Forklift certification Certification Forklift 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the counterweight on a sit-down counterbalance forklift?

Accepted Answer

To offset the weight of the load being lifted

Answer

To make the forklift heavier for traction only

Answer

To store hydraulic fluid

Answer

To protect the engine

Question 2

When traveling with a load, the forks should be tilted in which direction?

Accepted Answer

Tilted back toward the mast

Answer

Tilted forward toward the load

Answer

Kept perfectly level

Answer

Fully raised and tilted forward

Question 3

What should you do before driving a forklift down a ramp with a load?

Accepted Answer

Drive in reverse with the load pointed uphill

Answer

Drive forward with the load pointed downhill

Answer

Turn sideways to reduce speed

Answer

Raise the load to full height

Question 4

How often must a forklift operator inspect the truck according to OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Before each shift or when it is used

Answer

Once per week

Answer

Once per month

Answer

Only when a problem is noticed

Question 5

What is the 'stability triangle' on a counterbalance forklift?

Accepted Answer

The area formed by the two front wheels and the center of the rear axle

Answer

The shape of the overhead guard

Answer

The zone where pedestrians must stand

Answer

The angle of the mast tilt

Question 6

If a forklift starts to tip over, what should a seated operator do?

Accepted Answer

Stay in the seat, hold on, and lean away from the fall

Answer

Jump clear of the machine

Answer

Stand up and step off the side

Answer

Grab the load to steady it

Question 7

What does a data plate (nameplate) on a forklift primarily tell the operator?

Accepted Answer

The rated load capacity and attachment information

Answer

The truck's paint color code

Answer

The name of the last operator

Answer

The warranty expiration date