TLILIC0003 TLILIC0003 Forklift Safety and Operations 3

Question 1

When refuelling an LPG forklift, which safety step is most important?

Accepted Answer

Switch off the engine and move the forklift to a designated refuelling area away from ignition sources

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Leave the engine running to maintain hydraulic pressure during the cylinder change

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Change the cylinder indoors to protect against wind disturbing the connection

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Refuel immediately after the shift ends, regardless of the forklift's location

Question 2

What is the correct procedure for charging an electric forklift battery?

Accepted Answer

Move the forklift to a designated charging area with adequate ventilation, connect charger, and record in logbook

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Charge the battery in the forklift's operating area to save time

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Top up the battery electrolyte and connect the charger without moving the forklift

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Charge the battery only when it is completely flat to prolong battery life

Question 3

A forklift approaches an intersection inside a warehouse with limited visibility. What should the operator do?

Accepted Answer

Slow down, sound the horn, and be prepared to stop for pedestrians or other vehicles

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Sound the horn continuously and proceed at full speed to clear the intersection quickly

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Flash the overhead light and proceed without slowing

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Yield only if another forklift is approaching, not for pedestrians

Question 4

What information must a forklift operator check on the load before picking it up?

Accepted Answer

The weight, dimensions, load centre, and stability/condition of the load

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The colour coding of the pallet only

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The destination label and the customer's name

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Only the weight if it looks heavier than usual

Question 5

Under SafeWork Australia guidelines, what is the minimum requirement for a safe exclusion zone around a forklift operating area?

Accepted Answer

Physical barriers or clearly marked exclusion zones that separate pedestrians from forklift travel paths

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There is no minimum — operators use their judgement

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A verbal warning to pedestrians at the start of each shift is sufficient

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Yellow floor tape only, with no physical barriers needed

Question 6

When travelling on a ramp or incline with a loaded forklift, what is the correct direction of travel?

Accepted Answer

Drive with the load facing uphill in both directions — forwards up, reverse down

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Drive forwards up the ramp and reverse down, load leading downhill

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Drive forwards up and down the ramp at all times

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Drive with the load facing downhill to see the ramp clearly

Question 7

What does 'hazard identification' involve as part of a forklift operator's WHS duties?

Accepted Answer

Actively looking for conditions or practices that could cause harm before and during operations

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Identifying hazards only when instructed by a supervisor

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Reporting hazards to the safety officer at the end of the week

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Hazard identification is solely the responsibility of the PCBU, not operators