Preview Questions Heavy Equipment Operator | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How often should the tracking and alignment of a bulldozer be checked for proper calibration?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

After every service interval

Only when there are signs of equipment malfunction

Once every six months

Before each use, especially in uneven terrain

Question 2: When setting up a crane for operation, how should a Heavy Equipment Operator calibrate the load moment indicator (LMI)?

Which action should you take?

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By estimating the load and adjusting the system settings accordingly

By using the machine only in lower capacity settings to avoid overload

By checking the load chart, ensuring proper calibration, and verifying with a test load

By using the equipment without calibration and assuming the system is correct

Question 3: If a loader's transmission slips during use, what troubleshooting steps should be followed?

Which action should you take?

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Inspect the transmission fluid level, check for contamination, and ensure proper fluid pressure

Increase engine speed to compensate for slipping

Adjust the tire pressure to balance the load

Ignore the issue and continue with the task

Question 4: When troubleshooting a malfunctioning exhaust system on a bulldozer, which component should be inspected first?

Which action should you take?

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The exhaust manifold and catalytic converter

The engine oil filter

The air filter

The hydraulic pump

Question 5: What is the first action a Heavy Equipment Operator should take when an equipment malfunction occurs?

Which action should you take?

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Immediately stopping the machine, inspecting the issue, and notifying the supervisor for a proper fix

Reporting the issue after the shift is completed

Continuing to work until the machine completely breaks down

Using another piece of equipment without reporting the malfunction

Question 6: When operating a bulldozer, which of the following should be avoided to ensure safety and compliance with industry regulations?

Which action should you take?

Choose only one option

Using the bulldozer in compliance with manufacturer specifications

Using the dozer blade to push material without a designated operator

Ensuring the machine's tracks are free of debris

Operating the machine with a proper safety harness