Practice question

What is the recommended communication practice during a backing maneuver with a spotter?

  1. Spotter uses hand signals only without radio confirmation
  2. Continuous spotter-to-cab communication via radio or intercom with redundant hand signals; cease when contact is lost
  3. Spotter signals once at the start, then steps aside
  4. Tiller calls all instructions to the lead with the spotter silent

Answer: B — Continuous spotter-to-cab communication via radio or intercom with redundant hand signals; cease when contact is lost

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