Special-purpose hoists
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1. A technical device subject to technical supervision may be operated on the basis of:
a) oral or written permission issued by an authorized conservator
b) a valid decision allowing operation issued by the relevant technical supervision authority
c) CE marking placed on the deviced) declaration of conformity issued by the manufacturer2. Which of the listed activities do not fall within the responsibilities of the UTB operator:
a) performing minor repairs of the device within the scope of their education and skills
b) following the operation instructions regarding the operation of UTBc) familiarizing themselves with the work plan and the size of the loads being transportedd) all answers are correct3. The terms of maintenance inspections of technical devices:
a) are included in the operation manual of the device
b) are determined by the device conservatorc) are specified in the protocol by the inspector conducting the examinationd) all answers are correct4. Technical supervision is called:
a) specific actions defined by law aimed at ensuring the safe operation of technical devices and devices for recovering fuel vapor, as well as actions aimed at ensuring public safety in these areas
b) institutions controlling the technical condition of devicesc) The Office of Technical Supervisiond) UDT, WDT, TDT5. Technical supervision over technical devices is performed by:
a) The Office of Technical Supervision and specialized technical supervision units
b) The Office of Technical Supervision and organizations authorized by UDTc) The Office of Technical Supervision and foreign technical supervision unitsd) all answers are correct6. Changing the technical parameters or changing the construction of a technical device is treated as:
a) modernization of the technical device
b) repair of the technical devicec) removal of defects and other irregularities of the technical deviced) creation of a new device7. The agreed repair or modernization of technical devices can be performed by:
a) the repairer or modernizer who has the authorization issued by the relevant technical supervision authority
b) the operator of the technical device who has appropriate experience in repairs or modernizationc) the conservator who has appropriate experience in repairs or modernizationd) a competent operator to a small extent8. The Act on technical supervision specifies the following forms of technical supervision:
a) total, partial, limited
b) full, limited, simplified
c) full, cyclical, sporadicd) UDT, WDT, TDT9. The decision allowing the operation of a technical device is issued by:
a) the conservator after performing an inspection with a positive resultb) the relevant technical supervision authority or the operator of the technical device authorized by the relevant technical supervision authorityc) the relevant technical supervision authority or the public administration authority authorized by the relevant technical supervision authority
d) the relevant technical supervision authority
10. The operator of the technical device can start work when:
a) the device has a valid decision allowing operation, if required by the relevant regulationsb) has a qualification certificate of the appropriate categoryc) the device has a current positive result of the maintenance inspection
d) all of the above conditions must be met simultaneously
11. The operator of the technical device can start work when:
a) the device has a current entry in the maintenance log confirming the device's efficiencyb) has completed the appropriate position trainingc) the device has a valid decision allowing for operation
d) all of the above conditions must be met simultaneously
12. In the event of non-compliance with the technical supervision regulations by the operator, the operator:
a) receives a written warningb) receives post-inspection recommendations
c) is subject to a fine or restriction of freedom
d) answers a and b are correct13. In the event of a threat to human life or health and property and the environment, the inspector:
a) issues a decision suspending the operation of the technical device
b) issues a penalty ticketc) provides written instructions to the operatord) all answers are correct14. In the case of dangerous damage to the technical device or an accident, the operator:
a) immediately notifies UDT of the incident
b) informs the manufacturer of the device about the causes of the incidentc) immediately repairs the device and returns it to further operationd) reports the device for repair15. The qualification certificate for operation can be revoked by:
a) the relevant technical supervision authority
b) the operator of the technical devicec) the health and safety inspectord) the National Labor Inspectorate16. Technical devices not subject to technical supervision are:
a) cranes with a load capacity of up to 3.2 tb) hoists and winches as well as overhead cranesc) lift trucks and mobile platforms
d) transport slings
17. Technical devices subject to technical supervision are:
a) cabin and chair liftsb) warehouse stackers and devices for disabled personsc) freight lifts and ship lifts
d) all answers are correct
18. A dangerous malfunction of a technical device is:
a) any defect of the technical deviceb) an unforeseen malfunction, as a result of which the device is suitable for partial operationc) an unforeseen malfunction, as a result of which it is suitable for operation only at reduced parameters
d) an unforeseen malfunction, as a result of which the device is not suitable for operation or its further operation poses a threat
19. An accident is:
a) a sudden event that caused bodily injury or death
b) a sudden event that caused a work interruptionc) a sudden event that results in the exclusion of the technical device from operationd) any defect of the technical device caused by a random cause20. Lifting and transporting persons by a technical device intended solely for the transport of loads requires:
a) agreement with the relevant technical supervision authority
b) agreement with the supervisorc) agreement with the health and safety serviced) is possible with special caution and under the supervision of an inspector21. The person responsible for ensuring proper service and maintenance of the technical device is:
a) the operator of the technical device
b) the relevant technical supervision authorityc) the National Labor Inspectorated) UDT inspector22. The required maintenance inspections mandated by law are performed by:
a) a person holding a qualification certificate for maintenanceb) an employee of the authorized service of the device manufacturer (provided they have qualification certificates for maintenance)c) in-house maintenance services
d) answers a and b are correct
23. The maintenance log of the technical device is kept by:
a) UDT inspector in the device's audit bookb) authorized operatorc) designated employee of the operator
d) maintenance technician of the technical device
