Forklift certification Certification Workplace Forklift 5

Question 1

If a sit-down forklift begins to tip over, what should a seat-belted operator do?

Accepted Answer

Stay in the seat, brace, lean away from the fall, and hold the wheel

Answer

The safest action is to stay belted in, brace against the wheel, and lean away from the direction of the tip.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of the overhead guard on a forklift?

Accepted Answer

To protect the operator from falling objects

Answer

The overhead guard protects the operator from falling objects and debris.

Question 3

Riding on the forks or allowing another person to ride the truck is:

Accepted Answer

Prohibited unless a proper approved work platform is used

Answer

Passengers and riding on forks are prohibited; personnel may only be elevated on an approved secured platform.

Question 4

When elevating a worker on an approved forklift platform, which practice is required?

Accepted Answer

The operator stays at the controls and the platform is secured to the carriage

Answer

The operator must remain at the controls and the platform must be securely attached; the truck should not travel while elevated.

Question 5

What is the correct response if pedestrians are in the forklift's path?

Accepted Answer

Stop, make eye contact, and yield the right of way

Answer

Pedestrians have the right of way; the operator should stop, make eye contact, and let them pass.

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