NSC Quality Control & Inspection 2

Question 1

During a pre-shift inspection, you notice a small crack in the overhead guard. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Tag the forklift out of service and report it to a supervisor

Answer

Any structural damage to the overhead guard, including cracks, requires the forklift to be removed from service immediately and reported to a supervisor.

Question 2

When inspecting forklift forks, which measurement indicates they must be replaced?

Accepted Answer

Fork blade thickness worn to 85% of original

Answer

ASME B56.1 standards require forklift forks to be removed from service when blade thickness is worn to 90% of the original — meaning 10% wear is the limit, but many references specify forks must be replaced when worn to 85% of original.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT typically checked during a forklift fluid inspection?

Accepted Answer

Transmission fluid color only

Answer

A complete fluid inspection checks levels of engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and coolant — not just the color of transmission fluid without checking its level.

Question 4

A forklift's battery water level is found to be low during inspection. What should the operator do?

Accepted Answer

Report it and allow only trained battery technicians to service it

Answer

Battery maintenance, including adding water, should be performed only by trained personnel following proper procedures to prevent electrolyte hazards.

Question 5

When should the operator check the tire condition on a pneumatic-tire forklift?

Accepted Answer

Before each shift as part of the pre-operation inspection

Answer

Tire condition, including inflation, cuts, and chunking, must be inspected before each shift as part of the required pre-operation inspection.

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NSC Quality Control & Inspection 2