Forklift Q&A

27. Name three precautions you would take if the ground was wet or slippery.

1. Allow extra stopping distance 2. Turn corners slowly 3. Reduce speed

14. When should you set up your hazard controls?

1. Before you start the job 2. As soon as you start the job

33. Name five defects you would check for on tyres.

1. Big pieces of rubber missing 2. Uneven wear 3. Tread depth 4. Air pressure 5. Wheel fastening securely fitted

49. What are three things you should do if the forklift starts to tip over?

1. Brace yourself 2. Lean in the opposite direction 3. Don't jump out

30. List six things you would do as part of your pre-start check, before using the forklift?

1. Check for oil leaks 2. Check tyres 3. Check chairs 4. Check load brackets 5. Check data plate 6. Check gas bottle

45. You are about to reverse the forklift. What three things must you do first?

1. Check over both shoulders 2. Warn any nearby people with horns, lights and beepers 3. Use a spotter if you can't see

29. Name four ways you can find out the weight of a load?

1. Checking consignment notes or other paperwork 2. Reading the weight of the load 3. Weigh the load 4. Calculate the load

44. Carrying a load on one fork arm can be dangerous. List two reasons why it is dangerous.

1. Could damage the forks 2. Cause the forklift to tip sideways

11. Other than site hazards, what are six things you need to consider before you drive a forklift?

1. Details of task 2. Do you need a work permit? 3. How to communicate with people in area 4. Is the load stable? 5. Can it fit through the doorway 6. Forklift capacity?

2. You are training to get high risk licence. Under WHS laws, what does "trainee" mean?

1. Enrolled in a course for HRW training. 2. Being supervised by a person with current HRW licence.

9. Who are four people you could talk to about the emergency?

1. Everyone onsite 2. Emergency services 3. Saftey officers 4. Supervisor

22. What are three ways you can work closer than the minimum distances allowed?

1. Get permission from the energy supply authority 2. The power company may be able to turn the power off 3. Use a spotter if allowed to in your state/territory

42. Are you allowed to fix small problems on the forklift? State the two conditions.

1. If you KNOW how to fix it 2. Have PERMISSION

28. Why must you be careful of "rear end swing"?

1. Injure and/or crush people 2. Damage stock

68. If you do not renew your licence withing twelve months of expiry, what will happen?

1. Licence can not be renewed 2. Re-enrol into HRW course

21. What are the minimum safe distances for working around power lines?

1. Low voltage <133kw - 3m 2. Medium voltage 133 to 330kw - 6m 3. High voltage >330kw - 8m

64. Name four places you would not park a forklift.

1. Near first aid stations 2. Near doorways 3. Emergency exits 4. Near fire fighting appliances 5. Pedestrian walkways 6. Less than 2m to railway lines

65. Name four things you do as part of your normal parking procedures.

1. Neutral and hand brake on 2. Turn all systems off 3. Tips of the tynes on the ground 4. Remove the key

10. Name ten site hazards you need to consider before you start work.

1. Other people 2. Bridges 3. Dangerous materials & chemicals 4. Railway crossings 5. Powerlines 6. Over head service lines 7. Surrounding buildings 8. Doorways 9. Other vehicles 10. Obstructions

34. Name three safety guards found on a forklift and their purpose.

1. Overhead guard - protects from falling objects 2. Foot guard - protects operators feet 3. Load guard/load backrest - protects mast and operator

51. What are six things that can make the forklift tip over forwards?

1. Reverse fast 2. Facing the load downhill 3. Over loading 4. Increasing the LCD (load centre distance) 5. Braking too hard 6. Using forward tilt with load in the air FOURBI Facing downhill Overloading Using forward tilt Reverse fast Breaking hard Increased LCD

13. Name three control methods that could be applied to pedestrians of vehicles.

1. Signs 2. Barriers 3. Traffic controller Extra example: Warning devices

7. Name four ways you can communicate with other work mates while on site.

1. Signs 2. Hand signals 3. Written instructions 4. Communication equipment

41. During your pre-operational check, name six checks you make after you start the forklift.

1. Steering 2. Brakes 3. Instrument panel 4. Hydraulic controls 5. Lights 6. Warning devices

8. If there is an emergency what three things do you need to tell others?

1. That there is an emergancy 2. Where it is not safe to go 3. What the emergency is

57. Name three things you need to think about when stacking things on top of each other?

1. The stack should be stable and balanced 2. Heavy goods at the bottom 3. Don't stack too high

47. Why should you keep checking your load while moving?

1. To make sure the load is still stable 2. To prevent accidents

50. What are six things that can make a forklift tip over sideways?

1. Turning corners fast 2. Turning on a ramp 3. Driving with a flat tyre 4. Turning with the forks raised 5. Picking up the load on one fork arm 6. Driving on rough surfaces

