Practice References (6) - Safe Crane Operations - Construction Engineering & Management

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Question 1.
What do outriggers do?
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Think about how a table needs legs to stand.
Question 2.
How far should cranes be from high voltage lines?
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Remember the OSHA guidelines mentioned.
3Question 3.
What is the minimum distance a crane should maintain from high voltage lines?
- 1 meter
- 3 meters
- 5 meters
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Remember the specific number mentioned in the guidelines.
4Question 4.
True or False: Wind loads do not affect crane operations.
- True
- False
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Think about when operations must cease.
Question 5.
A crane must lift a load to a height of 65 meters while positioned 25 meters away from its axis of rotation. Based on a crane range diagram, what boom length would be required?
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Refer to the height and distance during intersections on the range diagram.
Question 6.
A crane is set up on unstable ground without proper mats for the outriggers. What potential outcomes could arise from this setup?
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Consider the consequences of instability in crane operations.

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