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Forklift Safety 1-6 (OSHA 30) : Questions And Answers
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Forklift Safety 1-6 (OSHA 30) : Questions And AnswersThe most common categories of lift truck are: Right Ans - electric
propane
you need to know the power source of a lift truck you plan to use because:
Right Ans - It may not be compatible with your work area, or may create a
potentially hazardous atmosphere.
What are the most common types of lift truck accidents? Right Ans -
tipping over
striking a co-worker
being struck by falling load
running off a loading dock
Which of the following are common causes of lift truck accidents? Right
Ans - blind corners
unauthorized operation
traveling with load raised
You can avoid common hazards while operating a lift truck by: Right Ans -
Being aware of pedestrains
recognizing potential hazards
wearing a seatbelt when available
What items can be found on a lift trucks's control panel? Right Ans - oil
pressue
engine hour meter
amperes
engine temp
what can be found on all lift trucks? Right Ans - horn key lights
what info is required on the lift truck's data plate Right Ans - the lift truck's
weight capacity
the lift truck's type
, what types of actions can negatively affect the stability of your lift truck and
possibly cause an accident? Right Ans - taking corners too fast
overloading the truck lift
jerky operation of hydraulic sys
traveling with raised load
lift trucks have: Right Ans - a narrower wheelbase than cars
The imaginary area in which a lift trucks center of gravity must remain in
order to prevent the lift truck from tipping over is called the : Right Ans -
stability triangle
to prevent the lift truck from tipping over while lifting a load, you should:
Right Ans - keep the forks tilted back
keep the load back on the forks
A lift truck's load capacity can be affected by: Right Ans - where the load
center is
the height you plan to lift the load
any attachments used
the higher you lift the load the less weight you can safely lift because: Right
Ans - the decreases the stability
the load is farther away from the forklift's fulcrum point
if you are not sure how much a load weighs, you can check the load's Right
Ans - spec sheet
shipping papers
order doc
to find the load capacity of your lift truck check the Right Ans - data plate
How often must a lift truck be inspected? Right Ans - Before each shift
When assessing order pickers check that: Right Ans - the safety interlocks
are working properly
the body harness and lanyard are in good condition
the work platform moves up and down smoothly
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