24. Acceptance tests are conducted for technical devices:
a) within the timeframes consistent with the provisions of the regulation on technical supervision conditions
b) before issuing the first decision allowing for operation
c) after the repair of the technical deviced) after each change of the operator25. Periodic tests are conducted for technical devices under supervision:
a) limited
b) full
c) simplifiedd) all answers are correct26. The absence of the conservator during the examination of the technical device requires at least:
a) prior agreement of this fact with the authority of the relevant technical supervision unit
b) submission of a written justification for the conservator's absencec) submission of a medical certificate confirming the conservator's inability to workd) all answers are correct27. A candidate for operating a technical device must:
a) be at least 18 years old
b) have at least vocational educationc) have at least 1 year of work experienced) all answers are correct28. The operator of the technical device is obliged to stop work when:
a) his physical and mental condition on the day of work is inappropriateb) he finds that further operation of the device poses a threatc) the device is malfunctioning
d) all answers are correct
29. The terms of maintenance inspections of the device may be specified:
a) in the operation manual of the deviceb) in the act on technical supervisionc) in the regulation specifying the technical conditions of technical supervision
d) answer a and c are correct
30. The terms of periodic and ad-hoc inspections of the UTB are specified:
a) in the act on technical supervision
b) in the regulation specifying the technical conditions of technical supervision
c) in the design documentation of the deviced) in the maintenance log31. The operator of the technical device is obliged to:
a) follow the operating instructions regarding the operation of the device
b) follow the operating instructions regarding the maintenance of the devicec) perform repairs of the deviced) all answers are correct32. The technical device can be operated based on:
a) the current sticker from the relevant technical supervision authority indicating the date of the next inspectionb) the current entry of the device's conservator in the maintenance log
c) a valid decision allowing operation issued by the relevant technical supervision authority
d) a positive protocol from the periodic or acceptance inspection33. After performing activities on the technical device, the inspector prepares:
a) the operating instructions for the device
b) a decision and protocol of the performed activities
c) a CE declaration of conformityd) all answers are correct34. The repair and modernization of the technical device is performed by:
a) the operator within their skillsb) the conservator
c) an authorized establishment
d) the operator35. The person directly responsible for the safe operation of the technical device is:
a) the operator of the device
b) the manufacturer of the devicec) the workplace health and safety inspectord) the UDT inspector36. Information regarding the rules for the safe operation of the technical device is included in:
a) the operating manual of the device
b) the Act on Technical Supervisionc) the maintenance logd) the protocol from the inspection conducted by the UDT inspector37. As part of the activities before starting work, the operator:
a) checks the technical condition of the device through inspectionb) performs static and dynamic testsc) performs operational tests of the device
d) answers a and c are correct
38. Qualification certificates for operating technical devices subject to technical supervision are issued by:
a) the training company after a positive result of the verification examb) the health and safety inspector based on the certificate of course completionc) the employer based on the passed exam
d) the relevant technical supervision authority
39. Overloading the UTB during operation:
a) is prohibited
b) is permissiblec) is permissible, but only up to 125% of the rated loadd) is permissible, but only up to 110% of the rated load40. Ad-hoc operational tests are performed, among others:
a) after each fault removal by the maintenance technician
b) after replacing the load cables
c) once a yeard) after an accident on the device41. The duties of the operator are specified in:
a) the operation manual of the technical device
b) the maintenance logc) the technical supervision actd) all answers are correct42. Periodic inspections of the technical device are carried out by:
a) a conservator with the appropriate qualification certificate
b) an inspector from the relevant technical supervision authority
c) a manufacturer service employeed) the operator43. The unit of technical supervision is:
a) The Office of Technical Supervisionb) Military Technical Supervisionc) Transport Technical Supervision
d) all answers are correct
44. Qualification certificates authorizing the operation of technical devices are valid in the area of:
a) the Republic of Poland
b) the European Unionc) have no specified area of validityd) Schengen zone countries45. The obligation to use personal protective equipment by operators of technical devices arises from:
a) the manufacturer's operation manualb) health and safety regulationsc) internal company regulations
d) all answers are correct
46. According to the regulation of the Council of Ministers regarding the types of technical devices subject to technical supervision, the following are subject to technical supervision regulations:
a) lifts, cranes, hoists, winches and hoistsb) powered lift trucks with mechanical lifting drive, mobile platformsc) cable cranes, cabin conveyors and chairlifts
d) all answers are correct
47. The operating manual may not contain:
a) information about the dates and scope of maintenance inspections of technical devicesb) basic parameters and purpose of technical devices
c) dates of technical inspections carried out by the inspection unit
d) information on how to operate the device48. The revision book of the device must contain:
a) a collection of protocols from inspections carried out by the inspection unit
b) a document in which maintenance inspections are recordedc) the content of current legal actsd) a list of authorized operators49. The decision issued by UDT:
a) is not subject to appealb) can be changed by the PIP inspector
c) is subject to the possibility of appeal by the operator
d) each answer is incorrect50. A person who can take the qualification verification exam must:
a) have submitted an application for qualification verification
b) be at least 18 years old
c) have no health contraindications to operate technical devicesd) all answers are correct51. After the technical inspection with a positive result, the UDT inspector:
a) extends the validity of the operator's qualification certificateb) marks the device with a sticker that is a permit for the use of the devicec) informs the user in writing in the maintenance log that they consent to the operation of the device
