PITO Ramp, Grade & Dock Operations

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Facing uphill at all times

Answer

OSHA requires that when traveling on grades with a load, the load must face uphill to prevent the load from tipping forward and to maintain traction.

Question 2

What is the generally recommended maximum grade that a standard counterbalanced forklift should travel on?

Accepted Answer

10%

Answer

Most manufacturers recommend a maximum operating grade of 10% for standard counterbalanced forklifts, though operators must always consult the nameplate and manufacturer's guidelines.

Question 3

When descending a ramp with a loaded forklift, the operator should:

Accepted Answer

Back down the ramp with the load uphill

Answer

When descending with a load, the operator should back down the ramp so the load remains uphill, preventing forward tipping and maintaining control.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of wheel chocks on a truck trailer before loading or unloading?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the trailer from rolling away during operations

Answer

Wheel chocks prevent the trailer from rolling forward or backward while the forklift operates inside, which could cause the trailer to separate from the dock and create a fall hazard.

Question 5

When crossing a dock plate or bridge plate, operators should:

Accepted Answer

Stop at the plate edge and check its rating before crossing

Answer

Operators must verify the dock plate's weight rating before crossing to ensure it can support the combined weight of the forklift and its load.

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PITO Ramp, Grade & Dock Operations