NCCCO Rigger

Before a load is lifted, what is the BEST reason to review the entire travel path from pick point to landing point?

• ATo confirm the operator can see the landing area
• BTo identify obstructions, personnel exposure, and clearance problems before the load moves
• CTo decide whether the hook block should be repainted
• DTo determine how many questions will appear on the written exam

What is the MOST reliable way for a rigger to verify the weight of a load before rigging it?

• AEstimate by how heavy it looks
• BAsk the nearest worker for a guess
• CUse documentation such as manufacturer data, load markings, or shipping papers
• DAssume the crane can handle whatever is attached

A rigger notices energized overhead lines near the planned lift path. What is the correct immediate response?

• AProceed if the load will only pass under the lines briefly
• BStop and address the electrical hazard before the lift begins
• CLift faster so the load is near the lines for less time
• DUse a synthetic sling so electricity cannot be a problem

Which practice BEST reduces a pinch-point hazard while guiding a suspended load?

• APlacing hands between the load and a column to steady it
• BKeeping clear of crush zones and using a tagline or safe pushing point
• CStanding directly under the hook for a better view
• DWrapping a hand around the sling near the connection point

Why should approved attachment points be identified before the lift?

• ASo the rigging can be connected where the load is designed to take the force
• BSo the rigger can avoid using any shackles
• CSo the operator does not need to know the weight
• DSo the load can be lifted from any convenient edge

What does a rigger need to communicate if a hazard is identified after pre-lift planning but before the load leaves the ground?

• AOnly the hazard name, because everyone already knows the plan
• BThe hazard and the need to stop or change the lift plan before proceeding
• CNothing, unless the operator asks a direct question
• DOnly the estimated value of the load

Which situation is the clearest example of an unsafe load path?

• AThe load travels through an area where workers are standing below it
• BThe load travels slowly with the path barricaded
• CThe operator pauses to confirm signals
• DThe rigger uses a tagline from outside the fall zone

If the load weight is unknown and cannot be verified, what should the rigger do?

• ARig it anyway with the largest sling available
• BAssume the weight is less than the crane capacity
• CPause the lift until the weight can be determined
• DUse a basket hitch because it always solves the problem

What is the BEST reason to use edge protection or softeners when rigging a load with sharp corners?

• ATo make the load look more professional
• BTo protect the sling from being cut or damaged by the corner
• CTo increase the rated capacity of any sling
• DTo eliminate the need for an inspection

When a suspended load immediately tilts to one side during the initial lift, what does that usually indicate?

• AThe center of gravity is not controlled by the current pick points
• BThe shackle pins are too clean
• CThe crane hoist line is running too quietly
• DThe load is automatically self-leveling

A long steel beam must be moved through a congested fabrication shop with columns, racks, and other crews working nearby. What should the rigger do FIRST?

• ABegin the lift and rely on the operator to avoid obstacles on the fly
• BClear and control the travel path, then communicate the plan before the beam is moved
• CUse the shortest possible sling so the beam cannot move
• DMove the beam quickly before other workers notice

A load has several holes and brackets that could accept rigging, but the manufacturer identifies only two designated lift points. Which choice is BEST?

• AUse any hole that is closer to the center of the load
• BUse the designated lift points unless an engineer approves another method
• CUse more attachment points than necessary to spread the force anywhere on the load
• DAttach to the thinnest bracket so the sling sits lower

Which action is the BEST example of communicating a hazard during a lift?

• AQuietly stepping back and letting others figure it out
• BGiving a clear stop instruction when the load path is blocked by personnel
• CContinuing the lift because the obstruction is probably temporary
• DWaiting until the load is landed to mention the issue

A rigger plans a lift that will pass close to a mezzanine edge where workers usually stage material. What is the BEST control?

• AAsk workers to stay alert while the load passes
• BEstablish and maintain a clear restricted area so workers are not exposed to the suspende…
• CRaise the load higher than normal to surprise fewer people
• DRemove the hook latch so the rigging can be disconnected faster

A piece of equipment contains delicate piping and a fragile instrument panel on one side. Why does that matter during pre-lift planning?

• AIt does not matter if the total weight is within capacity
• BFragile features create special handling requirements that affect rigging and path select…
• CFragile items only matter after the load is landed
• DThe rigger should remove all slings and use only hooks

Why is body positioning important when a load is being landed into a tight area?

• ABecause the rigger should be close enough to catch the load if it swings
• BBecause poor positioning can trap the rigger between the load and a fixed object
• CBecause it helps the rigger pull directly on the sling legs
• DBecause it makes hand signals optional

A rigger knows the total load weight but not how that weight is distributed. What important risk still remains?

• ANo remaining risk, because total weight is all that matters
• BThe load may still shift or tilt if the center of gravity is not properly controlled
• CThe hook block may refuse to reeve properly
• DThe sling tag becomes optional once weight is known

Which situation is the BEST example of a potential shock load?

• ASlowly taking slack out of the rigging until the load just begins to lift
• BJerking the load upward after the rigging goes taut
• CUsing a tagline to keep the load from rotating
• DSetting the load down gently onto blocking

A blind lift will place the load where the operator cannot directly see the landing point. What should the rigging crew do?

