Forklift certification Certification Forklift Instructions 2

Question 1

Before starting a forklift shift, what must the operator complete first?

Accepted Answer

A pre-operation inspection

Answer

OSHA requires a daily pre-operation inspection before the forklift is used.

Question 2

If a forklift is found defective during inspection, the operator should:

Accepted Answer

Take it out of service and report it

Answer

A defective forklift must be removed from service until repaired.

Question 3

When traveling with a load, the forks should be:

Accepted Answer

Low and tilted slightly back

Answer

Carrying a load low and tilted back improves stability and control.

Question 4

What should an operator do when approaching a blind intersection?

Accepted Answer

Sound the horn and slow down

Answer

Sounding the horn and slowing warns others and prevents collisions.

Question 5

The load capacity of a forklift is found on the:

Accepted Answer

Data (capacity) plate

Answer

The manufacturer's data plate lists the rated load capacity.

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