EIAT Reading Comprehension and Technical Documents Flashcards
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A work order states: 'Replace the hoist rope on Unit #4 before the scheduled inspection on Friday.' What is the primary task?
Answer: Replace the hoist rope on Unit #4
The instruction's action verb is 'replace' and its direct object is 'the hoist rope on Unit #4,' making that the primary task.
A safety bulletin reads: 'Personnel must wear hard hats, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots in the machine room at all times.' Which item is NOT required by the bulletin?
Answer: Hearing protection
The bulletin lists hard hats, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots; hearing protection is not mentioned.
An elevator code excerpt states: 'The car shall not travel more than 18 inches past a landing before the leveling device returns it to within 1 inch of the landing.' What is the maximum allowable over-travel before the leveling device must correct?
Answer: 18 inches
The code permits up to 18 inches of over-travel before the leveling device is required to correct the car's position.
A passage states: 'Counterweights offset the weight of the car and a portion of its rated load, reducing the energy needed to raise and lower the car.' What is the main purpose of a counterweight?
Answer: To reduce energy consumption by offsetting car weight
The passage directly states that counterweights reduce the energy needed to move the car by offsetting its weight and a portion of the load.
An inspection report notes: 'Observed excessive wear on guide shoe inserts; replace before next scheduled service.' When should the inserts be replaced?
Answer: Before the next scheduled service
The report says 'before next scheduled service,' meaning the replacement must happen prior to that service date.
A memo states: 'All apprentices must complete 144 hours of related technical instruction per year in addition to on-the-job training.' What does 'related technical instruction' refer to?
Answer: Classroom or school-based learning linked to the trade
In trade apprenticeship programs, related technical instruction refers to the academic or classroom component that complements hands-on field training.