d) prepares a protocol of the performed activities and issues an administrative decision allowing for operation
52. Qualification certificates:
a) are valid indefinitelyb) are time-limited with a validity period dependent on the number of points obtained in the exam
c) are time-limited with a validity period in accordance with the provisions of the regulation on the procedure for checking qualifications
d) are valid for a period of 15 years53. Making modifications to a technical device without agreement with the competent technical supervision authority:
a) is subject to a fine or restriction of freedom
b) is subject to a penalty ticketc) is not subject to a penaltyd) all answers are incorrect54. Who allows the operation of a technical device without a valid decision permitting operation:
a) is subject to a fine or restriction of freedom
b) is not subject to a penalty if no accident occursc) is subject only to a fined) is subject to imprisonment55. The operation manual is:
a) a collection of information necessary for the safe operation of the device provided by the manufacturer
b) a collection of recommendations issued by the Technical Supervision Officec) a manual that must be created by the device userd) all answers are correct56. No qualifications are required to operate:
a) if the machine is operated by its owner
b) if all mechanisms of the device have manual drive
c) if the device is used for private, non-profit purposesd) from persons over 60 years of age57. A person holding qualifications can operate:
a) only devices listed in the scope of the authorization
b) all devices subject to technical supervisionc) other devices subject to technical supervision with the employer's consentd) all UTB with a load capacity of up to 3.2 t58. The operator of a technical device is obliged to:
a) refuse to operate the device if the decision allowing the operation of this device has expiredb) always comply with the supervisor's orders regarding the operation of the devicec) comply with the provisions contained in the operating instructions
d) answers a and c are correct
59. The qualification certificate for operating technical devices is:
a) valid in the European Union
b) valid with an identity document
c) indefinited) all answers are correct60. An operator who witnesses an accident is obliged to:
a) provide assistance to the victim(s) of the accidentb) secure the scene of the incidentc) notify the supervisor
d) all answers are correct
61. The operator is not allowed to:
a) lift loads whose weights he cannot determine
b) check the technical condition of the technical devicec) comply with the provisions contained in the operating instructionsd) perform external inspections of the device62. Forms of technical supervision are:
a) full supervision, simplified supervision, limited supervision
b) acceptance testing, periodic testing, and ad-hoc testingc) UDT, TDT, WDTd) all answers are correct63. Lifting people with devices that have been designed and manufactured solely for lifting loads:
a) is permissible, after ensuring an appropriate level of safetyb) is prohibited
c) is permissible, after agreeing with the relevant technical supervision authority on the detailed operating conditions
d) is permissible once on a written order from a superior64. Lifting loads using two or more UTB:
a) is permissible, provided that the operator develops detailed operating conditions describing organizational and technical activities to minimize risk
b) is always permissible if the load weight does not exceed the sum of the lifting capacities of the devices usedc) is permissible if the load weight does not exceed half the lifting capacity of each of the devices usedd) is never permissible65. Having people under a lifted load is:
a) always prohibited
b) allowed for persons checking the underside of the load;c) allowed if the safety factor of the slings is not less than 5d) allowed if the safety factor of the slings is not less than 766. Lifting loads over people is:
a) allowed provided that written permission is obtained from the person in charge of the transportb) allowed, after ensuring safety factors for slings and gripping devices greater than 10c) allowed provided that people are notified and equipped with personal protective equipment
d) all answers are incorrect
67. Qualification certificates for operating technical devices subject to technical supervision are issued by:
a) the owner of the device
b) UDT, TDT, WDT
c) PIPd) all answers are incorrect68. The examination board informs the interested person of the exam result:
a) Within 7 days after the exam in written form
b) directly after the exam
c) Within 14 days after the exam in electronic formd) by registered mail or email after 30 working days from the date of the exam69. The maintenance log should be kept:
a) only in paper form
b) in electronic or paper form
c) only in electronic formd) by the operator70. The workplace instruction:
a) is always provided along with the operating instructions by the device manufacturerb) is an unwritten collection of customs adopted in the workplace
c) is issued by the employer and contains detailed instructions regarding health and safety at the workplace
d) does not apply to operators of mobile devices71. After the expiry date of the qualification certificate for operating the technical device, the operator:
a) can operate the machine as long as they continue working for the same employerb) can operate the machine as long as they submit an application for the issuance of another certificate
c) can operate the machine only after obtaining a new qualification certificate
d) submits an application for an extension of the validity period of the qualification certificate72. The extension of the validity of the qualification certificate occurs:
a) upon a written request from the operator
b) automatically after the expiry date of the certificatec) upon a written notification from the employer of the operatord) after a prior telephone notification73. The lifting capacity of the machine is a parameter of the device directly related to:
a) the maximum height of the lifted loadb) the maximum volume of the lifted load
c) the maximum mass of the lifted load
d) the product of the mass and volume of the lifted load74. The net mass of 1000 liters of water is approximately:
a) 800 kgb) 900 kg
c) 1000 kg
d) 1100 kg75. The mass of a load consisting of 40 packages of 25 kg each is:
a) 800 kg
b) 1000 kg
c) 1100 kgd) 900 kg76. The mass of 60 cartons weighing 20 kg each is:
a) 800 kgb) 1000 kgc) 1100 kg
d) 1200 kg
77. The mass of the lifted load can be determined based on:
a) the collective tag on the transported loadb) by calculating considering the specific weight and volumec) transport and warehouse documentation
d) all answers are correct
78. Information regarding the lifting capacity of the device may be included:
a) in the operating manualb) on the nameplatec) on the technical device
d) all answers are correct
79. The correct designation of the lifting unit is:
a) kg
