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Forklift Theory Test|53 CompleteQuestions and Solutions
When should a forklift be checked for damage? - -Before, during and after
using it.
-List 6 items you should check when undertaking a pre operational check of
the forklift? - -- Wheels
- Tyres
- Overhead guard
- Load guard
- Forks
- Seat
-List 6 start-up checks that should be made before operating the forklift? - --
Gauges
- Horn
- Mirrors
- Reverse beeper
- Brakes
- Hydraulic Functions
-Why is it important to communicate with workplace personnel before
commencing work on site? - -To ensure safe work procedures/polices are
followed and understood
-List 6 methods of communication that can be used in the workplace? - --
Signs
- Signals
- Verbal
- Facial expressions
- Written
- Listening
-If you are given unclear information about your work, what should you do? -
-Stop and ask again for more information
-Before commencing work who should you consult with? - -Managers,
supervisors, safety officers and workmates
-Are you allowed to use a forklift that has a missing data plate? - -No
, -What action should you take if you find that the data plate is missing from
the forklift? - -Remove key, tag out of service, report to supervisor, record in
logbook
-What does a hazard mean? - -A situation that can cause harm to people
-List 6 site hazards and 6 non site hazards - -Site hazards:
P ersonnel in the area
E lectrical powerlines
D angerous goods Open doorwars Wet surfaces Uneven surfaces
Non site hazards:
PPE
W eight of the land
T ype of forklift
C ommunication
C apacity of the forklift
H eight restrictions
-What does risk mean? - -A possibility of the hazard hurting people
-What is the risk of refuelling while the engine is running? - -Fuel igniting
-Describe which way a loaded forklift should travel up a ramp and where
your load should be facing? - -Forward facing uphill
-What might occur if you attempt to turn a forklift while on a ramp or sloping
surface? - -Forklift may tip over, load may fall
-How high should your load be raised when travelling? - -Below axle height
-When should hazard controls be applied? - -At the planning and when
hazards are identified
-Why is it unsafe to operate a forklift with the load raised? - -Forklift may tip
over, load may fall
-What should be provided for the gap between a truck and the loading dock
before shifting the load? - -Secured dock plate
-A pallet contains an unbalanced load with one end heavier than the other,
which end should be against the heel of the fork arms? - -The heavier end
-If a pallet appears to be unsafely stacked, what should you do before lifting
it? - -Restack it
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