Practice Wind Load Considerations - 1.5 | 7. Safe Crane Operations | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 3
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary purpose of outriggers?

💡 Hint: Think about what helps keep the crane upright.

Question 2

Easy

What does OSHA stand for?

💡 Hint: What organization sets workplace safety regulations?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What should be done if wind speeds exceed 72 km/h?

  • Continue operations
  • Cease operations immediately
  • Reduce the load

💡 Hint: Remember the specific wind speed mentioned in the section.

Question 2

True or False: Properly extending outriggers can reduce crane-related accidents.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how stability affects crane operation.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A crane needs to lift a load weighing 1000 kg to a height of 50 meters while the wind speed is currently at 80 km/h. What should the operator do?

💡 Hint: Recall the safety regulations regarding crane operations in high winds.

Question 2

Using a crane range diagram, determine the boom length required to lift a load 60 meters vertically while extending 30 meters horizontally. What factors must the operator also consider?

💡 Hint: Think about how to interpret the diagram and additional factors affecting crane operation.

Challenge and get performance evaluation