b) Pac) mthd) mm80. A winch is:
a) a hoist with a compact structure
b) a hoist whose individual elements are assembled on a common frame
c) a close-range transport device equipped with three mechanisms (lifting, trolley movement, bridge movement)d) none of the above answers is correct81. A hoist is:
a) a lever with a compact structure
b) a lever whose individual elements are assembled on a common framec) a technical device for close transport equipped with three mechanisms (lifting, trolley movement, bridge movement)d) none of the above answers is correct
82. The winch is represented by the image:
a) Ab) B
c) C
d) D
83. The hoist is represented by the image:
a) A
b) B
c) Cd) D84. The components of a hoist are:
a) Hook block, load rope, motor, brake, control box (remote)b) lifting mechanism, control box (remote), hook block, motor, brakec) lifting mechanism, housing (enclosure) with or without a drive mechanism
d) all of the above answers are correct
85. Bumpers are:
a) mechanical protections at the end of the track
b) mechanical protection, cushioning the impact on a buffer mounted on a hoist or winch
c) mechanical protection at the beginning of the trackd) all of the above answers are correct86. In wire rope hoists, bumpers may occur:
a) on the hook block
b) on the hoist casing
c) at the beginning of the trackd) at the end of the track87. In chain hoists, bumpers may occur:
a) on the hoist casing and on the hook block
b) only on the hook blockc) only at the end of the trackd) only on the hoist casing88. Bumpers are:
a) mechanical protections at the end of the track preventing uncontrolled falling of the hoist or winch off the track
b) mechanical protections on the load-bearing frame or structure of the hoist cooperating with bumpersc) components of the anti-collision systemd) none of the above answers is correct
89. The holding claw is shown in the image:
a) A
b) B
c) Cd) D
90. The rail scraper is shown in the image:
a) A
b) Bc) Cd) D91. The rope is made of:
a) strandsb) wiresc) core
d) all of the above answers are correct

92. The core of the rope is marked with the number:
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3d) 4
93. The strand of the rope is marked with the number:
a) 1b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
94. The six-strand rope is represented by the image:
a) A
b) B
c) Cd) D
95. The number of strands shown in the drawing of the rope is:
a) 6b) 7
c) 8
d) 996. Chain hoists are most often equipped with a chain:
a) plateb) roller
c) link
d) all of the above answers are correct97. The hook safety device against unscrewing can be implemented using:
a) a plate screwed onto the shaftb) a expanding sleevec) a crown nut with a cotter pin
d) all of the above answers are correct
98. The latch in a hook block is:
a) a mechanical safety device against the suspension slipping out of the hook throat
b) a mechanical safety device against the hook slipping out of the holderc) a mechanical safety device against the block rotating in a multi-use mannerd) none of the above answers is correct99. A mechanical safety device in the construction of a hoist is not:
a) a stop pawl
b) an end connector
c) a bumperd) all of the above answers are correct100. A slack adjuster can be used:
a) to loosen the brake of the hoisting mechanism of the hoistb) to loosen the brake of the travel mechanism of the hoistc) to prevent the rope from loosening on the drum
d) answers a and b are correct

101. The part of the winch shown in the picture is:
a) lifting mechanism drive
b) brake with a loosening device
c) drive motord) reducer
102. Name the part indicated in the picture:
a) wire rope drum
b) reelc) drive mechanism for movementd) none of the above answers is correct103. The electrical protections used in the construction of hoists are:
a) rail scrapersb) support clawsc) electric motors
d) limit switches
104. The mechanical protections used in the construction of winches are:
a) support claws
b) starting resistorsc) STOP switchd) safety brakes105. How many elements pressing the rope should be installed on the wire rope drum?
a) according to the manufacturer's documentation
b) at least 4c) more than 3d) 4 over a section of at least 1.5 turns of the rope on the drum106. Which of the elements listed below are mechanical type safeguards?
a) bumpers, buffers, windproof clamps, support legs, hook throat protection, load limiterb) bumpers, buffers, windproof clamps, main switch, hook throat protection, covers
c) bumpers, buffers, windproof clamps, support legs, hook throat protection, covers
d) bumpers, buffers, windproof clamps, end and limit switches107. The check of the limit switch of the lifting mechanism in the "up" direction is performed:
a) with nominal load
b) without load
c) with 110% loadd) with the largest available load at that moment not exceeding the hoist's lifting capacity108. The safety switch "STOP" is used for:
a) protecting the device from unauthorized use after work is completed
b) immediate stopping of the device in emergency situations
c) activating the emergency brake in case of failure of the main braked) all of the above answers are correct109. The limit switch of the lifting mechanism in the "up" direction:
a) is responsible for decelerating the load during the lifting cycleb) facilitates the operator's work, who does not have to observe the load in the upper position, as the limit switch will automatically stop the lifting at the right moment
c) serves to protect the hoist from damage and rope breakage
d) all of the above answers are correct110. The cross lock in the control panel is:
a) a lock that prevents simultaneous activation of opposite directions of the mechanism's movement
b) a lock that prevents the operation of the panel until the "X" button is pressedc) a lock that prevents control from two places simultaneouslyd) another name for the zero lock111. The operation of the load limiter will cause:
a) the shutdown of all mechanisms of the hoist or winchb) the shutdown of the lifting mechanism in both directions
c) the shutdown of the lifting mechanism movement in the "up" direction
d) none of the above answers is correct112. The directions of movement of the radio-controlled winch or hoist should be marked:
a) on the structure of the technical device in a place visible to the operator and on the radio control remote
b) in the device cabinc) before entering the hall where the device operatesd) on every visible support pole of the track113. The abbreviation GNP stands for:
a) Borderline Nominal Speedb) eng. Permissible Working Loadc) Low Current Socket
d) Work Intensity Group
114. The safety against the load falling from the hook throat is:
a) tying slings to the hook
b) safety latch
c) with proper arrangement of slings in the throat, no safety is requiredd) rigid sling, i.e. truss115. What color should the emergency stop switch be marked with?
a) yellowb) any
c) red
d) black-yellow116. In which hoists is the use of a limit switch for the lifting mechanism in the upward direction not required?
