Forklift True/False
You should use the horn to alert others at intersections, blind corners, and other potentially dangerous areas.
True
A truck is considered unattended when it is within the operator's view, but ten feet away from the operator.
False
Giving someone a ride is O.K. as long as it is during working hours and you are careful.
False
If an untrained person wants to operate your lift truck, it is permissible as long as they follow the proper safety procedures.
False
It is O.K. to pass another truck at an intersection as long as you sound your horn.
False
Railroad tracks must be crossed straight on.
False
Raising the load while traveling or turning is the proper approach for placing the load on the rack.
False
Since lift trucks are very heavy, you do not have to slow down for wet and slippery floors.
False
Under certain conditions, employees are permitted to walk or work under elevated forks or loads.
False
Use of the safety belt restraint system is required only when you are traveling with a load.
False
When traveling on a level surface, you should raise the forks about 12 inches with or without a load.
False
When you park your truck, park it in front of a stairway so fire fighters can get to it quickly.
False
A pre-start inspection must be done before every shift.
True
Dock plates should be visually checked by the lift truck operator.
True
Forks must be placed under the load as far as possible.
True
If the load blocks your view, you must travel with the load trailing.
True
If you are moving, the forks should be kept just high enough to clear any obstructions on the floor
True
If you lift truck does not have an ID plate, you should report it immediately.
True
If you must park on an incline, the wheels must be blocked.
True
Only loads within the rated capacity of the truck shall be handled.
True
Only trained and authorized operators are permitted to operate a powered industrial truck.
True
Under ideal conditions, your following distance behind another lift truck should be at least 3 truck lengths.
True
Unloaded trucks should be operated on all grades with the load engaging means downward.
True
When going up or down a ramp, you must have the load on the upgrade.
True
When traveling with a load, the mast should be tilted back.
True
When you leave a truck unattended, you should fully lower the load engagements, neutralize the controls, shut off the power, and set the brakes.
True
You should make certain that the rear wheels are chocked before loading or unloading a trailer.
True
You should only refuel or recharge your truck in areas designated for that purpose.
True
Fixed jacks are only used when there is a weakness in the floor of the trailer.
False
With a large load, you can lean outside the truck to get a better view.
False