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The document appears to be an assessment for an elevator and escalator foreman position. It contains 20 multiple choice questions testing knowledge of elevator and escalator systems and safety components. The questions cover topics like the purpose of governor ropes, slack rope switches, buffer springs, overspeed governors, emergency stop switches, and potential causes of issues like doors closing too quickly or intermittent elevator stopping.

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Asses Form-Elevators and Escalators-Foreman A

The document appears to be an assessment for an elevator and escalator foreman position. It contains 20 multiple choice questions testing knowledge of elevator and escalator systems and safety components. The questions cover topics like the purpose of governor ropes, slack rope switches, buffer springs, overspeed governors, emergency stop switches, and potential causes of issues like doors closing too quickly or intermittent elevator stopping.

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Assessment Form for Elevator and Escalator - Foreman


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1. What is the function of the "governor rope" in an elevator's overspeed governor system?
a) To control the direction of the elevator's travel
b) To synchronize multiple elevators in a building
c) To connect the overspeed governor to the elevator car
d) To provide emergency lighting inside the elevator cabin
2. Which type of escalator handrail material is known for its durability, low friction, and
resistance to wear and tear?
a) Rubber
b) Polyurethane
c) PVC
d) Fabric
3. What is the purpose of an "independent service brake" in an elevator system?
a) To provide additional support to the elevator car during the operation
b) To stop the elevator and hold it at a specific floor level
c) To synchronize the elevator's movement with other elevators in the building
d) To adjust the speed of the elevator during the operation
4. What is the function of the "buffer spring" in an escalator system?
a) To adjust the tension of the escalator chains
b) To provide additional support to the escalator handrails
c) To absorb the impact during emergency stops and protect the escalator's mechanical components
d) To adjust the speed of the escalator during the operation
5. Which safety device prevents an elevator from moving if the hoist ropes become slack or
loose?
a) Door interlocks
b) Overspeed governor
c) Slack rope switch

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d) Car safety switch


6. What is the purpose of "dwell time adjustment" in an elevator system?
a) To adjust the speed of the elevator during the operation
b) To regulate the elevator's acceleration and deceleration rates
c) To synchronize the opening and closing of the elevator doors with the leveling of the car
d) To provide emergency lighting inside the elevator cabin
7. Which type of escalator handrail drive system offers a continuous loop of handrails
without any visible joint or seam?
a) Geared handrail drive
b) Drum handrail drive
c) Multiple V-belt handrail drive
d) Chain handrail drive
8. What does the term "EN 115" refer to in the context of escalator safety standards?
a) A standard for the design of escalator handrails
b) A standard for the design of escalator brake systems
c) A standard for the safety of elevators and escalators in Europe
d) A standard for escalator machine room design
9. In an elevator system, what is the purpose of the "overspeed governor"?
a) To control the direction of the elevator's travel
b) To synchronize multiple elevators in a building
c) To detect and prevent the elevator from exceeding its rated speed
d) To adjust the speed of the elevator during the operation
10. Which component in an escalator system is responsible for controlling the starting and
stopping of the escalator's movement?
a) Inverter
b) Drive motor
c) Controller
d) Step chain
11. What is the function of the "plunger gripper" in an elevator's safety gear system?
a) To adjust the tension of the elevator hoist ropes
b) To activate the safety gear in case of Overspeed
c) To lock the elevator car in place during maintenance
d) To synchronize the opening and closing of the elevator doors with the leveling of the car

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12. What is the purpose of the "emergency stop switch" in an escalator system?
a) To halt the escalator in case of an emergency
b) To control the direction of the escalator's travel
c) To adjust the speed of the escalator during the operation
d) To provide emergency lighting in case of power failure
13. Which type of door operator is commonly used for freight elevators due to its heavy-duty
and high-speed capabilities?
a) Hydraulic door operator
b) Pneumatic door operator
c) Scissor door operator
d) High-speed gearless door opera
14. What is the purpose of the "speed regulator" in an escalator system?
a) To regulate the speed of the escalator during the operation
b) To adjust the tension of the escalator chains
c) To monitor the escalator's power consumption
d) To synchronize the escalator's movement with other escalators in the build
15. Which safety device in an elevator system is designed to stop the elevator and open the
doors in case of a power failure?
a) Door interlocks
b) Emergency stop button
c) Emergency power supply
d) Buffer
16- The elevator's car doors are closing too quickly, posing a safety risk. What could be the
potential cause?
a) The elevator's door motor is malfunctioning.
b) The elevator's door zone sensors are misaligned.
c) The elevator's door clutch is slipping.
d) The elevator's car alignment is of
17- The escalator's handrail is moving at a faster speed than the steps, creating discomfort for
passengers. What could be the potential cause?
a) The escalator's handrail drive chain is slipping.
b) The escalator's handrail drive motor is malfunctioning.
c) The escalator's step chain is loose.
d) The escalator's step motor is overheated.

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18- The elevator's control panel is displaying error codes indicating a communication issue.
What could be the potential cause?
a) The elevator's motor drive unit is damaged.
b) The elevator's control system is not receiving signals from the car.
c) The elevator's safety circuits are activated.
d) The elevator's travel cables are worn out.
19- The escalator's skirt panel is vibrating excessively during operation. What could be the
potential cause?
a) The escalator's handrail drive chain is loose.
b) The escalator's step chain is misaligned.
c) The escalator's step demarcation lights are malfunctioning.
d) The escalator's step demarcation brushes are worn out.
20- The elevator is experiencing intermittent and abrupt stops during descent. What could be
the potential cause?
a) The elevator's counterweight is not balanced correctly.
b) The elevator's governor rope socket is loose.
c) The elevator's speed governor is malfunctioning.
d) The elevator's braking system is too sensitive.

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Answers - Elevator and Escalator – Foreman

1- c) To connect the overspeed governor to the elevator car


2- b) Polyurethane
3- b) To stop the elevator and hold it at a specific floor level
4- c) To absorb the impact during emergency stops and protect the escalator's mechanical
components
5- c) Slack rope switch
6- c) To synchronize the opening and closing of the elevator doors with the leveling of the
car
7- d) Chain handrail drive
8- c) A standard for the safety of elevators and escalators in Europe
9- c) To detect and prevent the elevator from exceeding its rated speed
10- c) Controller
11- b) To activate the safety gear in case of overspeed
12- a) To halt the escalator in case of an emergency
13- c) Scissor door operator
14- a) To regulate the speed of the escalator during operation
15- c) Emergency power supply
16- b) The elevator's door zone sensors are misaligned.
17- a) The escalator's handrail drive chain is slipping.
18- b) The elevator's control system is not receiving signals from the car.
19- a) The escalator's handrail drive chain is loose.
20- c) The elevator's speed governor is malfunctioning.

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