About TCI Exam Prep
An independent practice platform for the Tower Crane Inspector (TCI) exam - real questions across every exam domain, each with a plain-language explanation.
What's on the TCI exam
The Tower Crane Inspector (TCI) exam is organized into 19 knowledge domains. Here is what it covers:
- Types of tower cranes, components & terminology
- Causes & results of tower crane accidents
- Inspector’s role in reducing crane accidents & liability exposure
- Setting up a tower crane inspection program
- OSHA & ASME pre-operational, monthly and annual inspection requirements
- The three levels of inspection
- Inspection procedures and techniques
- Recognizing and understanding the differences between deficiencies & safety hazards
- Correct way to write inspection reports to provide the proper documentation
- Inspecting structural components, sheaves, blocks, hooks, operating mechanisms, electrical systems, wire rope, operational aids, and safety devices
- Structural, mechanical, electrical, and safety/liability areas of inspection
- When to perform a non-destructive crack detection test
- Performing load tests
- Crane setup and recognizing site hazards
- Safe operating practices and procedures
- Safety procedures for working tower cranes near power lines
- Hand and voice signals
- Hoisting personnel
- Basic rigging procedures
Every practice question on this site is organized across these 19 domains, so your study tracks the real exam structure instead of guesswork. As you answer, the per-domain analytics surface the areas still costing you points, so your review goes where it moves your score.
What we believe good exam prep looks like
Realistic practice beats passive reading. Every question is written to mirror the style and difficulty of the real exam, with a clear explanation of why the right answer is right and the others aren't.
Your weak spots should find you. Domain analytics, mistake review, and re-drilling are built in, so study time goes where it moves your score.
Pricing should be simple. One payment for a fixed access window matched to your exam date. No subscription, no auto-renewal, and 10 free questions to try before you spend anything.
Get in touch
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