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HS&E Operatives practice question: Lifting operations and lifting equipment (6 of 7) D. High risk activities A free question from our original HS&E Operatives practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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A heavy steel beam needs to be lifted into place with a mobile crane.
Who should plan the lift?
Choose one answer.
A A. A competent person with the right knowledge and experienceB B. The crane driver, on the day, as they go alongC C. Whoever is nearest when the crane arrivesD D. Nobody, as long as the crane is big enoughShow the answer and explanation Answer: A
A. Right: Right. HSE says lifting operations must be properly planned by a competent person with adequate practical and theoretical knowledge.B. Wrong: Wrong. The lift must be planned before it starts, not made up as it goes.C. Wrong: Wrong. Planning a lift needs knowledge and experience.D. Wrong: Wrong. Every lift needs planning, however big the crane.Explanation Every lifting operation must be planned by a competent person, supervised, and done by trained people.
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