Question

there are three different types of slings. you can determine which type you use by referencing the type of load you will need to transport. what additional factor determines which type of sling you use?

select the best option.

○ what’s available at your worksite
○ who is working during the shift
○ environmental factors
○ the type of crane

if you need to review this content, it can be found in the cranes and slings module of the materials handling, storage, use, and disposal topic.

Explanation:

To determine the additional factor for sling type, we analyze each option:

• "What’s available at your worksite" is not a technical or safety - based determining factor for the appropriate sling type. Sling selection should be based on load and other relevant technical factors, not just availability.
• "Who is working during the shift" has no relation to the mechanical or safety requirements of sling selection. The workers on shift do not impact the type of sling needed for a load.
• "Environmental factors" like temperature, humidity, or corrosive environments can affect the integrity and suitability of a sling. For example, in a corrosive environment, a sling made of a certain material might be unsuitable, so environmental factors are a valid additional factor.
• "The type of crane" is not the main additional factor. The sling needs to match the load, and while the crane is involved in lifting, the primary additional factor related to the sling's suitability (beyond load type) is environmental factors.

Answer:

C. Environmental factors