Forklift certification Certification Workplace Forklift 2

Question 1

What is the maximum allowable travel speed for a forklift in a busy pedestrian work area?

Accepted Answer

A speed that allows stopping safely, typically walking pace (about 5 mph or less)

Answer

Whatever speed the operator feels safe with

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The forklift's top rated speed

Answer

15 mph at all times

Question 2

When a forklift is left unattended, at what distance is it considered unattended under OSHA rules?

Accepted Answer

25 feet or more, or out of the operator's view

Answer

50 feet in any direction

Answer

Only when the engine is off

Answer

Only overnight

Question 3

Before leaving a forklift unattended, the operator must do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Leave the engine running for a quick return

Answer

Fully lower the forks

Answer

Neutralize the controls and set the brake

Answer

Shut off the power

Question 4

What should an operator do when approaching a blind corner or intersection?

Accepted Answer

Sound the horn and slow down

Answer

Speed up to clear it quickly

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Continue at normal speed

Answer

Raise the forks for visibility

Question 5

Why should a loaded forklift travel up a ramp with the load facing uphill (forks pointed upgrade)?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the load from sliding off and improve stability

Answer

It looks more professional

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It is faster

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To keep the exhaust away from the load

Question 6

What is the correct way to carry a load that blocks forward vision?

Accepted Answer

Travel in reverse, looking in the direction of travel

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Raise the load higher to see under it

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Have a spotter walk directly in front

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Lean out of the seat to see around it

Question 7

How should forks be positioned when the forklift is traveling without a load?

Accepted Answer

Lowered close to the ground and tilted slightly back

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Raised to eye level

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Tilted fully forward

Answer

At maximum height for visibility