Evaluation Test

Evaluation Test
Safety Training for Operators
Of Pettibone Speed Swing
Date ___________________
Name ___________________________________
MULITPLE CHOICE – circle the letter of the correct answer
1. The term ROPS refers to

(a) Recyclable Oxygen Pressure System
(b) Removable Overhead Protection Structure
(c) Roll Over Protective Structure
(d) Release Object / Pallet System
2. Whenever making a 90-degree turn, remember that

(a) The boom and tail assembly can travel outside and the turning radius
(b) The rear wheels will always lose traction and slip in the direction of the turn
(c) The boom must always be lowered to within 1 inch (25.4mm) of the ground
(d) Set the gear select to first low and then high gear range
3. Should the Speed Swing roll over, you must always

(a) Attempt to leap clear in the direction opposite the roll
(b) Remain seated with a firm grip on the steering wheel
(c) Deploy the front-mounted stabilisers, if the machine is so equipped.
(d) Attempt to dump the load to stabilize the Speed Swing
4. The manufacturer’s Operator’s Manual is

(a) Stored in the site managers office
(b) Taken home for study each night
(c) Cut apart and important pages pasted on the dashboard o the Speed Swing
(d) Stored with the machine for immediate access
5. In the event that the Speed Swing requires mechanical, electrical or hydraulic maintenance
(a) Park the Speed Swing on a level surface away from traffic, shut down and attach a ‘DO
NOT OPERATE” tag on the machine’s steering wheel and remove the key
(b) Operate only under the direct observation of the site manger
(c) Use it only in a reduced capacity
(d) Stop frequently to determine the current status of the item requiring maintenance
6. Load charts indicate
(a) The maximum available horsepower
(b) The maximum number of people who can safely be lifted on the boom
(c) The maximum weight of the Speed Swing
(d) Lifting maximums within various lifting regions
7. When refuelling the Speed Swing, which of the following is not required?
(a) Clean up spilled fuel immediately
(b) Ground the fuel nozzle to the filler neck
(c) Check the transmission fluid level
(d) Shut off the engine while refuelling
8. The battery electrolyte solution contains

(a) Chlorine
(b) Sodium chloride
(c) Sulfuric acid
(d) Hydrochloric acid
9. In product manuals and on decals on the machine, which signal word indicates the
greatest level of concern?
(a) Danger
(b) Warning
(c) Caution
(d) Notice
10. When inspecting the tires of the Speed Swing, which of the following is a concern
(a) Correct pressure
(b) Uneven or excessive wear
(c) The condition of valve stmsand caps
(d) All the above
11. When putting the Speed Swing onto Hi Rail, the operator should always
(a) Extend both Hi Rail Axles at the same time
(b) Have the Speed Swing in 2wheel drive
(c) Make sure all 4wheels are in line and be in Front Wheel Steer Mode
(d) Swing the Boom off to one side in order to see the track better
12. Rear axle oscillation stops should be down

(a) Only when on rubber lines
(b) Only when up on hi rail wheel
(c) When lifting over the ide of the machine
(d) Both (b) & (c)
TRUE or FALSE – highlight or circle the correct answer
True or False The combined centre of gravity of a Speed Swing and its load may change
when the load is lifted
True of False When elevated loads will be near electric power lines, the power to the lines
should be shut off or the lines rerouted
True or False Because if the weight of the Speed Swing, you need not be concerned when
driving over compacted wet clay
True or False When you carry a load uphill and the load blocks your line of sights, it is
recommenced tt you carry the load as low as possible
True or False When you drive from a bright sunlight area into a darkened warehouse or
factory, you should allow 5 to 10 seconds, until your vision adjusts to the
night, before proceeding
True or False You can carry a concrete pipe across rutted train at any speed
True or False Because Speed Swings are built to operate under rugged conditions, they
require little or no preventive maintenance
True or False The key to success Speed Swing operation is to dress comfortably. Loose
clothing will help to improve our range of mobility
True or False An automobile is designed for high speed travel over prepared roads wile
the Speed Swing is designed for low – speed operation over unimproved
terrain
True or False Prior to each day’s operation you should take a walking inspection of the
worksite to note special conditions or conditions which may have changed
True or False Crab steering id generally used for the Speed Swing on Hi Rail
True or False If you cannot determine the weight of the load, ask your supervisor or
request that the supplier provide this information
True or False Never use a set of forks in which one or both forks have been welded

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Safety Training for Operators

Of Pettibone Speed Swing

MULITPLE CHOICE – circle the letter of the correct answer

1. The term ROPS refers to

2. Whenever making a 90-degree turn, remember that

3. Should the Speed Swing roll over, you must always

4. The manufacturer’s Operator’s Manual is

8. The battery electrolyte solution contains

12. Rear axle oscillation stops should be down

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