CFA OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 prohibits refueling or recharging forklifts in which of the following areas?
- Areas with concrete flooring
- Areas near open flames or ignition sources (Correct answer)
- Areas where other personnel are present
- Areas with overhead lighting
Correct answer: Areas near open flames or ignition sources
Refueling and recharging must not occur near open flames, sparks, or other ignition sources due to the risk of fire or explosion from fuel vapors or hydrogen gas.
Question 2: According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, what must operators do before leaving a forklift unattended?
- Leave the engine running to maintain hydraulic pressure
- Lower the forks to the ground and neutralize the controls (Correct answer)
- Park it facing the nearest exit only
- Hand the keys to the nearest coworker
Correct answer: Lower the forks to the ground and neutralize the controls
Operators must fully lower the forks, neutralize controls, shut off the engine, and set the brakes before leaving the truck unattended.
Question 3: Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, when is a forklift considered 'unattended'?
- Whenever the operator steps off the truck
- When the operator is more than 25 feet from the truck or the truck is out of view (Correct answer)
- Only when the operator leaves the building
- Whenever the engine is turned off
Correct answer: When the operator is more than 25 feet from the truck or the truck is out of view
A truck is considered unattended when the operator is 25 or more feet away from the truck or the truck is no longer in the operator's view.
Question 4: Which battery charging requirement is mandated under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178?
- Batteries must be charged only after they are fully discharged
- Charging areas must be equipped with adequate ventilation (Correct answer)
- Only maintenance personnel may handle battery connections
- Batteries must be cooled with water before reconnecting
Correct answer: Charging areas must be equipped with adequate ventilation
Battery charging areas must have adequate ventilation to disperse hydrogen gas emitted during charging, preventing explosive concentrations.
Question 5: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 requires that trucks traveling in the same direction maintain a safe following distance of approximately:
- One truck length
- Three truck lengths (Correct answer)
- One car length (15 feet)
- Ten feet regardless of speed
Correct answer: Three truck lengths
The regulation requires approximately three truck lengths (about 20 feet for each truck) of following distance between traveling forklifts.
Question 6: According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, which modification to a forklift is prohibited without manufacturer approval?
- Adding a safety mirror to improve rear visibility
- Altering the capacity, stability, or safe operation of the truck (Correct answer)
- Replacing worn tires with the manufacturer's specified type
- Installing an aftermarket seat belt of equal rating
Correct answer: Altering the capacity, stability, or safe operation of the truck
No modifications or additions that affect capacity or safe operation shall be made without manufacturer's written approval, which may require a new nameplate.
Question 7: Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, which type of industrial truck designation indicates it is approved for use in areas with flammable vapors?
- Type D (Diesel)
- Type EX (Explosion-proof) (Correct answer)
- Type E (Electric)
- Type LP (Liquid Propane)
Correct answer: Type EX (Explosion-proof)
The EX designation indicates explosion-proof trucks approved for use in locations where flammable vapors or dusts are present.
CFA OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 3
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178 prohibits refueling or recharging forklifts in which of the following areas?