Equipment Inspection & Maintenance Flashcards
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After completing a pre-shift inspection and finding the forklift in safe operating condition, what should the operator do with the inspection form?
Answer: Submit or retain it as required by company policy and OSHA record-keeping requirements
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(q) requires inspection records to be maintained per company policy; completed forms document compliance and support maintenance tracking.
What does a forklift's mast chain inspection involve checking for?
Answer: Cracks, wear, elongation (stretch), and proper lubrication
Mast chains must be inspected for physical damage (cracks, wear), elongation indicating fatigue, and adequate lubrication to prevent sudden failure under load.
A forklift operator notices the parking brake does not hold the forklift on a slight incline. What is the appropriate action?
Answer: Take the forklift out of service immediately and report the defect to maintenance
A parking brake that fails to hold on an incline is a safety-critical defect; the forklift must be removed from service because an unsecured parked forklift is a runaway and collision risk.
How does an operator test the service brakes during a pre-operation inspection?
Answer: Drive slowly and apply brakes to check for smooth, even stopping without pulling
A low-speed brake test while moving allows the operator to detect pulling, spongy pedal, or poor stopping response before beginning work operations.
Why is it important to check the forklift's lights and warning devices before operating in a warehouse?
Answer: Warning lights and alarms help prevent collisions with pedestrians and other equipment in shared spaces
Operational lights (travel, warning strobe) and audible devices are essential for alerting pedestrians and other operators, particularly in areas with poor visibility or blind corners.
What is a key sign that a forklift's tilt cylinder is leaking internally?
Answer: The mast tilts forward slowly on its own when the control is not engaged
Internal cylinder leakage allows hydraulic fluid to bypass the piston, causing the mast to drift forward under gravity and load weight even when the operator is not using the tilt control.
Which of the following best describes the operator's responsibility regarding forklift maintenance?
Answer: Operators perform pre-shift inspections and report defects; repairs are done by authorized maintenance personnel
Operators are the first line of detection through daily inspections and defect reporting, but all actual repairs must be performed by trained, authorized maintenance technicians.