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When a forklift picks up a load on the forks
The center of gravity of the forklift moves forward
Using a short turning radius when traveling at high speeds can cause overturning due to
The forces of momentum
When the load is fully extended overhead?
The forklift itself should not be moved more than necessary, extreme caution should be used, the hydraulic body leveling system should not be adjusted
When the forklift center of gravity goes beyond the stability area?
The forklift will tip over
The Lord will have maximums stability if
The forks tips are inserted until It is against the back rest
The forklift ability to lift a load within its limits safley is reduced if?
The front and is sloping down, the load is too far in front of the front axle, the lift mechanism is not vertical
We're moving a load with a convertible forklift crane
The load in the arm or mast should be as low as possible
What is the most important single factor to the safe operation of forklifts
The operator
Workers in by standards within the danger area of the forklift should be considered the responsibility of
The operator
Which of the following statements is not true? Before you insert the forks under the load to be picked up, they should be?
Tilted back
As the load of a forklift is raised which of the following dangers increase
Tipping loss of steering and the fact of momentum
Which of a forklift four wheel steering capabilities should be used at high speed or on highways
Two wheel steering, front wheels fix straightahead, rear wheels used for steering
Many accidents happen because the operator does which of the following
Uses a forklift with a known defect, travels and unsafe route, carries unsafe loads, uses unsafe operating techniques
Which of the following has or have an effect on the amount of stability a forklift has
Weight distribution, axle length, wheel base
One of the most potentially dangerous times you will encounter is
When the load is fully extended overhead
Carrying the load on the tips of the forks can?
a) Act as an unwanted counterweight in front b) Create an unstable load condition c) Result in the load's falling off the forks
Rear-wheel steering used by many forklifts?
a) Cause both ends of the forklift to swing around when turned b) Can cause the load to fall off the forks if the turn is made too fast c) Causes them to act differently from cars, which have front wheel steering
Picking up a load in excess of the safe limits can
a) Cause forward tipping b) Cause loss of steering c) Cause the forklift's center of gravity to move too far forward
It may be necessary for the operator to be given hand signals by a fellow worker if
a) Depth perception is not good b) The landing point is at extreme heights c) The operator cannot see the location where the load is to be landed
When operating a forklift on a job site where there are other vehicles
a) Keep to the right when traveling in areas with two way traffic b) Stay 20 feet behind a vehicle in front of you
Which of the following fluid levels need to be checked regularly?
a) Oil b) Fuel c) Hydraulic d) Brake
When you are operating a forklift and approach a vehicle or person alongside your path
a) Slow down b) Sound your horn c) Proceed with caution after they have acknowledge your warning
Do not start a forklift unless.
a) The controls are in neutral b) The hand brake is set c) You are sitting in the operator's seat
When traveling on the floor system which is hollow underneath it is important to know
a) The weight of the load and the forklift b) The load capacity of the floor
An operator may pick up and place a load with a forklift if the load is
a) Within the limits the landing point will support b) Within the forklift's rated capacity c) Made up of several small pieces tied or banded together securely
The rated capacity of a forklift can be found
b) On the load chart c) In the manufacturer's manual
Outriggers, or stabilizer's, should
b) Should be set before the load is lifted c) Should be used only to give extra stability
If the load being carried obstructs vision, the operator should?
drive in reverse
Inspection of the forklift is the responsibility of?
operator
When approaching the location where a load will be placed you should
proceed slowly
Jerky movements can be avoided if the operator.
FEATHERS THE CONTROLS
When you are operating a forklift, Which of the following signs indicating immediate danger
Faulty brakes, faulty steering, faulty hydraulic mechanism
Job site conditions are?
IMPORTANT SINCE THEY DETERMINE THE SAFE SPEED AT WHICH A FORKLIFT CAN OPERATE
Material should be stockpiled
In a well drained area
The stability of and unloaded forklift:
Is just as important as that of one caring a load
Which of the following statements about carrying a forklift load low is not true
It increases effects of the jolts from rough terrain
When traveling up or down a ramp, you can place more traction on the front Drive wheels of an unloaded forklift if the forks are
KEPT POINTING DOWNHILL
Forward tipping will occur unless the forklift center of gravity is
On the opposite side of the front axle
Fork trucks in a warehouse environment should?
