CWLP Material Handling 4

Question 1

A warehouse manager wants to increase storage density without purchasing new racking. Which operational strategy can achieve this?

Accepted Answer

Implementing narrow-aisle equipment and adjusting aisle widths

Answer

Narrow-aisle forklifts (reach trucks, order pickers, turret trucks) require less aisle space, allowing more rack rows within the same footprint.

Question 2

What does 'cube utilization' measure in a warehouse?

Accepted Answer

The ratio of cubic storage space used to total available cubic storage space

Answer

Cube utilization measures how effectively the three-dimensional storage space is used, including both floor area and vertical height.

Question 3

Which material handling principle states that the BEST handling is NO handling?

Accepted Answer

Minimum handling principle

Answer

The minimum handling principle encourages eliminating unnecessary moves and touches, as each handling step adds cost and risk of damage.

Question 4

A warehouse receives a shipment of hazardous materials. Which regulation governs the safe handling and storage of these materials in a US warehouse?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom / 29 CFR 1910.1200) and applicable fire codes

Answer

OSHA's HazCom standard requires Safety Data Sheets, proper labeling, and employee training for hazardous materials in the workplace, including storage areas.

Question 5

What is the function of a stretch wrapper (stretch wrap machine) in a warehouse?

Accepted Answer

To wrap plastic film around a pallet load to secure and stabilize it for transport or storage

Answer

Stretch wrappers apply layers of stretch film around a pallet to unitize the load, prevent shifting, and provide some moisture and dust protection.

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

CWLP Material Handling 4