Loading Dock Procedure Flashcards
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OSHA requires wheel chocks to be used at loading docks. Where should chocks be placed on a trailer?
Answer: In front of the rear wheels on both sides
Wheel chocks must be placed in front of (uphill side of) the rear trailer wheels to prevent the trailer from rolling away from the dock.
When should a forklift operator test a dock plate before crossing it?
Answer: Before every use by approaching slowly and applying slight pressure
Each crossing should begin with a slow approach to verify the dock plate is properly positioned and stable under the forklift's weight.
Which of the following conditions would require a forklift operator to stop dock operations immediately?
Answer: The trailer shifting and the wheel chock becoming dislodged
A dislodged wheel chock means the trailer is no longer secured, and operations must stop immediately until the chock is re-secured.
What is the purpose of dock bumpers installed on the loading dock face?
Answer: To absorb impact and protect the dock and trailer when the truck backs in
Dock bumpers absorb the impact of trailers backing in and protect both the dock structure and the trailer from damage.
What information should be verified on the Bill of Lading (BOL) before beginning to unload a trailer?
Answer: The shipment contents, quantity, and consignee to confirm correct trailer
Verifying the BOL confirms that the correct trailer with the right contents is being unloaded at the correct dock for the correct recipient.
Why is it important to inspect the trailer floor for soft spots or damage before driving a forklift inside?
Answer: A weakened trailer floor can collapse under the forklift's weight
Rotten or damaged trailer flooring can fail under the concentrated weight of a loaded forklift, causing it to fall through.
During dock operations, a truck driver wants to move the truck while the forklift is still inside the trailer. What should happen?
Answer: The truck must not move until the forklift has fully exited, the dock leveler is stowed, and the dock communication system signals clear
The truck must not be moved until the forklift is completely out, the leveler is stowed, and the dock system confirms it is safe — any premature movement can trap or injure the operator.