When instructed to 'load on the ground', what action should the crew take?

When instructed to 'load on the ground', what action should the crew take?

• A. Remain at positions
• B. Move to the load
• C. Proceed to ground safely
• D. Signal the team to stop

Answer: (A)

When you’re told to load on the ground, you should remain at your assigned positions. This keeps the rigging stable and communication clear while the load settles. Moving to the load could cause the line to shift or the load to swing, risking injury or destabilizing the rig. Staying in place ensures the operator can confirm the load is safely on the ground and secured before anyone approaches. The other actions would introduce unnecessary risk or jump the sequence before it’s safe to do so.

When you’re told to load on the ground, you should remain at your assigned positions. This keeps the rigging stable and communication clear while the load settles. Moving to the load could cause the line to shift or the load to swing, risking injury or destabilizing the rig. Staying in place ensures the operator can confirm the load is safely on the ground and secured before anyone approaches. The other actions would introduce unnecessary risk or jump the sequence before it’s safe to do so.