a) wire hoists
b) chain hoists, in which a friction clutch is used
c) a limit switch for the lifting mechanism should be absolutely used in all hoistsd) wire and chain hoists with a load capacity of up to 1000 kg117. A safety element installed in the lifting mechanism of a hoist or winch can be:
a) load limiterb) limit switch for the lifting mechanismc) overload friction clutch
d) all answers are correct
118. The basic parameters of a hoist include:
a) load capacityb) lifting heightc) working speed
d) all answers are correct
119. An important criterion for the wear of a hook is:
a) crackingb) opening of the hook throatc) reduction of the cross-section in the gripping part
d) all answers are correct
120. Unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise, the permissible wear of the hook throat in a general-purpose hoist is:
a) 5%b) 3%
c) 10%
d) 7%121. Unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise, the permissible throat opening of a general-purpose hoist hook is:
a) 2%
b) 5%
c) 7%d) 10%122. A broken strand of the lifting rope of the hoist or winch means that:
a) work can only continue until the end of the current loading/unloading or only until the end of the shiftb) work can only continue until the rope is replaced with a new onec) work can only continue provided that the remaining strands and the core have not been damaged
d) work must be stopped immediately
123. In the event of a failure of the hoist or winch with a load on the hook, the operator should
a) secure the areab) notify the supervisorc) disconnect the power supply to the device
d) all of the above answers are correct
124. The operator is prohibited from:
a) using the maximum speed of the hoist or winch
b) lifting loads over people
c) working during raind) coordinating the working movements specified in the instructions125. Checking the operation of limit switches:
a) is solely the responsibility of the maintenance technicianb) should only be performed at the highest speed settingsc) is only carried out during UDT inspections
d) should be performed before starting work
126. The brake test is carried out:
a) before starting work with the technical device
b) only during tests conducted by UDTc) only after replacing the roped) only in the presence of the conservator127. In the event that the splice in the rope is pressed:
a) the operation of the hoist or winch must be immediately stopped
b) the rope can be secured with additional elementsc) it can be used, but sudden movements should not be maded) it can be operated with a load limited to half the capacity128. The test of the limit switch of the lifting mechanism in the upward direction is performed:
a) with a load equal to 50% of the rated capacityb) with a load equal to 100% of the rated capacity
c) without weight
d) with the largest currently available weight not exceeding the capacity129. After finishing work, the hook block:
a) should be left in the upper extreme position
b) should be left without a load and slings on the hook, at a safe height
c) can be left with slings on the hookd) should be hung on a dedicated hanger in the parking place of the hoist or winch130. Is it allowed for the operator to overload the hoist or winch in certain situations during normal operation?
a) yes, during tests before starting workb) yes, upon written instruction from the supervisorc) yes, but occasionally
d) no, it is prohibited
131. At what height above people can a load be transported using a hoist or winch?
a) up to 1.0 m provided that the person is wearing a helmet
b) working above people is not allowed
c) as high as possible, so as not to hit the head of a person under the loadd) depending on the instructions for the technical device132. At what height above obstacles (e.g. machines) is it recommended to transport a load using a hoist or winch?
a) at a safe height, provided that there are no people on the route of travel
b) working above obstacles is not allowedc) 200 cmd) in any case at the maximum lifting height133. How should one prevent the swaying of large-sized loads?
a) the hook operator holds the load by handb) the operator holds the load by hand
c) using a safety line attached to the load
d) all of the above answers are correct134. When should a spreader beam be used?
a) if the transported load is very longb) if the angle between the slings exceeds 120° when using a multi-leg slingc) if the available sling is too short
d) all of the above answers are correct
135. Is it allowed to lift loads stuck in the ground or frozen?
a) it is allowed, with the consent of the plant manager
b) it is not allowed
c) it is allowed, after consulting with the hook operatord) it is allowed, but first the load should be dragged horizontally136. Can a suspended load be left on the hook of the hoist without supervision during work?
a) it is allowed, because the load will never fallb) it is allowed if the hook operator gives consent and designates an appropriate danger zone
c) it is not allowed
d) it should be done for economically justified purposes137. Is it possible to lift one load with two hoists?
a) under no circumstances is it allowed
b) it is allowed after the operator has developed detailed operating conditions
c) it is allowed after agreement with the operator of the second technical deviced) it is allowed, but only using special purpose hoists138. Transporting people along with the load:
a) is prohibited
b) is allowed with the consent and at the request of the plant managerc) is prohibited if the total weight of the load and person exceeds the device's lifting capacityd) is allowed only if the lifting capacity reserve exceeds 1 ton and the device has two independent lifting brakes139. The signal 'STOP', which must be reacted to immediately, can be given by:
a) only the hook operatorb) only the signalman
c) any person
d) only the plant or construction manager140. How should a load be suspended on a two-tongue hook?
a) the method of suspension does not matterb) so that one throat is loadedc) so that neither of the throats is loaded
d) so that both throats are evenly loaded
141. The operator of the hoist or winch, seeing people on the path of the transported load, should:
a) lift the transported load to a height that does not interfere with bystandersb) lift the transported load until the "up" limit switch activates and check if those people are wearing helmetsc) warn with an acoustic signal the people in the danger zone and continue working
d) stop the operation until the bystanders leave the area
142. In the case of detecting incorrect setting of the limit switch of the lifting mechanism in the upward direction, the operator should:
a) familiarize themselves with the manufacturer's documentation and make adjustments
b) stop work and inform the supervisor about the need for adjustment
c) continue working, the adjustment will be made during the maintenance inspectiond) continue working to maintain the continuity of the technological process of the plant143. After finishing work with the hoist or winch, one should:
a) lower the hook until it touches the groundb) raise the hook until the "up" limit switch activates
c) move the device to its permanent parking place and raise the hook to a height that does not interfere with the transport routes below the activation of the "Up" limit switch
d) raise the hook block to a height that ensures proper tension of the load-bearing rope strands144. Associating the working movements of the hoist or winch is:
a) the attempt to simultaneously start lifting and lowering the hookb) the ability to stop a swaying loadc) a basic mistake of beginner hoist operators
d) the simultaneous activation of the movement of two mechanisms
145. One cubic meter of steel approximately weighs:
a) 1000 kgb) 4.5 - 5.0 tc) 1.0 t
d) 7.5 - 7.9 t
146. How should the operation of limit switches in the aforementioned two-speed hoists be correctly checked?
a) 1x at high speed
b) 2X, (1X slow and 1X fast)
c) there is no need to check the limit switchesd) hoists are not equipped with limit switches147. After finishing work, can the operator of the hoist or winch leave the sling on the hook of the lifting mechanism?
a) yes, but only chain or strap slings
b) no
c) yes, but only if the hook block lifts it high enoughd) in workplaces with continuous operation, this is recommended148. Can the operator use a device with a damaged brake of the lifting mechanism?
