Material Safety
Only in a boom lift, scissor lift, or other equipment designed for that purpose.
What is the only acceptable way to lift a human?
The Operator.
What is the most important safety device on the forklift?
Speed limit on the shop floor.
What is 7 kph (or 4 mph)?
Must be done by the operator each shift before driving.
What is a daily inspection (or OK to start)?
Drive backwards.
What is how you should drive if the load is blocking your view?
Where the load capacity of the forklift can be found.
What is the data plate?
Don't jump, stay in your seat, grip the wheel securely and brace yourself with your feet
What should you do if the forklift starts to tip over?
Take passengers on the forklift.
What is something you must never do?
At the beginning of each shift.
What is when inspections must be done?
4-6 inches from the floor.
What is the ideal height for the forks when you are transporting a load?
The body (truck), overhead guard and the lift.
What are the 3 major parts of the forklift?
Take it out of service and notify a supervisor.
What is the procedure if a problem is found during the inspection?
Establish this when pedestrians are near your forklift.
What is eye contact?
Lift the load one or two inches and turn wheels.
What is verifying the capacity?
Drive Forward, the operator will always transport the load on the upside of a ramp or grade.
What is what you should you do when traveling up a ramp with a load?
Disengage the clutch and rev up the motor to gain lift power.
What does the inching pedal allow you to do?
The proper location for forklift keys when not in use.
What is taken out of the ignition and placed in the box?
If distracted employee is not aware you are nearby with forklift.
What is sound your horn?
A safe operating speed.
What is no faster than a quick walking pace?
Where you can find information about transportation regulations for chemicals.
What is section 14 of the SDS?
The Fulcrum.
What is the name for the center of gravity for the forklift?
Inspect the floor of the trailer to insure that it will support the forklift and the load, chock the wheels of the trailer, make sure that dock plates, boards and ramps are in place and secure.
What is things you should do before loading or unloading a truck?
Both pedestrians and drivers.
Who is reponsible for forklift safety?
Every 3 years.
What is how often recertification is required?