General knowledge
General knowledge
Boomlifts
Scissor lifts
Wildcards
100

What are the two main risks with mewps? 

Hitting POWERLINES, and getting cooked like a Costco rotisserie chicken. 

100

Emergency auxiliary pump allows how many functions to be performed simultaneously?

1 otherwise, you will BLOW UP the pump. 

100

To start the engine from the upper controls the foot pedal switch must be in?

the up position.

100

The capacity rating of the scissor lift platform extension is_________________.

Less than the main platform

100

Which gas do plants use for photosynthesis?

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

200

If allowed by the manufacturer, when repositioning the elevated platform you should do what? 

Turtle mode activated, slow and incrementally. 

200

What precautions should be used when operating around other moving equipment?

Cones, barriers, flags or a spotter. 

200

The lower controls on the machine should be used for?

Pre op function test and emergency operation

200

When operating your scissor lift for work which controls should you use?

The upper controls

200

Which famous scientist developed the laws of motion and gravity?

Isaac Newton

300

How does WIND affect the usage of a MEWP? 

Can exert horizontal forces.

300

What additional procedure is required when maneuvering thru traffic?

Use your spotter.

300

In order for your machine to operate from the upper controls

Both upper and lower E stops must be pulled out.

300

What safety device is designed to prevent tip over if the lift is driven into a depression?

Pot hole protection bars

300

Which planet is known as the "Morning Star" or "Evening Star"?

Venus

400

Ropes and webbing used in lanyards and harnesses must be made of______________ why?

Synthetic fibers. They're manufactured for the specific purpose of holding YOUR weight in a fall. 

400

How high should an aerial lift be when traveling?

Just high enough to clear any obstacles. 

400

When you are traveling on steep grades you should travel in?

Low wheel speed but high engine speed.

400

When must the chain or rear swing gate be closed?

Before and during operation

400

How many continents are there on Earth?

Seven

500

What type of ground conditions could cause support problems for your MEWPS?

Soft surfaces/fresh soils. 
500

When performing your pre-op function check, verify which controls first?

Lower or emergency controls.

500

When traveling the machine, the boom function should ?

Should not be used unless the manufacturer allows it.

500

How is travel speed affected by platform elevation?

Decreases speed as platform is elevated.

500

Who invented the telephone?

Alexander Graham Bell

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