Forklift license CORRECT QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS(RATED A+)
Who can operate forklifts? - ANSWERtrained and authorized workers with a valid
hoisting license(if the state mandates one)
How many people are permitted to ride on a forklift? - ANSWERonly the operator
Forklifts typically have what type of suspension? - ANSWERthree point suspension
How often should operators inspect their forklift? - ANSWEREvery shift inspect the
forklift
Who has the right of way? - ANSWERpedestrians have right away
What's the first thing you do before driving into a trailer? - ANSWERadvise the
supervisor that you are entering the trailer and make sure the rear trailer wheels are
chocked
How high should a load be carried? - ANSWERhigh enough to clear any bumps on
the floor
When traveling down a ramp or incline.... - ANSWERback down when loaded and
use the same gear you would to climb the incline
How soon should repair be made to a forklift? - ANSWERrepair the unit before it's
used
When is it OK to travel with a load raised more than a few inches? - ANSWERnever
travel with a load raised a few inches
The minimum distance the forks should extend into the pallet is...? - ANSWERall the
way extended
Gas or diesel spills...? - ANSWERshould be cleaned up immediately following proper
safety percautions
Are you allowed to hoist personnel on your forks? - ANSWERonly in an approved
work platform fitted
Are fork extensions permitted where a load is to long? - ANSWERonly if authorized
by the manufacturer
A fault occurs while driving your forklift. What action do you take? - ANSWERpark
the forklift as safely as possible and follow company procedures, or remove its key
and report the fault to your supevisor
& ANSWERS(RATED A+)
Who can operate forklifts? - ANSWERtrained and authorized workers with a valid
hoisting license(if the state mandates one)
How many people are permitted to ride on a forklift? - ANSWERonly the operator
Forklifts typically have what type of suspension? - ANSWERthree point suspension
How often should operators inspect their forklift? - ANSWEREvery shift inspect the
forklift
Who has the right of way? - ANSWERpedestrians have right away
What's the first thing you do before driving into a trailer? - ANSWERadvise the
supervisor that you are entering the trailer and make sure the rear trailer wheels are
chocked
How high should a load be carried? - ANSWERhigh enough to clear any bumps on
the floor
When traveling down a ramp or incline.... - ANSWERback down when loaded and
use the same gear you would to climb the incline
How soon should repair be made to a forklift? - ANSWERrepair the unit before it's
used
When is it OK to travel with a load raised more than a few inches? - ANSWERnever
travel with a load raised a few inches
The minimum distance the forks should extend into the pallet is...? - ANSWERall the
way extended
Gas or diesel spills...? - ANSWERshould be cleaned up immediately following proper
safety percautions
Are you allowed to hoist personnel on your forks? - ANSWERonly in an approved
work platform fitted
Are fork extensions permitted where a load is to long? - ANSWERonly if authorized
by the manufacturer
A fault occurs while driving your forklift. What action do you take? - ANSWERpark
the forklift as safely as possible and follow company procedures, or remove its key
and report the fault to your supevisor
