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Forklift Theory Test Exam Questionswith Complete Solutions
When should a forklift be checked for damage? - Answer-Before, during and after using
it.
List 6 items you should check when undertaking a pre operational check of the forklift? -
Answer-- Wheels
- Tyres
- Overhead guard
- Load guard
- Forks
- Seat
List 6 start-up checks that should be made before operating the forklift? - Answer--
Gauges
- Horn
- Mirrors
- Reverse beeper
- Brakes
- Hydraulic Functions
Why is it important to communicate with workplace personnel before commencing work
on site? - Answer-To ensure safe work procedures/polices are followed and understood
List 6 methods of communication that can be used in the workplace? - Answer-- Signs
- Signals
- Verbal
- Facial expressions
- Written
- Listening
If you are given unclear information about your work, what should you do? - Answer-
Stop and ask again for more information
Before commencing work who should you consult with? - Answer-Managers,
supervisors, safety officers and workmates
Are you allowed to use a forklift that has a missing data plate? - Answer-No
What action should you take if you find that the data plate is missing from the forklift? -
Answer-Remove key, tag out of service, report to supervisor, record in logbook
What does a hazard mean? - Answer-A situation that can cause harm to people
, List 6 site hazards and 6 non site hazards - Answer-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? - Answer-A possibility of the hazard hurting people
What is the risk of refuelling while the engine is running? - Answer-Fuel igniting
Describe which way a loaded forklift should travel up a ramp and where your load
should be facing? - Answer-Forward facing uphill
What might occur if you attempt to turn a forklift while on a ramp or sloping surface? -
Answer-Forklift may tip over, load may fall
How high should your load be raised when travelling? - Answer-Below axle height
When should hazard controls be applied? - Answer-At the planning and when hazards
are identified
Why is it unsafe to operate a forklift with the load raised? - Answer-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? - Answer-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? - Answer-The heavier end
If a pallet appears to be unsafely stacked, what should you do before lifting it? - Answer-
Restack it
What should you do if you have to work closer than the minimum distances required
when working near powerlines? - Answer-Call power company for permit, ask power
company to cut power off, use a trained observer
List 2 things to make power lines more visible - Answer-1. Markers
2. Tigertails
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