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FORK LIFT ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Term 1 of 28
If you are the first to use the forklift on any day, you must:
Check fuel and oil levels.
Wipe down seat or standing platform.
Complete maintenance checklist.
Term 2 of 28
Slippery spots caused by oil and water may increase braking distance or cause loss of steering
control. | T | F |
True
False
Term 3 of 28
When following another forklift it is best to keep behind:
About one forklift length
About three forklift lengths
About 10 feet to 12 feet
Close enough so the other operator can hear your horn
Term 4 of 28
It is permissible to let another person who does not have an operator's card operate your
forklift for short periods if he says he knows how. | T | F |
True
False
,Term 5 of 28
How to Drive a Sit Down Forklift: While Driving
Complete a daily pre-operation inspection. This easy walkthrough process checks for
signs of wear or damage that could impact performance or safety. It should not take
long, but this process is crucial for safety.
Familiarize yourself with the equipment being used. Not only should you know where all
controls are, you should also know the total capacity of the forklift.
Make sure that fuel levels are ready to go! There's nothing worse than having to walk a
long distance for another LP tank.
Even if you have previously completed training on this class of products, take the time to
get familiar with its unique features and design. Equipment features can vary greatly
from manufacturer to manufacturer and assuming all features are the same can be very
dangerous. If you have questions bring them to your supervisor and be sure to read the
operator manual.
INSPECTION
As with any forklift or heavy machinery, it is essentials that operators receive training
about what to look for when inspecting a stand-up forklift. Operators should inspect the
forklifts every time they use a stand-up forklift. Some of the aspects they should
examine include:
Whether tires are inflated properly
Fluid levels
Gas levels (if using a gas-powered forklift)
Battery levels (if using a battery-powered forklift)
Forks and mast
Safety lights
ALWAYS wear your seatbelt
NEVER play games with the equipment
ALWAYS sound your horn before going through an intersection or when first starting to
move
ALWAYS yield to pedestrians
NEVER assume that your forklift can be easily seen
ALWAYS be aware of your surroundings
Remember: operator training and certification are both class and application specific. If
you are using familiar products in a new location or work application you must complete
training for those specific uses. Every unique workplace can have its own rules and
policies for safe operation. Be sure you know these before you using familiar equipment
in those locations.
Remember - driving a forklift is nothing like driving your car. Rear-wheel steering means
you need to slow down when turning and leave ample room for rear-end swing. Keep
, loads pointed up a hill whenever you are negotiating a grade to avoid spills or tipovers.
You should also avoid lifting or lowering the forks while driving and you should never do
so while handling loads - between the obscured visibility and decreased stability, it is
best to do so only at a standstill.
Term 6 of 28
The load should not be handled if it is unstable or insecure and might come loose while being
moved. | T | F |
True
False
Term 7 of 28
It is permissible to overload the forklift by 25 percent if additional counterweights are used. | T
|F|
True
False
Term 8 of 28
If you are not able to see because of a large load in front of you, it is better to drive
backwards than try to see around it on one side. | T | F |
True
False
Term 9 of 28
6. If you leave a forklift unattended, even with the power off, you should:
Ask someone to tell you if it starts to move
Be in clear view of it and no more than 25 feet away
Be no farther away than 45 feet if you're helping load stock
, Term 10 of 28
When you are finished using the forklift, you must:
Lower forks to the ground, apply brakes, turn off power, apply charger (if needed) and
return key to key box.
Leave forks 12" or more off ground, apply brakes and turn off power.
Sign out forklift.
Term 11 of 28
I must use the box marked "forklift propane exchange box" when exchanging a cylinder and
never for anything else. | T | F |
True
False
Term 12 of 28
The rear-end steering of forklifts:
Causes the rear end to swing more than an auto
Is about the same as an auto
The rear end swings less than an auto
Allows the forklift to take sharp turns at high speeds
Term 13 of 28
When loading a highway truck or trailer, chock or block the wheels even if the driver says he
set the brakes. | T | F |
True
False
Term 14 of 28
I must be re-certified as a forklift operator at least every 3 years. | T | F |
True
False
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