a) yes, but only if the lifted load has a negligible massb) yes, but only if the lifted load does not exceed the rated lifting capacity of the devicec) yes, then they use the emergency brake activated by the emergency stop button
d) no, they cannot
149. Can the operator lift a moved load when the ropes of the lifting mechanism of the hoist or winch are not vertical?
a) yes, provided that the angle of deviation does not exceed 45°b) yes, provided that the angle of deviation does not exceed 60°c) yes, as the maximum allowable angle is 120°
d) they cannot lift the load this way
150. In the case of needing to lift a large load and the presence of several signalers giving commands to the operator during this action:
a) work is not possible, as the participation of more than one signaler during the load lifting operation is not allowed
b) commands should be followed from one designated signaler, except for the STOP signal, which can be given by any of the signalers
c) commands should be followed from all signalers, except for the STOP signal, which can only be given by one designated signalerd) commands should be followed in the order they are given151. Above the rooms where people may stay:
a) it is allowed to transport loads, provided that a vertical distance of 0.5 meters from the room is maintained
b) it is not allowed to transport loads
c) it is allowed to transport loads without stopping above the rooms and maintaining a vertical distance of 1 meter from the roomsd) none of the above answers is correct152. Loads may be stored:
a) in any place, provided that the dimensions of the load allow itb) on transport routes
c) only in designated places
d) in places designated by the UDT inspector153. In case of limited visibility of the load storage area, one should:
a) refuse to perform the work
b) seek help from a signalman or hook operatorc) first try to set down without the help of a hook operator, only if unsuccessful ask for helpd) assess the transport route and then set down the load independently154. An electromagnetic gripper is used for lifting:
a) plasticsb) glass sheetsc) aluminum sheets thicker than 8 mm
d) sheets made of ferromagnetic steel
155. A pneumatic gripper allows lifting loads thanks to:
a) the overpressure in the gripping elements of the gripper
b) the underpressure in the gripping elements of the gripper
c) the magnetic field acting on the lifted elementd) the air cushion created at the interface between the load surface and the gripper surface156. A hoist or winch cannot lift loads:
a) with a mass greater than the lifting capacity of the hoist or winchb) peoplec) glued to the ground
d) all of the above answers are correct
157. Assessment of the technical condition of the hook:
a) is unnecessary due to its strengthb) can only be performed by the manufacturer's service
c) is the operator's responsibility
d) is solely the responsibility of the maintenance technician158. The operator, when picking up a load:
a) must estimate the weight of the load
b) does not need to know the weight of the load because the device will turn off by itself when the load is too heavyc) does not need to know the weight of the load because the weight of the load does not affect the operation of the craned) does not need to know the weight of the load as this is handled by the maintenance technician159. Checking the operation of limit switches of hoists and winches by the operator is:
a) possible only with rope driveb) possible only with chain drivec) impossible for the operator because they do not have the qualifications for it
d) possible with both rope and chain drive
160. The key switch in the control box is used for:
a) turning on the second gearb) activating the service functionc) starting the motor of the travel mechanism and/or lifting
d) turning on the control of the box
161. The load chain should be lubricated:
a) if the wear of the links exceeds 10% of the initial thickness
b) according to the requirements of the operating instructions
c) only after the first signs of corrosion appeard) exclusively at the request of the UDT inspector162. The wear criterion of the hook throat is (unless the operating manual states otherwise)
a) 25% of the initial valueb) 1% of the initial value
c) 10% of the initial value
d) 10%, not more than 5mm163. Removing the key from the control panel should only be possible:
a) in position "0" (off)
b) in position "1" (on)c) in any positiond) exclusively in the intermediate position
164. The illustration below shows a feature:
a) chain sling
b) rope slingc) strap slingd) specialist traverse
165. The illustration below shows a feature:
a) chain sling
b) rope sling
c) strap slingd) specialist traverse
166. The below illustration shows a feature:
a) chain slingb) rope sling
c) strap sling
d) specialist traverse167. The traverse is used for:
a) lifting special loads, e.g. sheets of metal
b) lifting long loads, where the use of ordinary slings is impossible or difficult
c) lifting loads exceeding the rated capacity of the device,d) all answers are correct
168. The minimum lifting capacity of the hoisting device lifting a load of 24 t using the presented traverse is:
a) 20.0t
b) 25.2t
c) 30.0td) all answers are incorrect169. The abbreviation DOR stands for:
a) permissible working load
b) permissible working load of the rope at a vertex angle alpha of 120°c) allowed manual operationd) technical and operational documentation170. We suspend the load on a two-point hook:
a) so that both points are equally loaded
b) so that the difference in the load of the individual points of the hook does not exceed 30%c) only using a special sling for a two-point hookd) only using chain slings171. The reduction of the DOR of a multi-strand sling is influenced by:
a) The number of strands usedb) additional operational restrictions included in the sling instructions
c) the angle of divergence of the strands
d) all answers are correct
172. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A for the Iin sling:
a) 6.0tb) 5.0t
c) 7.0t
d) 3.5t
173. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A for the Iin sling:
a) 2.0tb) 5.0tc) 7.0t
d) 10t

174. The drawing shows:
a) nameplate of a two-strand chain slingb) nameplate of a chain sling with a maximum load of 2,500 kgc) nameplate of a chain sling with a maximum load of 3,550 kg
d) answer a and c are correct

175. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (angle a) for the two-strand sling:
a) 100°
b) 90°
c) 70°d) 50°
176. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (angle a) for a two-leg sling:
a) 120°
b) 90°c) 70°d) 50°
177. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (DOR based on angle a) for a two-leg sling:
a) 70%
b) 90%c) 110%d) 50%
178. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (DOR based on angle a) for a two-leg sling:
a) 70%b) 90%c) 110%
d) 50%

179. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (DOR based on the method of suspension) for a strap sling:
a) 1b) 1.4c) 0.8
d) 2

180. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (DOR based on the method of suspension) for a strap sling:
a) 1b) 1.4
c) 0.8
d) 2
181. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A (DOR based on 0 suspension method) for the sling:
a) 1
b) 1.4c) 0.8d) 2
182. Indicate which of the methods of suspending the load is correct?
a) Fig A
b) Fig Bc) Both methods are correct.d) Both methods are incorrect.
