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M.E.W.P Exam
Final exam for Mobile Elevated Work Platform training
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1.
The operation and maintenance manual is to be on the machine at all times.
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1 point
a. True
b. False
2.
Aerial platforms are required to have all warning labels visible and legible.
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a. True
b. False
3.
When checking for propane leaks it is best to:
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a. Use a soapy solution
b. Use a match or lighter
c. Smell for leaks
d. All of the above
4.
An under-inflated tire will reduce the stability of the machine.
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a. True
b. False
5.
The boom should be checked for:
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a. Dents or creases
b. Worn slide pads
c. Cracks
d. All of the above
6.
If the aerial lift has an insulated boom, it must be dielectrically tested before using it near high voltage power lines.
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a. True
b. False
7.
Ground controls should be checked each day to make sure the operator could be lowered down in case of an emergency.
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a. True
b. False
8.
The capacity of the machine should be clearly visible to anyone who enters the machine.
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a. True
b. False
9.
On machines that have foot pedals, it is ok to jury-rig them down as long as you remember to remove it when you are done.
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a. True
b. False
10. If some of the controls are not labeled, wait until you actually need them to find out what they do.
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a. True
b. False
11. Controls that stick in one position are useful to prevent your hand from getting tired holding them in position while operating.
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a. True
b. False
12.
When defects are noted during the pre-operation inspection, it is ok to continue to use the aerial platform until the job is completed.
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a. True
b. False
13.
Once you are trained on one lift you can operate any type of aerial lift.
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a. True
b. False
14. For safe operation of the aerial lift, you must demonstrate familiarity with:
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a. Stabilizers, outriggers, and extendable axles
b. Ground, platform, and emergency controls
c. Alarms, horns, and the control lever lock
d. All of the above
15.
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
c. Have read and understood the operator's manual
d. All of the above
16.
A functional test must include:
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a. Raising and lowering the platform
b. Making sure the brakes will hold
c. Testing the emergency stop mechanism
d. All of the above
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17.
If your machine becomes disabled or unsafe to operate you should:
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a. Not tell anyone, because you might get blamed
b. Tell your supervisor and lockout the controls so no one else will use it
c. Put a sign on the machine not to use it
d. Try to fix it yourself so the machine is not out of service for a long time
18.
The number one cause of fatalities in aerial lift accidents is:
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a. Tip over
b. Power line contact
c. Falls
d. Improper maintenance
19.
If you come into contact with electrical lines, you should:
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a. Warn everyone around the machine to keep clear
b. Have someone call 911
c. Stay there and only leave the machine if you have to
d. All of the above
20.
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 piece of lumber and try to remove the line from the machine
b. Use the ground controls to move the machine away from the lines
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 and try to wake him up
21.
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.
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a. True
b. False
22.
It is ok to use an aerial platform like a crane as long as you don't exceed the maximum capacity of the machine
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a. True
b. False
23.
When elevated to the maximum height it is wise to rest the machine against an adjacent structure to maximize stability.
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a. True
b. False
24.
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
b. When maneuvering the machine for repairs
c. When operating at heights above 10 feet
d. All of the above
25.
It is ok to exit the machine while it is elevated if you use an approved ladder.
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a. True
b. False
26.
The anchorage point for the lanyard must be clearly marked so the railing is not used to tie off to
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a. True
b. False
27.
If your aerial lift becomes inoperable while you are in the air, you should:
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a. Climb down the mast or boom and use the ground controls to lower it
b. Call out for help and have someone who knows how to use the ground controls lower you down
c. Jiggle the wires that lead to the controls
d. Have someone get you a ladder
28.
When operating an aerial platform around pedestrians, it is ultimately:
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a. The pedestrian's responsibility to watch out for you
b. No one’s responsibility to watch out for pedestrians
c. Management's responsibility to keep pedestrians out of the work area
d. Your responsibility to watch out for the pedestrian
29.
When lowering the platform it is good practice to look below to see if the path is clear.
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1 point
a. True
b. False
30.
Modification or alteration to the aerial platform shall only be made with prior written approval of the manufacturer.
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1 point
a. True
b. False
31.
Personal protective equipment should be worn when handling batteries.
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1 point
a. True
b. False
32.
When parking your aerial lift, it is important to:
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a. Lower the platform to the ground and neutralize the controls
b. Keep the key in so someone else can move it if it is in the way
c. Turn the machine off, remove the key, and chock the wheels
d. Both A and C
33.
When parts or components are replaced, they must be identical or equivalent to the original.
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1 point
a. True
b. False
34.
Any potential hazards, like malfunctions, do not need to be reported immediately to your supervisor.
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1 point
a. True
b. False
35.
If you are taking prescription or over-the-counter drugs, you should:
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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
36.
The ____________ is responsible for the safe operation of aerial lifts.
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a. Supervisor
b. Employer
c. Operator
d. All of the above
37.
The mast or scissor section should be checked for:
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a. Dents or creases
b. Problems with hydraulic hoses and wiring
c. Cracks
d. All of the above
38. As suggested by most manufacturers, never operate the machine in winds exceeding:
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a. 30 MPH
b. 20 MPH
c. 25 MPH
d. Wind doesn’t matter
39. When at all possible, an aerial lift operator should stay at least how many feet away from potential hazards such as leading edges and holes?
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a. 5 feet
b. 10 feet
c. 15 feet
d. It doesn’t matter
40. Before driving over a manhole cover, utility cover or grate you should always make sure it has been inspected and is strong enough to hold the weight of the lift and personnel
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1 point
a. True
b. False
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