• AProceed without signals so there is no confusion
• BUse a clear communication method and keep control of the path before moving the load
• CLift as high as possible so visibility no longer matters
• DHave multiple people give simultaneous directions to the operator

Why is identifying attachment points before tension is applied especially important on fabricated equipment with covers or guards?

• ABecause covers and guards may not be structural lifting members
• BBecause covers always weigh more than the rest of the load
• CBecause guards automatically become approved lift points
• DBecause the operator cannot use a hook latch on fabricated equipment

A rigger sees another worker walking under a suspended load to grab a tool. What is the correct response?

• AIgnore it because the worker will only be there for a second
• BStop the lift and clear the area before continuing
• CLower the load slightly so it is less likely to swing
• DSpeed up the lift so the worker exits sooner

Which pre-lift observation BEST helps prevent the load from snagging during travel?

• AChecking for protrusions, corners, and changes in elevation along the route
• BChoosing the brightest color sling available
• CStanding next to the hook while it rises
• DKeeping one hand on the shackle pin during travel

If a load contains liquid that can shift while the vessel is moved, what should the rigger recognize?

• AThe load has special handling requirements because stability can change during motion
• BLiquid loads are always easier to control than solid loads
• CThe load center can be ignored as long as the sling angles are equal
• DThe rigging can be disconnected before the load fully settles

Which statement BEST describes safe practice around side loading?

• ASide loading is acceptable if the hook is large enough
• BSide loading should be avoided because rigging components are designed to take force in s…
• CSide loading is safer than shock loading
• DSide loading only matters on synthetic slings

A load is packaged inside a crate, and the shipping paperwork gives only the gross shipping weight. What should the rigger keep in mind?

• AGross shipping weight may include packaging, so the rigger must understand what is actual…
• BGross weight is never useful
• CThe packaging weight always exceeds the equipment weight
• DShipping papers override all other rigging information

A load must be landed near a wall, leaving very little room for a rigger to stand. What is the BEST planning decision?

• AHave the rigger stand between the load and the wall for better control
• BPlan the landing so no one must occupy a crush zone while the load is being set
• CRemove the tagline because it may get in the way
• DUse the wall to stop the load from swinging

Why is identifying the attachment points BEFORE the lift preferable to adjusting them after the load breaks free of the ground?

• ABecause once the load is hanging, the rigging geometry has already proven it is correct
• BBecause post-lift adjustment exposes the crew to an unstable suspended load
• CBecause attachment points can only be changed by the operator
• DBecause the hook latch will not close after initial tension

A rectangular skid is lifted from four corner points with equal-length slings. As tension comes on, one corner rises late and the skid begins to rotate toward a rack. What is the BEST conclusion?

• AThe lift should continue because four points always stabilize a load
• BThe load path and attachment-point assumptions are wrong, so the lift should be stopped a…
• CThe operator should boom up quickly to clear the rack
• DThe rack will stop the rotation if the tagline is removed

During a pre-lift meeting, the crew learns that a vessel has internal components that can shift if the unit is tilted more than a few degrees. What should the rigger treat this as?

• AA minor note that only matters after the load is landed
• BA special handling requirement that affects rigging method, path, and movement speed
• CA reason to remove the hook latch for quicker release
• DA signal that a choker hitch is mandatory

A machine base has four visible holes, but the manufacturer drawing shows only two engineered lift lugs on the top frame. The base must stay level to protect alignment. What is the BEST rigging decision?

• AUse the four visible holes because more points always mean less risk
• BUse the engineered lift lugs and rig the machine so the required orientation is maintained
• CUse whichever points let the shortest slings be installed
• DHook directly to the machine frame without hardware to reduce setup time

Which ASME standard listed by NCCCO specifically covers slings?

• AASME B30.9
• BASME B30.10
• CASME B30.20
• DASME B30.26

Which ASME standard listed by NCCCO specifically covers hooks?

• AASME B30.9
• BASME B30.10
• CASME B30.20
• DASME B30.26

Which ASME standard listed by NCCCO covers below-the-hook lifting devices such as lifting beams and magnets?

• AASME B30.10
• BASME B30.20
• CASME B30.26
• DASME B30.9

Which ASME standard listed by NCCCO covers rigging hardware such as shackles and links?

• AASME B30.20
• BASME B30.26
• CASME B30.10
• DASME B30.9

Which OSHA regulation cited by NCCCO specifically covers slings in general industry?

• A29 CFR 1910.184
• B29 CFR 1926.251
• C29 CFR 1926.1431
• D29 CFR 1926.1401

Which OSHA regulation cited by NCCCO specifically addresses hoisting personnel?

• A29 CFR 1910.184
• B29 CFR 1926.251
• C29 CFR 1926.1431
• D29 CFR 1926.1425

Which OSHA construction regulation cited by NCCCO covers rigging equipment for material handling?

• A29 CFR 1910.184
• B29 CFR 1926.251
• C29 CFR 1926.1431
• D29 CFR 1926.1401

A question on shackle application and hardware use is MOST directly tied to which ASME standard?

• AASME B30.26
• BASME B30.20
• CASME B30.10
• DASME B30.9