Pre-Operation
What should every operator perform before using a forklift?
What is a pre-operation inspection?
Forks should generally be kept this high while traveling.
What is 4–6 inches off the ground?
This part of the forklift raises and lowers the load.
What is the mast?
Pedestrians should do this before crossing a forklift’s path.
What is make eye contact?
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A 2025 Black Lincoln Corsair.
This should be checked for cuts, wear, and proper inflation before operation.
What are the tires?
When your load blocks your view, you should drive this direction.
What is in reverse (when safe)?
You should never exceed this.
What is the forklift's rated capacity?
This one is true or false. It is never okay to walk under raised forks, even when parked.
What is false?
This is the operator's responsibility before moving the forklift after a pedestrian has crossed in front of it.
What is ensuring the pedestrian is completely clear and the travel path is safe before proceeding?
If you discover leaking hydraulic fluid during inspection, you should do this.
What is remove the forklift from service and report it?
This should always be worn while operating a sit-down forklift.
What is a seatbelt?
Heavy loads should be carried in this position.
What is low to the ground with the mast slightly tilted back?
The minimum safe clearance between a forklift and a person is this.
What is at least 3 feet?
This is the maximum speed for forklifts in our warehouse.
What is 5 MPH?
Only these individuals are allowed to operate powered industrial trucks.
Who are trained and authorized operators?
You should always slow down before entering one of these.
What are intersections or blind corners?
Name two things that can cause a forklift to tip.
Possible answers:
It’s unsafe to approach a forklift from behind for this reason.
What is the driver may not see you?
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Who are the Philadelphia 76ers?
Name four items that should be inspected before operating.
Examples:
If your forklift begins tipping over, you should do this.
What is stay seated, hold on tightly, brace your feet, and lean away from the tip?
The document that outlines lift capacity limits is called this.
What is the data plate or capacity plate?
You arrive at a blind intersection with pedestrians working nearby. Name three actions you should take before proceeding.
Possible correct answers:
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