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Official exam: Steel Erection Competent Person

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First published: September 2, 2026Bank updated: September 4, 2026Published by CertQuestUSA · review process

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Steel Erection Competent Person: a 100-question practice bank for the real OSHA Safety & Health standard, 6 full papers of 16 questions each with no repeats, every question written to the regulation it comes from.

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Every question in this bank cites a source -- primarily 29 CFR (85%) and OSHA Letter of Interpretation (15%) of this exam's citations.

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What this exam covers

Crane Inspection, Plumbing-Up, Column and Beam Judgment Calls (1926.753-756)100%

5 real sample questions

How does Subpart R define "competent person" for steel erection work?

A. One capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them

B. One who holds a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing in structural engineering

C. One who has personally erected steel on at least 20 multi-story buildings

D. One who is designated in writing by the steel fabricator

Show answer and reasoning

Correct answer: A. One capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them

B: That description matches the standard's separate "qualified person" definition, which is credential-based rather than authority-based.
C: A raw erection count is not the definitional criterion the standard uses.
D: Fabricator designation plays no role in this regulatory definition.

Source: 1926.751(b): Competent person, definition

How does Subpart R distinguish a "qualified person" from a "competent person"?

A. A qualified person is defined by degree, certificate, or demonstrated knowledge/training/experience solving problems in the subject matter, while a competent person is defined by hazard-identification ability plus corrective authority

B. There is no distinction; the terms are used interchangeably throughout Subpart R

C. A qualified person always outranks a competent person on an organizational chart

D. A competent person must always also be a qualified person, with no separate criteria

Show answer and reasoning

Correct answer: A. A qualified person is defined by degree, certificate, or demonstrated knowledge/training/experience solving problems in the subject matter, while a competent person is defined by hazard-identification ability plus corrective authority

B: The standard defines and uses each term for a distinct purpose, such as erection plan design (qualified person) versus crane inspection (competent person).
C: Organizational rank is not how the standard distinguishes the roles.
D: The two definitions are separate; meeting one does not automatically satisfy the other.

Source: 1926.751(b): Qualified person, definition

How often must cranes used in steel erection activities be visually inspected by a competent person?

A. Prior to each shift, with observation for deficiencies continuing during operation

B. Once, when the crane first arrives on site, with no further inspection required

C. Once per month, regardless of use

D. Only after the crane operator reports a problem

Show answer and reasoning

Correct answer: A. Prior to each shift, with observation for deficiencies continuing during operation

B: A single arrival-day inspection does not account for wear and conditions over the life of the job.
C: A fixed monthly interval ignores shift-to-shift risk.
D: Inspection is a standing obligation, not something contingent on an operator complaint.

Source: 1926.753(c)(1)(i)

Which of the following is specifically listed as part of the competent person's pre-shift crane inspection?

A. Hooks and latches for deformation, chemical damage, cracks, or wear

B. The operator's personal driving record

C. The crane rental company's billing history

D. The color of the crane's paint job

Show answer and reasoning

Correct answer: A. Hooks and latches for deformation, chemical damage, cracks, or wear

B: A driving record is not part of the itemized equipment inspection the standard requires.
C: Billing history has nothing to do with equipment safety.
D: Paint color has no bearing on structural or mechanical safety.

Source: 1926.753(c)(1)(i)

When a deficiency is identified during a crane inspection, who determines whether it constitutes a hazard, and how quickly?

A. The competent person, who must make an immediate determination

B. The crane operator, at the end of the shift

C. The general contractor's safety office, within 30 days

D. No determination is required unless the deficiency is visible from the ground

Show answer and reasoning

Correct answer: A. The competent person, who must make an immediate determination

B: Waiting until end of shift delays a determination the standard requires immediately.
C: A 30-day administrative review does not meet the immediacy the standard requires.
D: The determination requirement does not depend on visibility from the ground.

Source: 1926.753(c)(1)(ii)

Real-world data for this exam

Structural Iron and Steel Workers: real median wageMay 2025$62,780/yr Steel Erection: Fall Protection2023-01-01–2026-07-30476 citations

Frequently asked questions

Where can I take a free Steel Erection practice test online?

Right here. CertQuestUSA's free Steel Erection practice test online is a full 16-question practice paper built to the real exam's domain weights, with every answer explained, with no sign-up and no credit card, and shows your score by topic at the end. The full 100-question bank, with every answer explained and cited to the regulation it comes from, is $14.99 for a 30-day pass that never renews.

How many questions are on the CertQuestUSA Steel Erection Competent Person practice test?

100 questions total, split into 6 full papers of 16 each with no repeats across papers.

What topics does the Steel Erection Competent Person test cover?

1 domains, with the heaviest weight on Crane Inspection, Plumbing-Up, Column and Beam Judgment Calls (1926.753-756) (100%).

Where do CertQuestUSA's Steel Erection Competent Person questions come from?

Primarily 29 CFR (85%) and OSHA Letter of Interpretation (15%) of this bank's citations -- computed directly from this exam's own question sources, not a generic description.

Is there a free Steel Erection Competent Person practice test?

Yes -- one full 16-question practice paper built to the exam's domain weights, free with no sign-up, with every answer explained and a domain-by-domain score at the end.