diameter of the rope used. - ✔✔18 times When rotation resistant ropes are used in boom hoisting reeving systems, sheaves used shall have a rope pitch diameter of not less than? - ✔✔18 times Load capacity charts for crawler cranes are based on which percentage of tipping capacities? - ✔✔75%
The additional load that occurs when a crane experiences sudden starts and stops is known as what? - ✔✔Dynamic loading What is a luffing jib? - ✔✔A jib that can change radius and angles independent of the main boom When a lattice crane is in a Tower configuration and the crane has a variable position gantry, the gantry should be in which position? - ✔✔In the full up position How far can a freely suspended lattice boom be erected beyond the pendant connections? - ✔✔Varies by manufacture The tipping axis of a crawler crane; - ✔✔Depends if the idler or sprocket are in line or offset from the track rollers. Lattice boom cranes manufactured after 2- 28 - 92 must have which safety device installed? - ✔✔Anti-two block warning device Lattice boom cranes manufactured after 11- 8 - 2011 must have which safety device installed - ✔✔Anti- two block prevention device If you move a crawler crane from soft ground to hard ground, ground bearing pressure will; - ✔✔Increase What is the minimum design factor required for a pendants or standing ropes shall not be less than? - ✔✔3. Live or running ropes used in boom erection conditions the design factor shall not be less than? - ✔✔3. Standing ropes or pendant lines used in boom erection conditions the design factor shall not be less than? - ✔✔2. D to d ratio means what? - ✔✔Sheave diameter or Pitch diameter divided by wire rope diameter