forklift questions with verified
solutions 2024
when an operator "feathers" the controls it means to - -the process of
manipulating the hydraulic control valves to produce smooth, flowing
movements, no sudden starts and stops
-it is acceptable for an operator to leave the controls to unload hoisted
material as long as he is in clear view - -false
-when approaching a blind corner what should you do - -slow down, sound
horn, feather the brake
-when approaching a slope keep the forks - -keep the forks raised only
enough to clear the surface
-what type of steering should be used at high speeds - -small corrections
are made, no sudden change of direction
-when a load is placed on the forks where does the center of gravity move to
- -forward
-the higher the load is lifted the forklifts capacity is (blank) and may cause
the forklift to (blank) - -lowered and tip over
-when a forklift picks up a load on a slope its capacity is - -the vertical lifting
capacity is greatly reduced
-an operator may need hand signals from a co-worker if - -his view is
obstructed
-the weight of the load and scaffold or platform capacity should be
considered when - -placing a load upon the staging
-if a hydraulic leak appears what should you do - -shut off the engine,
contain the spill
-if you need to restack a load what should you do before exiting the cab - -
lower the load to the ground, secure the machine
-never drive (blank) on slopes - -across the slope
, -if you suspect a problem or something unsafe with the machine what
should you do - -report the issue, and tag out the machine for service
-many forklifts have rear wheel steering therefore operating much different
than a - -front wheel steer fork
-when the center of gravity moves out of the stability triangle what will the
forklift do - -flip over
-the forklifts tipping point is - -the front axel
-if the forklift tips forward what should you do - -lower the load
-it is ok for an unlicensed person to operate forklifts as long as they are
supervised by a licensed person - -false unless they work for a public utility
-it is ok for a licensed person to lift an object exceeding the forklifts capacity
- -no never
-it is very easy to tip over on ramps and sloped surfaces whether the forklift
is loaded or unloaded - -false
-when driving on ramps with a grade of 10 percent or more with a loaded
forklift, you must always keep the load uphill, even if it means driving in
reverse down the ramp - -true
-because a forklift weighs more, it is much easier to brake to a stop than an
automobile - -false
-a forklift driver must always look - -in the direction of travel
-to lift people using a forklift, the operator must - -none of the above
-never enter a trailer or railroad car unless - -the trailer or railcar is locked
in place with wheel chocks
-a forklift operators first concern should be - -making sure the vehicle is in
safe working condition
-which of the following is a warning signal that the forklift may need to be
taken out of service and repaired - -leaks for the fuel system, a brake pedal
that feels spongy, exhaust fumes that make you feel sick
-on counterbalanced trucks the front axle is the - -drive axle
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