This test is to see how much you know about operating a forklift.
It consists of 31 multiple choice questions. Take your time, and see how you score.
You must score a 80% or better to pass. You may take the test multiple times in order to pass.
That the forklift will safely lift any weight up to 4000 lbs
That the forklift will safely lift up to 4000 lbs provided that the center of gravity of the load is not more than 2 ft forward from the face (heel) of the forks
That the forklift will only safely lift up to 4000 lbs if the load measures more than 2 ft in length.
Dismount, check that the way is clear, then drive slowly forward sounding the horn.
Travel in reverse looking in the direction of travel.
Raise the load so that you can see under it.
Slowly and deliberately at all times.
At a speed consistent with the type of load and general work conditions.
Fast enough to keep up with the pressure of work.
Make sure yard dog is positioned at the front of the trailer.
Check dock plate is securely resting on the tail of the trailer.
Make sure wheel chocks are positioned under the wheels.
Make sure truck driver is present.
As near to the ground as possible and level.
About an inch from the ground and level.
About an inch from the ground and tilted back
As near to the ground as practicable but high enough to clear obstructions — and tilted back.
Once a day at the beginning of your shift.
Once a week on Monday.
Once a month on the first Monday of the month.
One inch from ground tilted fully forward.
Resting on the floor tilted fully back.
Resting on the floor tilted forward.
The forklift operator.
Each person within the area.
The manager.
Only if a sound wooden pallet is fitted.
Only if an approved work platform is fitted.
Only if an observer is present.
When the forks are loaded.
When the forks are not loaded.
At all times.
Downhill.
Uphill.
Downhill.
Uphill.
Never.
Only if traveling a long distance.
Only if traveling a short distance.
Only if a passenger seat is provided by the manufacturer.
Never.
Only on long loads.
Only if authorized by the manufacturer.
Always.
When persons are in the area.
When driving on uneven surfaces.
Testing with various loads.
Reading the load plate.
Guesswork.
Pre-operation.
Weekly.
Monthly.
Back tilt the load.
Stop and re-stack.
Call for assistance to support the load.
Only if the forklift is not loaded
Only if traveling down the ramp.
Only if traveling up the ramp.
Not at any time.
Not at any time.
Only if ordered to do so.
Only if the truck wheels are secured and the bridge plate is strong enough.
Only if the load is on pallets.
Only if a temporary measure.
Not at any time.
Only if a holder of a drivers license.
Only if trained and authorized to do so.
Yes, but only temporarily.
Any time.
To assist when turning.
When stacking and de-stacking.
Only if left in gear.
Only if wheel chocks are used.
Only if the forks are on the ground.
Only if the counterweight is increased.
Only if lifting the load within 1 metre.
Not at any time.
At the top.
At the bottom.
Mid-point.
Only if the load to be lifted is too heavy.
Only to allow more traction and steering control.
Not at any time.
Only if approved by the manufacturer.
Close up to communicate with the driver.
As far apart as possible.
A safe braking distance.
When approaching blind corners
To acknowledge your friend.
Only if operating on a public road.
Attempt to jump clear of the forklift.
Accelerate suddenly in order to stabilize the forklift.
Brace your feet and grip the steering wheel tightly.
Driving too fast.
Load too heavy.
Driving on an incline.
Cornering too sharply.
All of the above
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