CWLP Material Handling 2

Question 1

Which load capacity factor must be de-rated when a forklift operates with an extended load center?

Accepted Answer

Nameplate rated capacity

Answer

The nameplate rated capacity is based on a standard 24-inch load center and must be de-rated when loads extend farther from the mast.

Question 2

A warehouse uses a gravity roller conveyor on a slight decline. What is the PRIMARY advantage of this system?

Accepted Answer

It can handle heavy unit loads without power

Answer

Gravity roller conveyors use slope and gravity to move goods without electricity, reducing energy costs for appropriate applications.

Question 3

What does the term 'unit load' mean in material handling?

Accepted Answer

Multiple items assembled into one load for handling as a single entity

Answer

A unit load combines multiple items (on a pallet, in a container, or wrapped together) so they can be moved, stored, and controlled as a single entity.

Question 4

During a pre-shift inspection, a forklift operator notices a hydraulic fluid leak under the mast. The correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Tag the unit out of service and notify maintenance

Answer

Any hydraulic leak must result in the equipment being taken out of service immediately, as it is a safety hazard and can lead to sudden mast failure.

Question 5

Which warehouse storage method is BEST for items with a high turnover rate that occupy a full pallet?

Accepted Answer

Selective pallet racking

Answer

Selective pallet racking provides direct access to every pallet, making it ideal for high-turnover SKUs that need frequent picking.

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

CWLP Material Handling 2