183. Indicate which of the methods of suspending the load using a chain sling is correct?
a) Fig A
b) Fig Bc) Both methods are correct.d) Both methods are incorrect.
184. The following drawing shows:
a) interchangeable equipment mounted to the heads of lifting devicesb) element of the lifting system of hoisting trolleys
c) specialized sling for transporting loads placed on transport pallets
d) all answers are incorrect
185. The following drawing shows:
a) specialized sling for transporting steel and concrete pipes;
b) claw grab for handling scrap,c) specialized sling for transporting loads placed on transport pallets;d) element of rail clamps
186. The specialized sling shown in the picture is used for:
a) lifting sheets of steel plate
b) lifting steel rodsc) lifting concrete elementsd) lifting plastic elements
187. The specialized sling shown in the picture is used for:
a) lifting concrete elementsb) lifting plastic elements
c) lifting sheets of steel plate
d) lifting steel rods188. The correct selection of the sling is the responsibility of:
a) the hook operatorb) the operator (in situations where the operator is responsible for hooking the load)c) the company's health and safety services
d) answers a and b are correct
189. Slings are subject to periodic inspections at intervals of:
a) every 30 daysb) every 2 monthsc) not subject to periodic inspections
d) in accordance with the provisions of the sling operation manual,
190. The choice of the type of sling used depends on:
a) the type of material being transportedb) the availability of the slingc) the environmental conditions of the sling's work location, e.g., temperature, UV radiation, air humidity
d) answers a and c are correct
191. Before starting work, the operator is required to:
a) Based on the weight of the lifted loads, select the sling with the appropriate WLLb) Based on the type of lifted loads, select the sling with the appropriate constructionc) Assess the technical condition of the sling in terms of its wear
d) All answers are correct
192. A sling is:
a) an element that allows for the transportation of a loadb) an element placed between the hoist and the loadc) an element whose weight must be considered when lifting a load
d) all answers are correct
193. Slings can be divided:
a) based on the material from which they are madeb) based on the number of load-bearing ropesc) based on the type of ropes
d) all answers are correct
194. The WLL of a web sling can be determined:
a) by testing the strength with a test weightb) by measuring the thickness of the web
c) by checking the information on the identifier/label
d) all answers are correct195. Working with a sling without a nameplate:
a) is prohibited
b) is permissible provided that special caution is exercisedc) is permissible provided that the lifting capacity of the slings is determined based on the hook numberd) is permissible with the consent of the conservator196. Chain slings:
a) can only be terminated with a hook
b) can have other terminations than a hook, e.g. a shackle
c) can be used in any ambient temperatured) do not require maintenance197. The maximum allowable apex angle α used in a sling can be:
a) 120°
b) 100°c) there are no restrictions, as it is sufficient to reduce the allowable working load of the slingd) 90°198. The maximum angle β in a sling can be:
a) 120°
b) 60°
c) only angle α is consideredd) there are no restrictions, as it is sufficient to reduce the allowable working load of the sling
199. Indicate which of the methods of suspending a load using a chain sling is incorrect:
a) Fig Ab) Fig B
c) Fig C
d) Fig D
200. Indicate which of the methods of attaching the hook is incorrect:
a) Fig Ab) Fig B and C
c) Fig B, C, D
d) Fig C D,
201. Indicate which method of attaching the hook is correct:
a) Fig Ab) Fig B and Dc) Fig B, C, D
d) Fig D

202. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A for a two-leg sling:
a) 120%b) 90%
c) 70%
d) 10%
203. Based on the presented drawing, indicate value A for a two-leg sling:
a) 120%b) 90%c) 70%
d) 50%
204. Unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise, the permissible criteria for hook wear in slings are:
a) opening by 5% and wear of the throat by 10%
b) opening by 20% and wear of the throat by 10%c) opening and wear of the throat by 1%d) the dimensions of the hook do not change during operation205. Unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise, the permissible number of wire breaks in a lifting sling is:
a) 1% of wires in the braid over a length of 6 diameters and 10% over a length of 30 diametersb) 5 wires in the braid over a length of 6 diameters and 10 over a length of 30 diametersc) 10% of braids
