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AERIAL PLATFORM FINAL EXAMINATION

1. Whose responsibility is it to make sure that the person operating the aerial platform is
trained?

a. The rental company

b. The owner of the equipment
c. The owner of the company
d. All of the above

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2. The major reason aerial platform safety training is so important is:

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a. It’s the law.
b. It protects the workers.
c. It reduces the company’s operating cost.

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d. All the above.

3. The number one cause of fatalities of aerial lift accidents is:

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a. Tip over.

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b. Electrocution.
c. Falls.
d. Improper maintenance.

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4. Once you are trained you can operate any type of aerial lift.

a. True
b. False

5. For safe operation of the aerial lift, you should be:

a. Trained.
b. Authorized.
c. Qualified.
d. All of the above.

6. If you are taking prescription or over-the-counter drugs, you should:

a. Operate at a slower pace.

b. Don’t take them while you are operating.
c. Obtain medical advice on whether it is ok to operate an aerial platform.
d. Don’t ask, don’t tell.

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7. Aerial platforms are required to have all warning labels visible and legible.

a. True
b. False

8. The Operation and Maintenance manual is to be on the machine at all times.

a. True
b. False

9. When, on a boom supported aerial lift platform, is the operator required to use a harness
and lanyard?

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a. When moving the aerial platform from one end of the yard to the other.

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b. When maneuvering the machine for repairs.
c. When operating at heights above 10 feet.
d. The operator is always required to use a harness and lanyard.

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10. Before operating an aerial platform the operator must:

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a. Do a pre-shift inspection.
b. Be trained on that particular model.

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c. Have read and understood the operator’s manual.
d. All the above.

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11. Owners must keep records for at least 3 years of:

a. Names of persons trained to operate the aerial platform(s).

b. Frequent Inspections.
c. Annual inspections.
d. All of the above.

12. If the aerial lift has an insulated boom, it must be dielectrically tested before using it near
high voltage lines.

a. True
b. False

13. ANSI standards requires the aerial platform to be inspected:

a. Annually.
b. At the start of the day or the beginning of a shift.
c. Every three months or 150 hours.
d. All of the above.

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14. Pre-operation inspections can:

a. Improve safety.
b. Reduce down time.
c. Reduce cost.
d. All the above.

15. When defects are noted during the pre-operation inspection, it is OK to continue to use
the aerial platform until the job is completed.

a. True b. False

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16. When checking for propane leaks it is best to:

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a. Use a soapy solution.
b. Use a match or lighter.

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c. Smell for leaks.
d. All the above.

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17. When checking for leaks in high pressure hoses, it is ok to use your bare hand as long as
you wash it off immediately afterward.

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a. True
b. False

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18. An under-inflated tire will reduce the stability of the machine.

a. True
b. False

19. Tires are to be repaired only by an authorize person using the proper procedures and
safety equipment.

a. True
b. False

20. The rated capacity includes all weight added to the platform, including personnel, tools,
equipment and materials and requires that it be evenly distributed on the platform.

a. True b. False

21. The anchorage point for the lanyard must be clearly marked so the railing is not used to
do so.

a. True b. False

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22. The boom should be checked for:

a. Dents or creases.
b. Worn slide pads.
c. Cracks.
d. All of the above.

23. If your machine becomes disabled or unsafe to operate you should:

a. Not tell anyone, because you might get blamed.

b. Tell your supervisor and lockout the controls so no one else will use it.

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c. Put a sign on the machine to not use it.
d. Try to fix it yourself so the machine is not out of service for a long time.

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24. Ground controls should be checked each day to make sure the operator can be lowered
down in case of an emergency.

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a. True
b. False

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25. A functional test must include:

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a. Raising and lowering the platform.
b. Making sure brakes will hold.

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c. Testing the emergency stop mechanism.
d. All of the above.

26. Modification or alteration to the aerial platform shall only be made with prior written
approval of the manufacturer.

a. True
b. False

27. When parts or components are replaced, they must be identical or equivalent to the
original.

a. True
b. False

28. Anytime the boom or platform is lifted or raised, the aerial platform becomes
increasingly unstable.

a. True
b. False

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29. When elevated to the maximum height it is wise to rest the machine against an adjacent
structure to maximize stability,

a. True
b. False

30. It is ok to move the machine with the boom or mast extended as long as:

a. You are only going a short distance.

b. It is rated by the manufacturer to do so at that elevation.
c. You don’t make any sudden turns or stops.
d. You are on a flat and smooth surface.

