Lifting Equipment Terminology Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of verification in lifting equipment?

To authorize the use of equipment in legal contexts

To ensure compliance with safety and legal standards (correct)

To provide a legal document for equipment ownership

To replace the need for an inspection report

Which document signifies that lifting equipment is fit for continued use?

Proof Load Test Report

EC Declaration of Conformity

Report of a Thorough Examination (correct)

Manufacturers Certificate

What should manufacturers preferably provide along with a declaration of conformity?

Safety, Health and Environmental Impact Assessment

Advertising materials

Verification details (correct)

Legal ownership documents

How are test reports classified in terms of legal documentation?

They are not legal documents by themselves (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of reports were previously referred to as 'birth certificates'?

Test certificates (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method of verification for lifting equipment?

Market evaluation assessments (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Competent Person in the inspection of lifting equipment?

To conduct thorough examinations and report findings (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the Report of a Thorough Examination is true?

It may include results from tests conducted during the examination (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should a user declare when placing an order if risk assessment indicates a necessary reduction in SWL?

The application details requiring reduced SWL (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a user does not declare the need for a reduced SWL when ordering equipment?

The manufacturer will assume no reduction is needed. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which conditions may require a reduction in the SWL?

Extreme temperature and high wind speeds (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstance is it essential for users to implement systems to prevent normal equipment use at full capacity?

Under hazardous duties (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be marked on equipment permanently fixed in place for specific duties?

Reduced SWL for that specific duty (C) Signup and view all the answers

If equipment is portable, what is a key recommendation for users?

To require written instructions for proper usage (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is ultimately responsible for determining and marking the appropriate SWL if the user fails to declare information?

The user of the equipment (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT a reason for reducing the working load limit to a lower SWL?

High operational efficiency (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does SWL stand for in the context of lifting equipment?

Safe Working Load (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Working Load Limit (WLL)?

The maximum load under ideal conditions assigned by calculation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about SWL and WLL is correct?

SWL is derived from the conditions of use and often equals WLL (B) Signup and view all the answers

Is a proof load test a component of a thorough examination for lifting accessories?

Yes, it is always included (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term ‘rated capacity’ refer to in lifting equipment?

The theoretical load capacity calculated under ideal conditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What might the acronym SWL denote in regions that do not use the word ‘safe’?

Specific Application Load (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is often a source of confusion regarding lifting terms?

The differences between SWL, WLL, and rated capacity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the maximum safe working load represent?

The load determined by a competent person for specific conditions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the net result of risk account for?

Likelihood multiplied by severity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment in the workplace?

To ensure the safety and health of employees (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a workplace's moral duty regarding risk?

To ensure employee wellbeing and safety (D) Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where most equipment requires a reduced working load, what should be done?

All equipment should have a reduced working load (D) Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to accidents or ill health in the workplace?

Inherent dangers and combinations of circumstances (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for determining the level of risk?

Risk = Likelihood x Severity (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly reflects the role of employers regarding workplace safety?

To take appropriate measures to ensure safety and health (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can a workplace's risk reduction efforts be quantified?

Through a structured risk assessment process (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to iron from the blast furnace to make it suitable for lifting equipment?

Some of the carbon is removed to create steel. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are non-ferrous metals known for?

They do not contain significant amounts of iron. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of blending pure metals?

To alter and improve their basic physical properties. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What materials are typically used in the production of low carbon steel?

It primarily consists of iron with very little carbon. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What byproducts are produced when removing carbon from iron in the blast furnace?

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of pure iron limits its use in lifting equipment?

It is too brittle and soft for practical applications. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an alloy?

A mixture of multiple metals to change properties. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to process metal ores?

To transform them into usable materials for production. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic that differentiates higher tensile steel from mild steel?

Higher tensile strength (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is used in the manufacture of lifting gear?

Higher tensile steel (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of alloy steels compared to carbon steels?

More difficult to weld (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which element is commonly added to alloy steels to enhance their properties?

Copper (A) Signup and view all the answers

What range of carbon percentage is typical for higher tensile steel?

0.25% - 0.33% (C) Signup and view all the answers

In terms of hardness, how do alloys compare to pure metals?

Alloys are harder (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an application of copper alloys?

Wire rope sling ferrules (A) Signup and view all the answers

What effect do elements like vanadium and chromium have when added to steel?

They improve toughness and ductility (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Industry Relevant Definitions

Minimum Breaking (or Failure) Load: The specified load (mass or force) below which the lifting equipment does not fail.
Multipurpose Equipment: Designed to a standard specification to lift various loads up to a marked safe working load (SWL). Not designed for one specific application.
Operative: A trained person using the lifting equipment.
Rated Capacity: The maximum gross load the lifting appliance can lift.
Proof or Test Load: Load (mass or force) applied by a Competent Person for testing. This load is marked on test certificates for lifting equipment verification.
Single Purpose Equipment: Lifting equipment designed for and dedicated to lifting a specific load in a specific manner or environment.
Report of Test: A report issued by a competent person detailing a test's specifics. It's not a legal document to use equipment, except when in support of other legal documents.

Verification

Verification: Procedures to ensure lifting equipment meets specifications, legal requirements, and is safe to operate. This includes proof load tests, sample break tests, calculations, and examinations.
Verification - New Equipment: Verification of new equipment methods depend on the standards being used. Assembled components verified to their own standards may not require further testing. On-site verification will depend on the competent person.

Report of a Thorough Examination

Report of a Thorough Examination: A report issued by a Competent Person detailing the outcome of a thorough examination, highlighting defects or confirming fitness for continued use.
- A test report may be included as an appendix.
- This report becomes part of the lifting equipment's records.

Safe (Specific application) Working Load (SWL)

Safe Working Load (SWL): The maximum load a lifting equipment is assessed to lift, lower, or suspend under specific conditions. It's noted on the equipment and in statutory records.
- In some regions, the term Safe Working Load is not used but the requirements remain the same.
- The SWL is typically equivalent to the working load limit, maximum safe working load, or the rated capacity, unless conditions require a lower SWL.

Working Load Limit (WLL)

Working Load Limit (WLL): The maximum mass allowed by lifting equipment for lifting, lowering, and suspending.
- WLL is sometimes referred to as maximum SWL in some documents.
- WLL is more commonly used for lifting attachments, while rated capacity is used more widely for lifting appliances.

Controlling Risks

The 3 primary reasons for risk assessment: Human harm, Legal effects, and Economic effects.
- Hazard: Something with the potential to cause harm.
- Danger: A liability of exposure to harm.

Probability & Severity

Probability: The likelihood of a hazard occurring.
Severity: The potential harm if the hazard occurs.
Risk: Combined likelihood and severity.

Risk Assessment Methodology

Step 1: Hazard Identification
Step 2: Identify People at Risk
Step 3: Evaluate Risks and decide precautions
Step 4: Record Findings and Implement Them,
Step 5: Review Findings
Hierarchy of Control: Eliminate, Reduce, Isolate, Control, and PPE
Materials: Lifting equipment is typically made of Metals, Polymers, and Natural Products.
Steel Grades: Steel grades have breaking strengths (e.g., Grade 4 is 400N/mm2) in lifting equipment.
Strain Age Embrittlement: The steel becoming brittle from overstraining followed by resting in warm conditions.

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Test your knowledge on key definitions related to lifting equipment and its specifications. This quiz covers essential terms such as Minimum Breaking Load, Rated Capacity, and more. Perfect for those in the industry or studying safety protocols.