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Mobilization in Construction: Transportation, Site Preparation, and Resource Allocation
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Mobilization in Construction: Transportation, Site Preparation, and Resource Allocation

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Questions and Answers

What is the main function of a lowboy trailer?

  • Delivering building materials to a site
  • Transporting heavy equipment and machinery (correct)
  • Carrying vehicles for long distances
  • Hauling construction debris
  • Which type of machinery is equipped with a telescopic boom for reaching heights beyond traditional forklifts?

  • Telehandler (correct)
  • Loader
  • Excavator
  • Forklift
  • What is the primary function of an excavator-mounted drill rig?

  • Excavation
  • Drilling (correct)
  • Transportation
  • Demolition
  • What distinguishes a rough terrain crane from other types of cranes?

    <p>Equipped with large, heavy-duty tires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a skid steer commonly used for on construction sites?

    <p>Digging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration when transporting heavy machinery to a construction site?

    <p>The size and capability of the machinery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the loading and unloading of equipment, what determines the level of hazard involved?

    <p>The type of equipment and task being performed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role should a competent person play during equipment loading and unloading operations?

    <p>Identify existing hazards and take corrective measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is careful planning necessary for the transportation of heavy machinery like drilling rigs?

    <p>Due to the challenges these machines present during transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the size and capability of a drilling rig depend on?

    <p>The scope of the project and geotechnical conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can make the movement of equipment hazardous during loading and unloading?

    <p>The conditions at the workplace or work site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a hazard that needs to be addressed during transport, loading, and offloading of equipment in subsurface construction?

    <p>Availability of skilled operators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a traffic control plan in subsurface construction?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a subsurface encumbrance that should be considered during subsurface construction operations?

    <p>Nearby buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of traffic control in subsurface construction?

    <p>To ensure the safety of motorists, pedestrians, workers, and emergency personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement for load securement materials during material handling in subsurface construction?

    <p>They must be visually inspected prior to each use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of channelizing devices in traffic control for subsurface construction?

    <p>To guide vehicular and pedestrian traffic around the construction site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about overhead hazards in subsurface construction is NOT true?

    <p>Overhead hazards are only a concern during transport of oversized loads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a competent person during material handling operations in subsurface construction?

    <p>To identify hazardous working conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about stored materials in subsurface construction is true?

    <p>They should be positioned to prevent movement, such as shifting and rolling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern during material handling operations in subsurface construction?

    <p>Safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

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