Forklift Safety 1-6

What are the most common types of lift truck accidents?

tipping over striking a co-worker being struck by falling load running off a loading dock

How often must a lift truck be inspected?

Before each shift

to securely transport roll material you can use:

a clamp attachment chocks

lift trucks have:

a narrower wheelbase than cars

As a forklift operator, what are your responsibilities? It is your responsibility to:

avoid blocking electrical oanels, fire exits, or aisles operate your truck only in approved areas know the hazards of the load you handle

Which of the following are common causes of lift truck accidents?

blind corners unauthorized operation traveling with load raised

when checking the lift truck's hydraulic lift and mast, forks or attachments you should:

check for loose bolts or cracks in the backrest or cylinders look for wear, cracks or bent forks check that the forks are properly attached to the lift

before lifting a load, make sure you know that it is within the load capacity of your truck by:

checking the lift truck's data plate

when driving or operating a lift truck over or near railroad tracks, you should:

cross on a diagonal park at least 8 feet from the center of track slow down

to find the load capacity of your lift truck check the

data plate

if you cannot see over or around your load you should:

drive in reverse

Before replacing a propane tank on a lift truck you should:

drive to propane refueling area set the parking break-neutral bleed the hose

The most common categories of lift truck are:

electric propane

what can be found on all lift trucks?

horn key lights

to prevent the lift truck from tipping over while lifting a load, you should:

keep the forks tilted back keep the load back on the forks

when picking up a load, the lift truck's forks should be:

level

when setting a load, what should you do first?

line up the load with its intended location

before exiting the lift truck, you should always:

lower the forks set the parking brake

When driving over a loading dock, you shoud:

make sure the dock plate is secured properly check that the dock plate can support the weight of your truck and load check that the dock plate is not oily or wet

What items do you need when recharging an unsealed battery?

materials for flushing and neutralizing electrolyte fire protection equipment ventilation equipment

when refueling a gas or diesel powered truck, you should:

place the fuel spout in trucks fill pipe before pumping wear ppe ensure fire and emergency protection equipment is at hand

What PPE is required and recommended when refueling a gas or disel truck

safety glasses with side shield long sleeved shirt gloves

what ppe is required and recommended when changing a propane tank?

safety glasses with side shield long sleeved shirt temp resistant gloves

after lining up a load squarely with its intended location and ensuring clearance on all sides, you should:

stop the truck

What steps can you take to protect your safety when operating a lift truck?

use a seat belt keep your hands and arms away from the hydraulic lift when operating maintain 3 points of contact

Before changing the battery on your lift truck you should:

wear the proper PPE shut off the power drive to battery changing area

You must park your lift truck when you will be _______ feet or more from the vehicle.

25

when traveling with a load, the forks should be __ from the ground.

6-10 in

You can avoid common hazards while operating a lift truck by:

Being aware of pedestrains recognizing potential hazards wearing a seatbelt when available

What PPE must you wear when handling batteries?

Chem resistant gloves safety glasses with side shields apron

you need to know the power source of a lift truck you plan to use because:

It may not be compatible with your work area, or may create a potentially hazardous atmosphere.

when operating a propane power lift truck, if at any time you smell propane you should:

Stop your lift truck turn off the tank valve report the problem immediately

After completing both the visual and operational inspections, the checklist should be:

dated filed signed

What should you do if a lift truck fails inspection

dont use truck place truck out of service by locking and tagging it out report the problem

you are letting your truck run to bleed the hose during the replacement of a propane tank; you know that the hose is empty when:

motor stops

What are best practices when working around pedestrians?

never let a person get between the truck and hard surface use your horn and light to communicate your presence do not let anyone pass under raised forks

What items can be found on a lift trucks's control panel?

oil pressue engine hour meter amperes engine temp

if you are not sure how much a load weighs, you can check the load's

spec sheet shipping papers order doc

The imaginary area in which a lift trucks center of gravity must remain in order to prevent the lift truck from tipping over is called the :

stability triangle

what types of actions can negatively affect the stability of your lift truck and possibly cause an accident?

taking corners too fast overloading the truck lift jerky operation of hydraulic sys traveling with raised load

when inspecting a propane-power lift truck, check to make sure that the:

tank, hose and connections are in good condition tank is secured valve is on

If the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor when pressed:

the brakes are failing

the higher you lift the load the less weight you can safely lift because:

the decreases the stability the load is farther away from the forklift's fulcrum point

what info is required on the lift truck's data plate

the lift truck's weight capacity the lift truck's type

When assessing order pickers check that:

the safety interlocks are working properly the body harness and lanyard are in good condition the work platform moves up and down smoothly

A lift truck's load capacity can be affected by:

where the load center is the height you plan to lift the load any attachments used

if you inspect a trailer or railcar before entering, and it is not in good condition what should you do?

Do not enter the trailer notify your supervisor

When operating your lift truck, what are some safety rules you must observe?

Do not pass lift trucks at intersections or blind spots never allow unauthorized passengers turn on headlights when lighting is low