Forklift Test
How many people are killed per year operating or working near forklifts and other powered industrial trucks
100
How many inches should a load be carried on a smooth incline?
2-4 inches
How many points of contact should you have when getting on AND off the forklift?
3
Where should the position of the load be when traveling with a laden lift truck on level ground?
As close to the ground as practical, with back tilt applied to stabilize the load
When do repairs need to be done to a forklift? (Before or After it's used?)
BEFORE it's used.
What should you do at the start of the day shift?
Check that the machine is in operable condition
If you're loading two objects of different weights on a single forklift, where should the heavier one be placed?
Closer to the mast
What direction should an unladen lift truck have it forks pointing?
Down a gradient - to improve stability, traction and breaking
How often does a forklift operators performance need to be evaluated?
Every 3 years.
True or False: You can use your phone while operating a forklift
FALSE, you CANNOT use your phone while operating a forklift
True or False: You can ride DIRECTLY on the truck's forks
False - no person can ride directly on the truck's forks.
What PPE should you use while charging forklift batteries?
Gloves, Aprons, Face Shield and goggles
What direction should you drive the forklift when carrying a load downhill?
In reverse
If you are on flat ground, and the load is blocking your view what direction should you drive the forklift?
In reverse and looking back (in the direction you are traveling)
What way should a forklift driver look while operating the truck?
In the direction of travel
What does it mean if a truck has a rated capacity of 2000kg at 500mm load center?
It means any load about the rating cannot be safely picked up.
What should the forklift operator do if the load appears to be stacked unsafely and in danger of collapse? (hint: 3 things)
Leave the load alone, cordon off the area, inform the supervisor/manager
What should you do when you leave a forklift unattended? (hint: 4 things)
Lower the load engaging means, shut off power ad set up rakes, neutralize controls and block the wheels if parked on an incline.
What do you need to do with the fork to make sure a laden pallet can be lifted safely?
Make sure the fork width is adjusted so that the spread is equal weight on each fork arm.
Who is allowed to ride on the forklift?
ONLY the forklift operator
Where can you find the: load capacity, lift height and forklift weight?
On the manufacturer's plate
Who can operate the forklift?
Only trained and authorized workers
What should you do if a fault develops on the forklift during operation?
Park the forklift and report the fault immediately to your supervisor or manager.
What direction should you drive on a ramp or incline when traveling with a loaded forklift?
Reverse or backing down the incline
What should forklift surfaces be checked for?
Slippery and uneven surfaces, obstructions, load bearing capacity and overhead clearance.
What should the forklift driver always do before making a turn? (hint: Bobby Valentino Song)
Slow Down
What is the correct way to approach a stack? (hint: 3 things)
Stop 6 inches from the stack, apply parking break and raise the forks
When leaving the forklift what should you do with the keys?
Switch the keys OFF and remove them. To prevent an unauthorized person from using the forklift.
True or False: It's NEVER ok to travel with a load raised to it's maximum height
T R U E
True or false: While you are operating a forklift in a working environment it is your job to be aware of all pedestrians
T R U E (duh!)
True or False: The forklift operator's arms, hands and legs should always remain within the truck
TRUE
What lever moves the forks up and down?
The left lever moves the forks up and down
What controls should be used when using the Hydraulic controls? (hint: 2 things)
The parking break and neutral gear
What is the forklift operator responsible for checking?
The security of the trailer before loading or unloading
What is the main purpose of the overhead guard?
To protect the operator if loose items such as boxes are dropped from height.
True or False: At any time you should NEVER get under a raised load
True
True or False: Employees cannot operate forklift if they are under the age of 18.
True
True or False: If you are on medication which tells you not to operate heavy equipment, you should ask your supervisor to be assigned to a non-forklift position
True
True or False: NEVER smoke while changing propane tanks
True
True or False: The forklift must travel with the load close to the ground and at a safe speed
True
True or False: The lift truck should normally be driven at a speed consistent with the TYPE of load and general working conditions
True
True or False: You ALWAYS have to wear your seatbelt when operating the forklift
True
True or False: the load center on a counterbalanced forklift truck is the distance from the front face of the forks to the center of gravity of the load
True
True or False: Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right of way
True (duh!)
What direction should the load face on a laden (heavily loaded) truck being driven on a ramp or incline?
Uphill
When is a forklift said to be "unattended"?
When the operator is 25 ft or more away from the vehicle
How do forklift accidents normally occur?
When the truck tips over or falls off the loading dock.
What is the ideal way to pick up a pallet?
With the wider face of the pallet up against the forks
What should each forklift driver have? (hint: 3 things)
classroom training topics, hands on training with an experienced operator and operator evaluations.
What direction should you drive the forklift when carrying a load up an incline?
forward
What should you do in the event of a roll over? (Hint: 3 things)
remain in the cab, hold on, and lean away from the impact
What is the most frequent type of forklift accident that results in SERIOUS injury?
the "Tip Over"
