Forklift certification Workplace Hazard Identification Flashcards
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Operating a propane forklift indoors with poor ventilation creates what health hazard?
Answer: Carbon monoxide buildup
Internal-combustion forklifts release carbon monoxide, which can accumulate to dangerous levels in poorly ventilated spaces.
Which lighting condition is a workplace hazard for forklift operation?
Answer: Inadequate lighting in a storage aisle
Poor lighting reduces the operator's ability to see pedestrians, obstacles, and load conditions.
What hazard is created by loose banding or shrink wrap left on the warehouse floor?
Answer: Trip hazard for pedestrians and entanglement for wheels
Loose packaging debris causes trips for workers and can wrap around forklift wheels or axles.
A load is wider than the aisle by a few inches. What is the correct hazard response?
Answer: Find an alternate route or clear the aisle before proceeding
Oversized loads must not be forced through narrow aisles, which risks striking racking, pedestrians, or dislodging stock.
Overhead obstructions such as sprinkler pipes and door frames are a hazard because:
Answer: A raised mast or load can strike and damage them
Raising the mast or load without checking overhead clearance can strike pipes, lights, or structures, causing damage or injury.
What is the primary hazard of using a forklift on a wet or icy loading dock?
Answer: Reduced traction leading to skids and tip-over
Wet or icy surfaces reduce tire traction, increasing the chance of skidding, sliding off the dock, or tipping.
Which is the best way to identify hazards before starting a forklift shift?
Answer: Complete a pre-operation inspection and walk the work area
A pre-shift inspection plus a walkthrough of the work area is the most reliable way to spot hazards early.