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To calculate the gross load for a lift, which of the following components must be added to the weight of the material being lifted?

The gross load comprises the net load (material being lifted) plus the weight of all attachments below the boom point sheave, including the hook block, headache

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Question: To calculate the gross load for a lift, which of the following components must be added to the weight of the material being lifted?

Answer options:

  • Boom length only ✅ Weight of all rigging, headache ball, J-jib, and hoist rope below the boom point sheave
  • Outrigger pad size
  • Wind speed at the time of the lift

Correct answer: Weight of all rigging, headache ball, J-jib, and hoist rope below the boom point sheave

Explanation: The gross load comprises the net load (material being lifted) plus the weight of all attachments below the boom point sheave, including the hook block, headache ball, J-jib, rigging gear, and any hoist rope not accounted for by the chart.

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