d) all answers are incorrect
206. Which of the following damages disqualify a wire rope sling from further use?
a) break of the strand in the ropeb) local reduction of diameter due to core breakage of the ropec) deformation in the shape of a basket
d) all answers are correct
207. As the apex angle α increases:
a) the permissible working load increases
b) the permissible working load decreases
c) the permissible working load remains unchanged, as the angle only affects the lifting capacity of the hoistd) the apex angle is only significant at the value of alpha=120 degrees208. Angles α and β in relation to slings:
a) are always equal to each otherb) angle α is half of angle β
c) angle β is half of angle α
d) all answers are incorrect209. When lifting items with sharp edges using a web sling, one should:
a) use special protective pads to secure the sling from sharp edges
b) it is prohibited to use web slingsc) the load should be double wrapped to prevent the strap from frayingd) only use polyester web slings210. When suspending a load using a two-leg chain sling with hooks to grips, one should:
a) fasten the sling so that the hooks' corners are facing outward
b) fasten the sling so that the hooks' corners are facing inwardc) on one side, the hook's corner should be on the outside and on the other side to the insided) all answers are incorrect211. The value of the DOR of a multi-leg sling is:
a) a value dependent on the lifting capacity of the crane
b) a variable value that depends on the angle between the sling legs
c) dependent on the mass of the transported loadd) a constant value212. Using slings at temperatures above 100°C is:
a) permissible, but for a short time
b) permissible as long as the sling instructions allow it
c) prohibitedd) permissible only when using chain slings
213. The illustration below shows:
a) a feature of a four-leg chain sling
b) a feature of a linear sling with a leg length of 10 mc) a feature of a special slingd) all answers are correct
214. The maximum lifting capacity of the presented sling is:
a) 8.4t
b) 6.0tc) 10.0td) 8.0 t
215. The maximum lifting capacity of the presented sling at a vertex angle β of 60° is:
a) 10.0 tb) 8.0t
c) 6.0 t
d) 4.0t
216. The maximum load capacity of the presented sling at the vertex angle β 45° is:
a) 8.4t
b) 8.0tc) 6.4 td) 4.0t
217. Based on the presented drawing, indicate the correct way to attach the hook:
a) Ab) B
c) C
d) D
218. The maximum mass of the lifted load at an angle β of 55° must not exceed:
a) 12000 kgb) 9000 kg
c) 6000 kg
d) all answers are incorrect
219. The maximum mass of the lifted load at an angle β of 40° must not exceed:
a) 12000 kg
b) 9000 kg
c) 6000 kgd) all answers are incorrect
220. The maximum mass of the lifted load at an angle β of 50° must not exceed:
a) 12000 kgb) 9000 kg
c) 6000 kg
d) all answers are incorrect
221. The maximum weight of the lifted load at an angle β of 65° cannot exceed:
a) 12000 kgb) 9000 kgc) 6000 kg
d) lifting is not allowed

222. Based on the presented drawing, determine the maximum weight of the load that can be lifted using a 4-leg sling:
a) 6t
b) 8.4tc) 12td) all answers are incorrect
223. Based on the presented drawing, determine the maximum weight of the load that can be lifted using a 4-leg sling:
a) 6t
b) 8.4t
c) 12td) answers a and b are correct.
224. Based on the presented drawing, determine the maximum weight of the load that can be lifted using a 4-leg sling:
a) 7tb) 8.4tc) 12t
d) all answers are incorrect

225. Which of the presented special slings can be used to lift sheets in a vertical position?
a) FIG. 1b) FIG. 2
c) FIG. 3
d) FIG. 4
226. Which of the presented lifting equipment can be used to lift sheets in a horizontal position?
a) RYS. 1
b) RYS. 2
c) RYS. 3d) RYS. 4
227. Which of the presented lifting equipment can be used to lift steel girders?
a) RYS. 1
b) RYS. 2
c) RYS. 3d) RYS. 4
228. Which of the presented lifting equipment can be used to lift long steel rods?
a) RYS. 1b) RYS. 2c) RYS. 3
d) RYS. 4

229. Which of the presented lifting equipment can be used to lift loads stored on transport pallets?
a) RYS. 1b) RYS. 2
c) RYS. 3
d) RYS. 4
230. Which of the presented lifting equipment can be used to lift sheets of metal in a horizontal position?
a) RYS. 1 and RYS. 2
b) RYS. 2 and RYS. 3c) RYS. 3 and RYS. 4d) RYS. 4 and RYS. l
231. In the picture below, the symbol α means
a) the angle of divergence of the sling's straps
b) the maximum vertex anglec) the value determining the lifting capacity of the slingd) the DOR of the sling
232. In the picture below, the symbol β means:
a) the length of the sling
b) the angle of deviation of the straps from the vertical
c) a two-strand chain slingd) all answers are incorrect233. Which of the following conditions must a sling for moving a load absolutely meet?
a) the lifting capacity of the sling cannot be less than the weight of the lifted loadb) the length of the sling must ensure that the angle of divergence of the sling does not exceed 120°c) the sling must have a readable rated characteristic
d) all answers are correct
234. Transport of liquid metals is possible in the case of:
a) using special precautions for the hoist or general-purpose winch
b) only by using a hoist or winch specially designed for this purpose
c) obtaining individual consent from UDTd) exclusively by an operator with at least 5 years of work experience235. A pneumatic gripper allows for lifting a load thanks to:
a) the overpressure in the gripping elements of the gripper
b) the underpressure in the gripping elements of the gripper
c) the magnetic field acting on the lifted elementd) none of the above answers is correct236. When working with a hoist or winch equipped with an electromagnetic gripper:
a) you do not need to pay attention to the size and shape of the load, because due to the limited power of the magnetic field, the device will not be overloaded anywayb) the shape of the load affects the size of the magnetic field used by the gripper, and thus the lifting capacity of the device
c) it is assumed that the magnetic field is proportional to the mass of the lifted load
d) All of the above answers are correct237. A hoist or winch with a pneumatic gripper can be used for lifting:
a) only ferromagnetic sheetsb) only glass panes
c) sheets made of any material as well as glass panes
d) materials with a strongly porous structure238. During the unloading of a wagon with sand using a winch with a bucket, in the wagon:
a) only one person can be present shoveling sand to the center of the wagonb) more people can be present if necessary
c) no one can be present, entry to the wagon is only possible after stopping the winch
d) the winch operator can be present in the case of using radio control239. How many brakes of the lifting mechanism are usually required in the construction of hoists/winches?
a) at least three, each installed on a different shaft of the lifting mechanismb) at least one with a safety factor of 5
c) at least two independent brakes
d) in the case of a self-braking mechanism, an additional brake is not required240. The core of the rope in a hoist/winch should be made of:
a) synthetic fibersb) sisal fibers
c) steel wire
d) any inorganic material241. If the instruction does not state otherwise, the mandatory action for the operator of the hoist with a grab for bulk materials is:
a) repairing the grab in case of failure each time
b) placing the grab for bulk materials in the open position on the ground after finishing work
c) lifting the grab with material at an angle if necessaryd) all of the above answers are correct242. If the manufacturer does not specify otherwise, the permissible limit criteria for wear of the hooks of hoisting cranes is:
a) 5% deformation, 10% wearb) 10% deformation, 5% wearc) 10% deformation, 10% wear
