Forklift certification Certification Workplace Forklift 4

Question 1

How often must a forklift receive a documented inspection under OSHA requirements?

Accepted Answer

Before each shift or at least daily when in use

Answer

OSHA requires forklifts to be examined before each shift, or daily/after each shift if used around the clock.

Question 2

If a pre-operation inspection reveals a defect that affects safety, the operator should:

Accepted Answer

Remove the forklift from service and report the defect

Answer

Any safety-related defect requires taking the truck out of service until it is properly repaired.

Question 3

Which of the following is part of the visual (engine-off) portion of a daily inspection?

Accepted Answer

Checking tires, forks, and fluid levels for leaks or damage

Answer

The visual check with the engine off covers tires, forks, hoses, and fluid levels for leaks or damage.

Question 4

During the operational (engine-on) inspection, the operator should test:

Accepted Answer

Brakes, steering, horn, lights, and hydraulic controls

Answer

With the engine running, the operator checks brakes, steering, horn, lights, and lift/tilt controls for proper function.

Question 5

What is a sign that forklift forks should be removed from service?

Accepted Answer

Cracks, bends, or more than 10% wear on the fork thickness

Answer

Forks with cracks, bends, or heel wear exceeding about 10% must be taken out of service.

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