Louisiana Contractor Rigging, House Moving, Wrecking, and Dismantling Trade Examination Practice Test
Rigging, house moving, wrecking, and dismantling work combines load control with planning for moving or removing structures. The practice material samples decisions about crane positioning, wire-rope and sling use, load attachment, tag-line handling, and route hazards during a house move.
Exam overview
About the Louisiana Contractor Rigging, House Moving, Wrecking, and Dismantl… Exam
Safe lifting starts with estimating the load and matching the rigging arrangement to its weight, shape, and lift points. Workers must recognize how an offset crane hook can create side loading or make a load swing, and how sling material, shackle assembly, and lifting-beam connections affect the lift. Before a structural member is released, the crew needs a controlled support and lowering plan. House moving adds route assessment: grades, clearances, overhead lines, and ground-level obstructions can affect equipment setup and load stability. Winch operations also require attention to wire-rope condition and orderly spooling on the drum. These tasks call for clear coordination among the operator, signal person, and crew, with workers positioned outside the suspended load’s path and using tag lines without placing themselves in pinch or crush zones.
Sample Practice Questions
Review a selection from this exam's published US Practice Tests practice bank.
A crew is moving a house along a route that crosses a sloped section. What should be addressed in the move plan before the structure reaches that section?
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Correct answer: AA slope can affect the forces on the moving system and the ability to control the structure. The route and equipment must be evaluated and the movement planned so restraint and control remain adequate.
A crane hook is not positioned directly over a load before hoisting. What is the main risk of lifting with the hook offset?
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Correct answer: AAn offset hook can cause the load to swing toward the point below the hook as it lifts. This can create hazardous side loading and uncontrolled movement; position the hook over the load’s center of gravity before hoisting.
During a house move, what is the purpose of checking the planned route for overhead and ground-level obstructions?
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Correct answer: ARoute checks can reveal obstructions, restricted clearances, uneven surfaces, or access constraints that could endanger the structure, equipment, or workers. Identifying these issues in advance supports safer movement planning.
A load is being pulled using a wire rope and a powered winch. What is a sound practice for the rope as it winds onto the winch drum?
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Correct answer: AEven, properly arranged spooling helps prevent rope damage, jamming, and unpredictable loading. Follow the winch manufacturer’s instructions, and keep hands clear of moving rope and drum pinch points.
Before a suspended load is lifted, what is the primary purpose of verifying the load’s weight and the rigging configuration?
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Correct answer: AKnowing the load weight and rigging arrangement allows the lift team to check that the equipment and attachment points are appropriate for the load and the planned configuration.
A synthetic web sling has been exposed to a chemical whose compatibility with the sling material is unknown. What is the safest action?
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Correct answer: CChemicals can weaken or damage synthetic sling fibers without obvious visible signs. Keep the sling out of service until a qualified source confirms it is compatible and safe to use.
When a load is being guided with a tag line, where should workers generally position themselves?
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Correct answer: ATag lines should help control a load while workers remain outside the fall zone and away from pinch points. Wrapping a line around a hand or body can cause serious injury if the load moves unexpectedly.
How to use this practice test
The free practice session draws up to 20 random questions from the 50-question bank and displays results afterward. Use missed or uncertain answers to identify which lift-planning decisions need more attention, such as load alignment, rigging compatibility, route clearance, or controlled release of a structural member.
Preparation tips
- For each lift scenario, identify the load’s estimated weight, center of gravity, attachment points, and whether the hook is positioned over the load.
- Compare sling and hardware choices with the load and connection arrangement; flag unknown chemical compatibility or mismatched lifting-beam connections for resolution before lifting.
- Trace a house-move route for slopes, overhead clearances, ground obstructions, and locations where the moving equipment or structure could lose stability.
- Review wire-rope and winch practices, including rope condition and even spooling, and consider how poor winding can affect line control.
- For dismantling scenarios, establish how a beam or other member will be supported and lowered before its final structural connection is released; keep tag-line handlers clear of crush zones.