24. What are five things you should do if your forklift hits power lines?

1. Warn other people to stay clear 2. If safe to do so try and break contact 3. If safe to do so stay on the forklift 4. Report to supervisor or power company 5. Have the machine checked before reuse

15. When is the best time to choose and check PPE?

1. When you are planning for the job 2. Before you commence work

5. Who are four people you could talk to about site hazards before you start your job?

1. Workmates 2. Supervisor or Team Leader 3. OHS representatives or safety officers 4. Site Engineers

4. What are two penalties for not doing high risk work safely?

1. You may have your licence suspended or cancelled. 2. You may not be able to renew your licence

3. How many days is a forklift assessment form valid for?

60 DAYS

✴ 54. A forklift has a point of balance (fulcrum). Where is it?

A vertical line that passes through the centre of the front axle and meets the ground.

55. What acts as counterweight to the load?

All the weight behind the fulcrum.

20. What is the best forklift to use in a confined space?

An electric forklift because it doesn't give off gasses.

23. If you didn't know, how would you find out the level of voltage from a set of overhead power lines?

Ask the local power supply company.

40. These forklifts are rated at 4000kg with a 600mm load centre. Which load is withing the rated capacity? A - 1400mm & 4000kg B - 1000mm & 4000kg C - 1300mm & 4000kg

B - 1000mm & 4000kg

17. When travelling, what is a safe height for the load?

Below axle height or as low to the ground as possible.

39. These forklifts are rated at 1800kg with a 600mm load centre. Which of these loads exceed the rated capacity? A - 1000mm & 1800kg B - 1200mm & 1800kg C - 1400mm & 1800kg

C - 1400mm & 1800kg

63. How will the forklift be affected if the load is not hard against the heel of the forks?

Capacity will be reduced and the forklift could tip forward.

66. What must you do when parking on a slope or ramp?

Chock the wheels and follow your normal parking procedures.

62. If the load centre is increased, what happens to the rated capacity?

Decreases the rated capacity.

12. What are the six levels in the hierarchy of control?

ESIEAP (Every Sunday I Eat Apple Pie) Eliminate Substitute Isolate Engineer/Redesign Admin PPE

1. If you have a high risk work licence, what are your responsibilities while working?

Follow your duty of care (look after yourself and others)

37. What direction must the forklift move travelling up a ramp?

Forwards with the load facing up hill.

✴ 61. How is load centre distance (LCD) measured?

From the heel of the forks to the centre of gravity of the load.

36. In relation to a forklift what does rated capacity mean?

How much weight the forklift can lift, load height and load centre distance. Or SWL@LH&LCD (safe weight load at load height and load centre distance)

32. Why do all pneumatic tyres need to have the right air pressure?

It could tip over sideways.

18. What do you need to do if using a forklift in a dark space?

Make sure there is adequate lighting.

56. Are you allowed to add more counterweight on a forklift?

NO, not without checking with the manufacturer.

46. Are you allowed to raise or lower a load above people? Explain your answer.

NO, the load could fall and injure someone.

43. Is it ok to let your workmates ride on the forklift?

Only if fitted with an APPROVED seat and seat belt.

67. Why do you need to take out the key when leaving the forklift unattended?

Prevent any unautherised use.

58. What would you do before lifting an unstable pallet?

RESTACK IT

31. What would you do if you found a problem with the forklift?

S - stop the machine I - inform your boss/supervisor N - notice on forklift K - keys out

35. What would you do if there was no data plate or you could not read it?

SINK (stop, inform, notice, keys out)

6. Before starting work on a site why would you communicate with site personnel?

So that you know the site safety rules.

52. How does the seat belt keep you safe?

Stops you from falling out if the forklift tips.

48. What could happen if you turn with the forks raised?

The forklift could flip over sideways.

38. What could happen if you turn a forklift while driving on a ramp or sloping surface?

The forklift could tip over sideways.

16. What could happen if you refuel a forklift while the engine is still on?

The fuel could ignite!

19. Why is it dangerous to use a forklift that emits gases (internal combustion) in a space with low ventilation?

The fumes are toxic and can KILL.

59. If there is an emergency on site. Which vehicles do you give way to?

To all emergency vehicles.

26. Why do batteries need to have lots of ventilation when charging?

To reduce the gas build up/explosion

53. Why does the side-shift need to be centered when carrying a load?

To stop the forklift from tipping sideways.

60. What do you do with the gap between a loading dock and a truck?

Use an APPROVED dock plate or bridge plate.

25. What do tiger tails do?

Visual indicator - they warn that power lines are there.