Forklift Test|61 Complete Questions &
Answers
Name two (2) things that your employer must provide to you before you
begin operating a forklift that you are unfamiliar with? - -Training
Supervision
-All workers in Australian workplaces have a duty of care. Name two (2)
things
this means you should do? You should: - -Take reasonable care for your own
health and safety
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of others
-Employers are responsible for the health and safety of workers. Name three
(3) actions an employer should take to ensure the health and safety of a
worker? The employer should: - -Provide and maintain safe plant
Provide and maintain safe systems of work
Provide adequate facilities
-Name three (3) places that you can find workplace safety information? - -
Operations manual
Management plans
WHS policy
-What are two (2) things a Health and Safety Regulator (Safe Work NSW)
can do to a High-Risk Work (forklift) licence holder if they fail to work safely
when
performing High-Risk work in their licence class The regulator could: - -
Suspend their licence
Cancel their licence
-What is the definition (meaning) of the word hazard? - -A hazard is a
situation or a thing that has potential to harm a person.
-What is the definition (meaning) of the word risk? - -A risk is the possibility
of harm that may occur if you are exposed to a hazard.
-Who can you speak to about workplace hazards before you start a
job? Name three (3) people. - -Supervisors
Other workers
Safety officers
-Name seven (7) workplace hazards that you must look out for when
operating
a forklift? - -Other vehicles
, Other equipment
Doorways
Obstructions
Pedestrians
Overhead Lighting
Dangerous materials
Uneven or sloping surface
Bad weather conditions
-In Australia we experience varied weather conditions. Name three (3)
possible hazards associated with weather that can affect forklift operations? -
-Strong Winds
Smoke
Snow and ice
-Why is it dangerous to use an internal combustion engine in a space
with restricted air flow? - -People could be overcome by dangerous exhaust
gases.
-Why must you charge batteries in a well-ventilated area? - -A charging
Battery can give off explosive gases.
-What is the risk when refuelling the forklift whilst the engine is running? - -
The fuel may ignite.
-Operating a forklift near electric lines is very dangerous. What are the
minimum safe distances you must maintain when operating a forklift near
electric lines? - -3m
6m
8m
-How can you find out the voltage of overhead electric lines? Name the best
way. - -Ask the power supply company.
-If the forklift you are operating contacts live electric lines you will be at risk
of
electrocution. Name the five (5) steps you would follow if you come into
contact with electric lines? - -- Warn others to stay away
- Attempt to break contact with electric lines
- Stay in the machine if safe to do so. If it is unsafe, you must leave the
machine, jump clear ensuring you don't have contact with the vehicle and
the
ground at the same time, landing with your feet together and then continue
to
- jump with your feet together until you are at least eight (8) meters clear
- Report to management, power company and safety regulator
Answers
Name two (2) things that your employer must provide to you before you
begin operating a forklift that you are unfamiliar with? - -Training
Supervision
-All workers in Australian workplaces have a duty of care. Name two (2)
things
this means you should do? You should: - -Take reasonable care for your own
health and safety
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of others
-Employers are responsible for the health and safety of workers. Name three
(3) actions an employer should take to ensure the health and safety of a
worker? The employer should: - -Provide and maintain safe plant
Provide and maintain safe systems of work
Provide adequate facilities
-Name three (3) places that you can find workplace safety information? - -
Operations manual
Management plans
WHS policy
-What are two (2) things a Health and Safety Regulator (Safe Work NSW)
can do to a High-Risk Work (forklift) licence holder if they fail to work safely
when
performing High-Risk work in their licence class The regulator could: - -
Suspend their licence
Cancel their licence
-What is the definition (meaning) of the word hazard? - -A hazard is a
situation or a thing that has potential to harm a person.
-What is the definition (meaning) of the word risk? - -A risk is the possibility
of harm that may occur if you are exposed to a hazard.
-Who can you speak to about workplace hazards before you start a
job? Name three (3) people. - -Supervisors
Other workers
Safety officers
-Name seven (7) workplace hazards that you must look out for when
operating
a forklift? - -Other vehicles
, Other equipment
Doorways
Obstructions
Pedestrians
Overhead Lighting
Dangerous materials
Uneven or sloping surface
Bad weather conditions
-In Australia we experience varied weather conditions. Name three (3)
possible hazards associated with weather that can affect forklift operations? -
-Strong Winds
Smoke
Snow and ice
-Why is it dangerous to use an internal combustion engine in a space
with restricted air flow? - -People could be overcome by dangerous exhaust
gases.
-Why must you charge batteries in a well-ventilated area? - -A charging
Battery can give off explosive gases.
-What is the risk when refuelling the forklift whilst the engine is running? - -
The fuel may ignite.
-Operating a forklift near electric lines is very dangerous. What are the
minimum safe distances you must maintain when operating a forklift near
electric lines? - -3m
6m
8m
-How can you find out the voltage of overhead electric lines? Name the best
way. - -Ask the power supply company.
-If the forklift you are operating contacts live electric lines you will be at risk
of
electrocution. Name the five (5) steps you would follow if you come into
contact with electric lines? - -- Warn others to stay away
- Attempt to break contact with electric lines
- Stay in the machine if safe to do so. If it is unsafe, you must leave the
machine, jump clear ensuring you don't have contact with the vehicle and
the
ground at the same time, landing with your feet together and then continue
to
- jump with your feet together until you are at least eight (8) meters clear
- Report to management, power company and safety regulator
