CORE 00109 Quiz

For material handling tasks, it is just as important to be mentally fit as it is to be ____________.

• physically fit

• physically aggressive

• closely supervised

• over 200 pounds

When stacking or storing light materials that have a large surface area and could easily be moved by the wind, what should you do?

• keep the stack height less than four feet

• weight the top of the stack with clamps

• tie down or band the materials

• secure the materials in a flameproof cabinet

Which of the following is a type of knot that is often used to join the ends of two ropes in non-critical, low-strain applications?

• Bowline

• Clove hitch

• Half hitch

• Square knot

Which of the following are often used to secure loads on hand trucks?

• Dolly spotters

• Bungee cords

• Wheel chocks

• Ratchet straps

When refueling a concrete mule, always be sure the ____________.

• work zone is at least twice the load height

• dump bucket is in the dumping position

• engine is turned off and has cooled down

• boom is in the fully retracted position

Why is it important to be mentally fit during material handling tasks?

• To lift heavier objects

• To make safe decisions and avoid accidents

• To work faster

• To supervise others

What is the main risk when stacking light materials with a large surface area outdoors?

• Fire hazard

• Wind can blow them away

• Water damage

• Theft

Which knot is NOT recommended for joining two ropes in non-critical, low-strain applications?

• Square knot

• Bowline

• Clove hitch

• Half hitch

What is the purpose of using bungee cords on hand trucks?

• To move the truck faster

• To secure the load and prevent shifting

• To increase the weight capacity

• To protect the wheels

Before refueling a concrete mule, what should you check about the engine?

• It is running smoothly

• It is turned off and cooled down

• It is in idle mode

• It is fully loaded