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31. When parking your aerial lift, it is important that:

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a. You plug it into the charger each time so that you have a full charge.
b. Keep the key in it so someone else can move it if it is in the way.

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c. The controls are neutralized, the platform lowered to the ground, the machine
turned off and key removed.
d. It be easily accessible.

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32. The capacity of the machine should be clearly visible to anyone who enters the machine.

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a. True
b. False

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33. When steering the aerial platform around a blind corner, you should:

a. Lean out to see around the corner.

b. Slow down and sound horn.
c. Make the sharpest turn you can.
d. All the above.

34. When operating an aerial platform around pedestrians, it is:

a. The pedestrian’s responsibility to watch out for you.

b. Your responsibility to watch out for the pedestrian.
c. Management’s responsible to keep pedestrians out of the work area.
d. All of the above.

35. If your aerial lift becomes inoperable while you are in the air, you should:

a. Climb down the mast or boom and use the ground controls to lower it.
b. Have someone who knows how to use the ground controls lower you down.
c. Jiggle the wires that lead to the controls.
d. Call 911 on your cell phone.

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36. If some of the controls are not labeled, wait until you actually need them to find out what
they do.

a. True
b. False

37. Controls that stick in one position are useful to prevent your hand from getting tired
holding them in position while operating.

a. True
b. False

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38. If some of the controls don’t do what they are supposed to, it is still ok to use them as

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long as you post a sign informing the operator which ones they are.

a. True

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b. False

39. On boom supported aerial lifts, erratic booming or swinging has no effect on the stability

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of the machine as long as you stay within its rated capacity.

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a. True
b. False

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40. A good time to check the worksite for hazards is when you are boomed up high so you
can see them better.

a. True
b. False

41. When lowering the platform, it is good practice to look below to see if the path is clear.

a. True
b. False

42. If your boom is insulated, you don’t have to worry about high voltage lines.

a. True
b. False

43. On machines that have foot peddles, it is ok to jerry-rig them down as long as you
remember to remove it when you are done.

a. True
b. False

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44. If you come into contact with electrical lines, you should:

a. Warn everyone around the machine to keep clear.

b. Have someone call 911.
c. Stay put and only leave the machine if you have to.
d. All of the above.

45. If you see an operator that has come into contact with an electrical line and he is
unconscious, you should:

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a. Get a long piece of lumber and try to remove the line from the machine.
b. Use the ground controls to lower or move the machine away from the lines.

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c. Call 911 and warn others to stay away from the machine until the lines are de-
energized.
d. Throw an object at the operator to try and wake him up.

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46. When traveling with the platform raised, the operator shall:

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a. Maintain a clear view of the path of travel.
b. Maintain a safe distance from overhead obstacles.

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c. Stay away from debris, holes, depressions, slopes and other hazards to travel.
d. All of the above.

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47. It is ok to use an aerial platform like a crane as long as you don’t exceed the maximum
capacity of the machine.

a. True
b. False

48. It is ok to enter the machine while it is elevated if you use an approved ladder.

a. True
b. False

49. When refueling an aerial lift, you should:

a. Follow company policy.

b. Never smoke.
c. Shut off the engine.
d. All of the above.

50. LP tanks can be replaced in confined spaces.

a. True b. False

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51. What happens if the service valve on an LP tank is opened to quickly?

a. The fuel supply line could burst.

b. The back pressure check valve will close.
c. The engine will not restart.
d. The fuel supply valve will freeze open.

52. LP fuel is lighter than air.

a. True
b. False

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53 When fueling a gasoline or diesel aerial platform, always fill the tank completely full.

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a. True
b. False

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54. When parking a LP powered aerial platform overnight, always:

a. Shut off the service valve.

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b. Avoid high heat sources.
c. Avoid parking in confined spaces.

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d. All of the above.

55 After installing the LP fuel tank, it is best to check the connection with a soapy solution.

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a. True
b. False

56. What is the explosive gas generated by batteries when charging?

a. Oxygen
b. Nitrogen
c. Hydrogen
d. Potassium

57. Personal protective equipment should be worn when handling batteries.

a. True
b. False

58 You must be trained and authorized to charge a battery.

a. True
b. False

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59 Normally, you should only add water to a battery:

a. Before charging
b. During charging
c. After charging
d. It doesn’t matter when you add the water

60. If you are exposed to electrolyte, the first thing you need to do is:

a. Seek medical attention immediately.

b. Wait until the shift is over.
c. Go to the nearest eye wash station and flush the affected area.

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d. None of the above.

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