Term 1 of 72
When operating a forklift, if your view is partially obstructed by the load, what are two (2)
things you would do?
Heavy goods placed at the bottom
Stack must not become unstable due to height
Loads must be stacked on a firm level surface
Whether the load below can support loads above
Read load markings
Calculate the load
Delivery paperwork
Weigh the load
Check inventory systems
Use a guide
Repack the load
Operate in reverse
Training,
Supervision,
Instruction,
Information
Term 2 of 72
(load center: 600mm, lift load height: 3700mm, mast vertical capacity: 1575 kg, mast forward
capacity: 900kg.) Can a load weighing more than 1575kg be safely raised by the forklift above?
No.
6500kg load + 2200kg container = 8700kg is above rated capacity + Load centre B
=2600mm/2 = 1300mm The forklift load centre B is 915mm Load centre of the load is
greater than load centre of the forklift
No. The load centre distance is longer than the maximum allowed.
1575kg
No. 1575kg is the maximum allowed
,Term 3 of 72
What is a 'safe' height to carry a load at?
At axle height or as low to the operating surface as possible.
Above head height for convenience.
At knee height for ergonomic reasons.
At shoulder height for better visibility.
Term 4 of 72
When are you allowed to carry a passenger on a forklift?
When the passenger is a child.
When it is designed to do so.
When the forklift is out of service.
When the passenger is wearing a safety helmet.
Term 5 of 72
Operating a forklift on a ramp or sloping surface can be dangerous. Name two (2) reasons
why?
Use a guide
Repack the load
Operate in reverse
You will only need to remember the distances and not the voltages.
Up to 132,000 volts = 3m
Between 132,000 and 330,000 volts = 6m
Above 330,000 volts = 8m
You could lose the load
You could tip the forklift
To ensure stability of the load.
,Term 6 of 72
What is the best way to find out how to secure an attachment to the forklift?
In the manufacturer's instructions.
To keep the forklift stable.
Inside the alarm housing.
In the rv owner's manual.
Term 7 of 72
Load 1 A container containing a 6500kg load. Note: The tare weight on the container is 2200kg.
The container size is 2.6m wide, 2.0m high and 3.4m long. Is the load safe to lift?
No.
6500kg load + 2200kg container = 8700kg is above rated capacity + Load centre B
=2600mm/2 = 1300mm The forklift load centre B is 915mm Load centre of the load is
greater than load centre of the forklift
People could be overcome by dangerous exhaust gases. A battery powered forklift
(electric)
Yes.
1200kg is less than the maximum capacity of 6130kg Load centre B is 1165mm/2
=582.5mm Load centre B is less than 915mm Load centre C is 1600mm/2 = 800mm Load
centre C is less than 915m
You can use a calculator but you must show how you worked it out. Drums: 4 x 213kg =
852kg 852kg + 35kg pallet Answer = 887kg
, Term 8 of 72
All workers in Australian workplaces have a duty of care. Name two (2) things this means you
should do?
Near doorways
Pedestrian walkways
Emergency exists
Where it is obstructing other traffic
Near fire-fighting appliances
Near first aid stations or emergency showers
On sloping surfaces
Warning signs
Tiger tails
Powerline marker balls
Markers of different colours (e.g. white and orange alternated)
Painting the lower section of the pole up to 3 metres above ground
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of others
Co-operate with anything the employer does to comply with WHS
Not interfere with anything provided at the workplace for WHS
Safe working procedures
Operations manual
Manufacturer's instructions
Management plans
WHS workplace representative
WHS policy
Legislation and regulation
Australian standards
Code of practice
Term 9 of 72
Why must you charge batteries in a well-ventilated area?
Charging batteries in a closed space improves battery life.
Ventilation prevents batteries from overcharging.
Batteries need oxygen to charge efficiently.
A charging Battery can give off explosive gases.
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