Massachusetts Hoisting License Practice Test

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the Massachusetts Hoisting License Exam with our interactive quiz featuring flashcards and multiple choice questions. Test your knowledge with hints and explanations to enhance your learning experience.

Practice this question and more.

When calculating the actual weight of a lift, what must you add to the weight of the load?

Rigging any load handling device
Counterweights
Personnel weight
Safety gear

The correct answer is: Rigging any load handling device

To calculate the actual weight of a lift, it is essential to include the weight of the rigging and any load handling device. Rigging encompasses all equipment used to secure and manage the load as well as the devices that aid in lifting it, such as slings, hooks, and shackles. All these components contribute to the total weight being lifted, and omitting their weight could lead to significant safety risks, such as overloading the hoisting equipment or failing to assess the required lifting capacity accurately. Including the weight of the rigging gives a more precise calculation of the load weight that the hoisting equipment must support, ensuring that operators are aware of the full load they are managing. By considering all elements involved in the lifting process, you can maintain better safety and compliance standards in hoisting operations.