EWP, Boom & Telehandler Tickets (Australia) Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (21–30)

Question 1

Before operating an EWP, you must conduct a pre-operational inspection. This inspection should be recorded:

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In the machine logbook or pre-start checklist

Question 2

During a pre-start check, you notice a hydraulic fluid leak under the EWP. You should:

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Tag the machine out of service and report it immediately

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a typical item on an EWP pre-start checklist?

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Operator's personal bank account details

Question 4

When should you perform a pre-operational inspection on an EWP?

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Before each shift or before the machine is used for the first time that day

Question 5

During the function test of an EWP, the emergency stop button does not work. You should:

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Take the machine out of service immediately and tag it

Question 6

The purpose of testing the platform controls from the ground before elevating is to:

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Confirm all movements operate correctly and safely before personnel are at height

Question 7

You discover that the guardrail on the EWP platform is bent and the mid-rail is missing. You must:

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Remove the machine from service until the guardrail is repaired

Question 8

An EWP's tilt alarm activates during the pre-start check on level ground. This indicates:

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A possible fault in the tilt sensor or the machine is not on level ground

Question 9

When checking tyres on a rough terrain boom lift during pre-start, you should look for:

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Correct inflation, cuts, bulges, and adequate tread depth

Question 10

The EWP logbook is important because it:

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Provides a history of inspections, faults, repairs, and operator entries for safety and compliance