STAY TO THE RIGHT AND 20 FEET BACK FROM ANOTHER FORK TRUCK TRAVELING IN YOUR DIRECTION.
If A forklift tips forward
STEERING CONTROL IS LOST
While a load is being lifted, it should be:
TILTED SLIGHTLY BACKWARDS
The pivot point of a forklift is
The front axle
One of the main safety reasons for checking for proper tire inflation is?
To assure that the forklift will have stability it is designed for, to make sure it has proper traction, to make steering easier
Before raising a load
a) The brakes should be set b) The lifting mechanism should be vertical c) The forklift should be as level as possible
What things determine how fast a hydraulic system moves
a) The distance the controls are moved d) The engine speed
If the gauges do not register normal while the forklift is being operated:
a) Turn off the engine b) Notify your supervisor
When using jumper cables to start a forklift with a low battery
ALWAYS MAKE THE FINAL CONNECTION TO THE FRAME OF THE FORKLIFT WITH THE LOW BATTERY
Specific recommendations on intervals between forklift inspections and maintenance
ARE LISTED IN THE MANUFACTURERS MANUAL
Which of the following statements is true about the jumper cable safety?
Always connect positive to positive and negative to negative, make sure both batteries are the same voltage, make the final connection to the frame of the forklift with the low battery
When traveling on a slope it is necessary to
Approach it straight, do not turn on the hill, do not travel crossways
Consider the load limit of the scaffold landing point:
BEFORE PICKING UP THE LOAD THAT IS TO BE LOADED
Greater dynamic forces are present when you are lifting and moving a load with a?
CONVERTIBLE FORKLIFT CRANE
When crossing railroad tracks or other similar roof sections with a loaded forklift you should
Cross them diagonally
Because the forklifts are designed with the forks in front it is not possible for it to tip backwards
False
The Teeter totter is a simple example of
Leverage
Which of the following affect forklift safety
Leverage, center of gravity, momentum
If the hydraulic system develops elite during operation you should
Lower the Lord, shut off the engine, notify the supervisor
If a stack to load begins to lean or shift while being raised
Lower the load and re-stack it
Driving in reverse requires the operator to use a slower speed because?
MORE REACTION TIME IS NEEDED TO REACH THE CONTROLS WHEN THE DRIVER IS FACING THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION
The type of forklift which is designed primarily to lift a load straight up with a limited amount of tilt movement forward is the
Mast forklift
What foreskin cause a loaded forklift to tip forward when brakes are applied
Momentum
The operator feathers the control when he wants to
Move the load slowly
When May for reverse gear be used to slow or stop a forklift traveling forward
Never
When is it permissible to Carrie riders while you are offering a forklift
Never
When is it safe to operate a forklift from a place other than the operators seat
Never
When it is safe to exceed the load limit of a forklift
Never
An overcapacity load can be lifted if the forklift is?
None of the options
The hydraulic system should be checked by:
OPERATING EACH HYDRAULIC ACTION THROUGH ITS FULL CYCLE
Ramming the hydraulic lift Saunders to the end of their strokes can
Result in jolts which are transferred to the load
When approaching another vehicle stopped in the path of the forklift you are operating you should
STOP AND SOUND YOUR HORN
When you are operating a forklift and approaching a blind corner?
STOP, SOUND YOUR HORN AND PROCEED SLOWLY
When traveling down a Hill or a slope you should
Save the breaks by using the same gear to go down the hill as would be used to go up it
If it is necessary for you to re-stack a load, you should
Set a break before getting off the forklift and turn off the engine
Forklift that are equipped with hydraulic frame leveling or lift mechanism Tilting systems
Should be adjusted before the load is lifted
Safe load limits for a particular forklift?
Should never be excited
Which of the following are essential for safe operation
Smooth starts, smooth stops, smooth turns
If bystanders or fellow workers are in danger from a raise load you should
Sound your horn or ask them to move
Momentum is a force created by?
Starting, stopping, turning
Before the engine is started:
THE CONTROLS SHOULD BE IN NEUTRAL
Before you withdraw the forks from a load that has just been placed you should?
THEY SHOULD BE NEARLY PARALLEL WITH THE GROUND
If you find a fault or suspect an unsafe condition while inspecting or offering a forklift you should?
Tell your supervisor