NSC Risk Management & Site Safety 2

Question 1

When a forklift is traveling on a ramp or incline with a load, the load should be positioned:

Accepted Answer

Facing uphill to prevent tipping backward

Answer

On inclines, the load must always face uphill so gravity keeps it pressed against the forks, preventing the load from sliding off.

Question 2

Which condition would MOST increase the risk of a forklift tip-over on level ground?

Accepted Answer

Turning at speed while carrying a raised load

Answer

Turning at speed with a raised load shifts the center of gravity outside the stability triangle, dramatically increasing tip-over risk.

Question 3

A risk assessment before forklift operation should include evaluating:

Accepted Answer

Floor conditions, pedestrian traffic, overhead clearances, and load characteristics

Answer

A thorough pre-operation risk assessment covers floor surface, people in the area, height restrictions, and load specifics to identify all hazards.

Question 4

What is the safest approach when a forklift operator encounters an unmarked hazard on the warehouse floor?

Accepted Answer

Stop, assess the hazard, and report it before proceeding

Answer

Stopping to assess and report an unmarked hazard ensures it is documented and corrected before it causes injury to other workers.

Question 5

Forklift operators should sound the horn and proceed slowly when approaching:

Accepted Answer

Blind corners, intersections, and doorways

Answer

Blind corners, intersections, and doorways are high-collision zones where pedestrians may be unseen, requiring a horn warning and reduced speed.

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