CPCS Appointed Person Practice Questions - CPCS A61 Appointed Person - Lifting Operations Exam - CPCS Appointed Person Practice Questions - CPCS A61 Appointed Person

Question 1

Under BS 7121-1:2016, who holds overall technical responsibility for the safe planning, organization, and execution of a lifting operation?

The Crane Operator The Appointed Person (AP) The Crane Supervisor The Site General Manager

Correct Answer:

The Appointed Person (AP)

Question 2

BS 7121 categorizes lifting operations into three complexity levels. Which category applies to a standard lift using a single mobile crane over clear ground with a known load weight?

Basic Lift Intermediate Lift Complex Lift Routine Industrial Lift

Correct Answer:

Basic Lift

Question 3

When an Appointed Person delegates the physical site supervision of a lifting operation to a Crane Supervisor, what legal/technical responsibility does the AP retain?

No responsibility; full liability transfers to the Crane Supervisor once on site. Overall legal responsibility for the accuracy and safety of the Lift Plan and risk assessment. Responsibility only for paying the crane hire charges. Responsibility for physically attaching slings to the load.

Correct Answer:

Overall legal responsibility for the accuracy and safety of the Lift Plan and risk assessment.

Question 4

According to BS 7121, what action MUST be taken if wind speeds on site reach the maximum operating limit specified by the crane manufacturer?

Lower the boom or secure the load and cease lifting operations immediately. Increase counterweight mass to stabilize the boom. Double the speed of the hoist to finish the lift faster. Continue lifting provided the slinger holds a tag line.

Correct Answer:

Lower the boom or secure the load and cease lifting operations immediately.

Question 5

Under BS 7121-3 for mobile cranes, what condition must be met regarding outrigger beams before a lift commences on outriggers?

Outrigger beams must be extended to the exact positions specified in the duty chart being used (typically 100% full extension). Outrigger beams only need to be extended on the side facing the load. Outrigger tyres must remain firmly in contact with the ground to share load. Outrigger beams must be kept fully retracted to minimize ground pressure.

Correct Answer:

Outrigger beams must be extended to the exact positions specified in the duty chart being used (typically 100% full extension).

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