Forklift certification Certification Forklift 5

Question 1

What is the correct hand signal role when a spotter is guiding a forklift operator?

Accepted Answer

The operator follows the spotter's signals and stops if the spotter disappears from view

Answer

The operator must obey the spotter's signals and stop immediately if the spotter can no longer be seen.

Question 2

Why should forks never be used to lift or transport people unless equipped with an approved platform?

Accepted Answer

Forks are not designed for people and pose a serious fall risk

Answer

Only an approved, secured work platform may be used to elevate personnel; standing on bare forks is a fall hazard.

Question 3

What is a common cause of forklift-related fatalities according to OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Tip-overs and crushing pedestrians

Answer

Forklift tip-overs and struck-by/crushing incidents involving pedestrians are among the leading causes of fatalities.

Question 4

What should an operator do if the forklift develops a mechanical defect during use?

Accepted Answer

Remove it from service and report the defect

Answer

Any truck found to be in unsafe condition must be taken out of service until the defect is repaired.

Question 5

When stacking loads, what practice helps maintain stability?

Accepted Answer

Ensure loads are square, stable, and within height limits

Answer

Loads should be squarely stacked, stable, and within rated height limits to prevent collapse or tip-over.

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