Rigging Theory N2 — Document

April 2018 — N2 — Rigging Theory

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1.1FIGURE 1 shows different wire rope slings used during a rigging process. Write the name of each type of sling next to the letter

1.2Explain the purpose of each of the following splice used in wire ropes:

1.2.1Long splice (2\

1.2.2Short splice (3\

1.3Name THREE basic types of rope haulages. (3\

1.4Give FOUR advantages of tri angular strand ropes (4\

1.5Give FIVE advantages of man made fibre ropes over natural fibre rope (5\ [20] (11041852\20

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2.1FIGURE 2 shows different types of snatch blocks used during a rigging process. Write the name of each type of snatch block next to the letter (A C\ in the ANSWER BOOK. A B C

2.2State THREE factors to consider when taking care of chain slings. (3\

2.3Illustrate with a neat sketch how one would check the hook for any stretching defect (3\

2.4List FIVE defects that can occur on a Tirfor winch. (5\

2.5List the personal protective equipment used when pulling the steel rope on the Tirfor winch. (1\ [15]15

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3.1List FOUR points to observe during inspection of attachments. (4\

3.2List THREE possible hazards that cause ropes to be damaged or broken. (3\

3.3Draw a neat labelled sketch of the location of a under

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4.1List FOUR types of hoisting systems. (4\

4.2Explain each of the following terms:

4.2.1Breaking force

4.2.2

4.3

4.4Wire ropes used with scraper haulers or winches must have flexibility, as well as good wearing qualities.

4.4.1Name the type of core used in this construction. (1\

4.4.2Give TWO reasons for using this type of core. (2\ [15]15

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5.1FIGURE 3 shows a detachable device. Label the parts of the detachable device by writing the answer next to the letter (A E\the ANSWER BOOK.

5.2Name the detachable device shown in FIGURE 3 (1\

5.3List FOUR visual inspections that must be done before using the device shown in FIGURE 3 (4\ [10] (11041852\10

Q6— Section header —

6.1Define each of the following terms that apply to mobile cranes

6.1.1Derricking

6.1.2Stability reac

6.1.3

6.2Explain each of the following types of derricks

6.2.1frame d errick

6.2.2

6.3Give FIVE advantages of a j ib crane (5\

6.4Explain how the chain of a crane is annealed. (2\

6.5Give THREE reasons for the annealing process on a chain of a crane. (3\ [20]20

Q7— Section header —

7.1FIGURE 4 show a solid block that must be lift ed 50 metres onto a platform. FIGURE

7.2FIGURE 5 below shows a motor and a pump that must be lifted up to be placed onto a base. Motor Pump

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Total100 marks

Sections20 + 15 + 10 + 15 + 10 + 20 + 10 = 100 marks

Paper information

TitleDocument

SubjectRigging Theory

LevelN2

Document typeQuestion paper

Year2018

MonthApril

Pages8

Downloads4

Examination context

Decade2010s

Years ago8y

SeasonAutumn (SH)

Start daySunday

Exam periodApril 2018

Days since exam3,113

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