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

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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?

Equipped with large, heavy-duty tires Signup and view all the answers

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

Digging Signup and view all the answers

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

The size and capability of the machinery Signup and view all the answers

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

The type of equipment and task being performed Signup and view all the answers

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

Identify existing hazards and take corrective measures Signup and view all the answers

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

Due to the challenges these machines present during transportation Signup and view all the answers

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

The scope of the project and geotechnical conditions Signup and view all the answers

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

The conditions at the workplace or work site 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?

Availability of skilled operators Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above 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?

Nearby buildings Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

They must be visually inspected prior to each use Signup and view all the answers

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

To guide vehicular and pedestrian traffic around the construction site Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

To identify hazardous working conditions Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Safety Signup and view all the answers