Who may be outside the basket while others stay inside?

• A. The operator
• B. The signal person
• C. The rigger
• D. No one

Answer: (B)

The signal person is the one who may be outside the basket. This role is trained to communicate directly with the crane operator and to watch the lift path from a safe, clear vantage point. By standing outside, the signal person can give precise hand signals or use a radio to guide the operator, keep the load path in view, and quickly spot hazards such as swinging or contact with nearby obstacles. Keeping this person outside maximizes safety for everyone in the basket because they’re not in the load zone and can react without being in the potential line of danger. The operator and others in the basket stay inside to minimize exposure to the moving load and other crane-related hazards.