Question 559 Deck General

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The signal man assisting the crane operator first taps his elbow with one hand and then proceeds to use regular signals. This is the signal to _______________.

A use the main hoist
B proceed slowly
C increase speed
D use the whip line
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) use the whip line. The tap on the elbow with one hand is a signal to the crane operator to use the whip line (a smaller, secondary line) instead of the main hoist. This is a standard hand signal used in crane operations to indicate a change in the equipment being used. The other answer choices do not correctly match this specific hand signal.

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