Forklift Test

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Name* This field is required.

First Name

Last Name

2

Employee #* This field is required.Example: 102

The number you use to clock-in with.

3

The Bay or Department you work in* This field is required.Example: Shear Bay, Truck Bay, Powdercoat, Riptide Docks, Rival-SSV, etc.

Where do you spend the majority of your work time?

4

Have you ever been previously certified or trained to operate a forklift?* This field is required.

YESNO (I have never been trained on forklift operation.)

5

Have you ever operated a forklift in your previous employment?* This field is required.

YESNO (I have never professionally operated a forklift)

6

Do you have any visual impairments? (Regarding: depth of field, judgement of space/distance, color blindness, etc.)* This field is required.If you answer "YES" here - We will follow up with you to discuss details.

YESNO (No Vision Concerns)

7

Do you have any audio impairments? (Regarding: hearing aid, damaged hearing, etc.)* This field is required.If you answer "YES" here - We will follow up with you to discuss details.

YESNO (My hearing is fine)

8

Do you have any physical impairments? (Regarding: maneuverability, and the strength, endurance, agility, and coordination to meet the demands of the task, etc.)* This field is required.If you answer "YES" here - We will follow up with you to discuss details.

YESNO (I am in adequate physical condition)

9

Who can operate a forklift?* This field is required.

Any Employee

Truck Drivers

Trained & Authorized Employees

Anyone with a class 5 Driver's license

10

A forklift operator's first concern should be...* This field is required.

Increasing the speed of loading and unloading items

Making sure the forklift is in safe working condition

The schedule of incoming and outgoing loads and unloads

Stabilizing the forks on all forklifts used in a shift

11

How often should a pre-start inspection be completed?* This field is required.

Daily

Weekly

Monthly

Annually

12

Which of the following is a warning sign that the forklift may need to be taken out of service and repaired?* This field is required.

Leaks along the fuel system

A brake pedal that feels spongy when pressed down

Exhaust fumes that make you nauseous

All of the above

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*MULTIPLE CHOICE* Before you start a forklift, you must do the following...* This field is required.

Pre-Trip Inspection

Light a Cigarette

Use a Seatbelt

Check Tire Levels

Ensure Propane Tank Is Secure

Make sure wheels are blocked off so forklift does not roll away

Tell your manager or supervisor you are about to operate the forklit

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*MULTIPLE CHOICE* Before moving a trailer with a forklift, you must ensure...* This field is required.

Coupler is LOCKED

Coupler is UNLOCKED

The jack is UPRIGHT / UNDEPLOYED

The jack is DOWN / DEPLOYED, close enough to the ground to stabilize the trailer if coupler/ball disconnects.

The forklift amber L.E.D. beacon light(s) are turned on and functioning.

At least one of the safety chains is connected from the trailer to the attachment on the forklift (if present)

15

You can find out the load capacity, lift height, and forklift weight by reading...* This field is required.

The Manufacturer's Plate

The Owners Manual

The License Plate

Tire Labels

16

It is okay to operate a forklift as long as another employee has given me permission* This field is required.

True

False

17

On a diesel powered forklift, you must engage the glow plugs before starting* This field is required.

True

False

18

How many people are permitted to ride on a forklift?* This field is required.

Three (Two in the cab, one on the forks)

Only the driver/operator

There is no limit

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*MULTIPLE CHOICE* When you reverse/back-up a forklift, you should hear...* This field is required.

Brakes squeeling

Continuous Beeping

Air being released

Mechanical Grinding (Metal on Metal)

The fan belt roaring loudly

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To lift people using a forklift, the operator must...* This field is required.

Lift people with bare forks

Use a pallet to provide a platform

Move a truck near the wall for fall protection

None of the above

21

Who is responsible for checking the security of a trailer before loading and unloading?* This field is required.

The truck driver

The forklift operator

The yard supervisor

The shop foreman

Whomever secured it

22

It is very easy to tip over on ramps and sloped surfaces whether the forklift is loaded or unloaded.* This field is required.

True

False

23

When driving on ramps with a grade of 10% or more with a loaded forklift, you must always keep the load uphill.

True

False

24

Because a forklift weighs more than a typical car, it is therefore much easier to brake and come to a stop compared to an automobile.* This field is required.

True

False

25

If snow/ice is on the ground, you should use increased speeds to gain momentum & avoid getting stuck and spinning out.* This field is required.

True

False

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Employees cannot operate a forklift when...* This field is required.

They are under 16 years of age

They are trained and certified to operate a forklift

They are familiar with actual and potential dangers associated with forklifts

They are familiar with applicable laws

They have completed and passed this competency test

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What must you do when you approach an intersection?* This field is required.

Slow down and sound the horn

Check for hazards by leaning in/out of the cab while evaluating 360°

Turn slowly and smoothly

Get through as quickly as possible to minimize inconvenience to others

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When forward visibility is obstructed or blocked (even partially)* This field is required.

Look around the load, and proceed forward

Proceed forward slowly and with due caution

Drive in reverse

Honk your horn to alert others of your limited visibility, and proceed forward

29

Never enter a parked truck, trailer, or railway boxcar, with a forklift unless...* This field is required.

The watchman is present

The forklift's fuel tank and battery are fully charged

The trailer or railcar is locked in place with wheel chocks

There is a spotter inside of the trailer or rail car

30

While driving, a forklift driver must always look...* This field is required.

In the mirrors

Around his/her load

In the direction of travel

In the direction of the load

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In the event of a roll-over incident, you should...* This field is required.

Jump out of the cab

Turn the tires completely right or left, depending on direction of tip

Remain in the cab, hold on, and lean away from impact

Check that you are wearing a seatbelt

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Forklifts must travel with their load as close to the ground as safely possible* This field is required.

True

False

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(SCENARIO) You have just picked up a load from a cube truck and are now going to lower it for safe transportation. From the provided options below (1 through 4), you must select the proper sequence answer to safely lower an existing load.* This field is required.(1.) Stop the forklift, and put the mast to a vertical straight position (2.) Move the forklift 8-12 inches away from the truck. (3.) Tilt the mast backwards to stabilize the load (4.) Lower the load so that its lowest point is 8" from the ground

1>2>3>4

3>2>1>4

2>4>3>1

4>2>3>1

34

The center of gravity of an unloaded forklift is located:

In the counterbalance

Over the forks

At the steering wheel

Underneath the operator's seat

35

It is okay to race forklifts as long as nobody is in harms way* This field is required.

True

False

36

To pick up a 8' (96") long item/load, the forks must engage the item/load at least how far?* This field is required.

32" (1/3)

48" (1/2)

64" (2/3)

72" (3/4)

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It is O.K. to cross the highway, when it is safe to do so and following regular traffic routes, in an insured forklift.* This field is required.

True

False

38

It is O.K. to be on your cell phone while operating a forklift* This field is required.

True

False

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Forklift testing must be re-completed (also known as "Refresher Courses") at intervals not exceeding _______ year(s).* This field is required.Hint: If you passed this test, this is when you would have to re-do the test again!

One

Two

Three

Four