Forklift certification Certification Forklift Pre-Operational Inspection 4

Question 1

What is the purpose of the operational (running) portion of the inspection?

Accepted Answer

To test controls, steering, and brakes with the engine on

Answer

To wash the truck

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To refuel

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To adjust the mirrors only

Question 2

During the operational check, unusual noises or vibrations should be:

Accepted Answer

Investigated and reported

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Ignored if minor

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Recorded as normal

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Fixed while driving

Question 3

Which gauge should be checked during a running inspection of an internal combustion forklift?

Accepted Answer

Engine temperature and oil pressure gauges

Answer

Altimeter

Answer

Barometer

Answer

Compass

Question 4

When testing the tilt function, the mast should:

Accepted Answer

Tilt forward and backward smoothly without sticking

Answer

Only tilt forward

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Not move at all

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Tilt only when loaded

Question 5

What should the operator verify about the steering during the running check?

Accepted Answer

It responds smoothly with no excessive play

Answer

It only turns left

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It locks when stopped

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It makes a loud noise

Question 6

Lights and warning devices should be tested during inspection when:

Accepted Answer

The forklift operates in low-light areas or where required

Answer

Never needed

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Only outdoors

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Only at night

Question 7

A leaking or spongy brake pedal discovered during the running check means you should:

Accepted Answer

Remove the forklift from service

Answer

Drive slower

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Pump the brakes harder

Answer

Use only the parking brake