NSW Forklift Exam Practice Questions and 100% correct
answers |Graded A+ (2026/2027)
What is meant by the term "rated capacity" for a forklift? - answer -The WEIGHT a forklift can
safely lift at given HEIGHTS and LOAD CENTRES
Are you allowed to add additional counterweights without referring to the manufacturer?
Yes/No - answer -No
How could you determines the weight of a load? (List 3) - answer -1) Weight the load
2) Check for weight markings
3) Check consignment notes
What should you do if a forklift is tipping over? (List 2) - answer -1) Don't jump off
2) Brace yourself
List 5 causes of tipping the forklift sideways - answer -1) Uneven load
2) Uneven surface
3) Driving too fast
4) Turning too fast
5) Turning on a ramp
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,List 5 causes of tipping the forklift forward and backward - answer -1) Uneven load
2) Uneven surfaces
3) Driving too fast
4) Overloading
5) Severe braking
Why should a side shift attachment be centralised before travelling with a load? - answer -To
keep forklift stable and to avoid losing the load
Name 3 locations that you should not park a forklift - answer -1) First aid station
2) Emergency exits
3) Anywhere blocking traffic
Why should you remove the keys from a forklift truck after use? - answer -To prevent
unauthorised use
What should you do if you notice a defect and/or damage to a forklift? (list 3 actions) - answer -
1) Remove key
2) Tag out of service
3) Record in log book
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, List 5 steps required when shutting down and parking a forklift - answer -1) Apply hand brake
2) Put into neutral
3) Fork arms lowered to the ground
4) Remove keys
5) Turn off gas
What important information do you need to communicate in the event of an emergency? (List
3) - answer -1) The type of emergency
2) The location of the emergency
3) Who is involved
Whom should you contact in the event of an emergency? (List 3) - answer -1) Supervisor
2) Other workers
3) 000
List 2 legal duties you have as a forklift (HRW) driver - answer -1) Operate with care
2) Ensure safety of YOURSELF and OTHERS
What evidence is needed to perform high risk work? - answer -Current HRW license
How can an HRW license holder be penalised if they fail to perform their work safely? - answer -
1) Fine
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answers |Graded A+ (2026/2027)
What is meant by the term "rated capacity" for a forklift? - answer -The WEIGHT a forklift can
safely lift at given HEIGHTS and LOAD CENTRES
Are you allowed to add additional counterweights without referring to the manufacturer?
Yes/No - answer -No
How could you determines the weight of a load? (List 3) - answer -1) Weight the load
2) Check for weight markings
3) Check consignment notes
What should you do if a forklift is tipping over? (List 2) - answer -1) Don't jump off
2) Brace yourself
List 5 causes of tipping the forklift sideways - answer -1) Uneven load
2) Uneven surface
3) Driving too fast
4) Turning too fast
5) Turning on a ramp
1|Page
,List 5 causes of tipping the forklift forward and backward - answer -1) Uneven load
2) Uneven surfaces
3) Driving too fast
4) Overloading
5) Severe braking
Why should a side shift attachment be centralised before travelling with a load? - answer -To
keep forklift stable and to avoid losing the load
Name 3 locations that you should not park a forklift - answer -1) First aid station
2) Emergency exits
3) Anywhere blocking traffic
Why should you remove the keys from a forklift truck after use? - answer -To prevent
unauthorised use
What should you do if you notice a defect and/or damage to a forklift? (list 3 actions) - answer -
1) Remove key
2) Tag out of service
3) Record in log book
2|Page
, List 5 steps required when shutting down and parking a forklift - answer -1) Apply hand brake
2) Put into neutral
3) Fork arms lowered to the ground
4) Remove keys
5) Turn off gas
What important information do you need to communicate in the event of an emergency? (List
3) - answer -1) The type of emergency
2) The location of the emergency
3) Who is involved
Whom should you contact in the event of an emergency? (List 3) - answer -1) Supervisor
2) Other workers
3) 000
List 2 legal duties you have as a forklift (HRW) driver - answer -1) Operate with care
2) Ensure safety of YOURSELF and OTHERS
What evidence is needed to perform high risk work? - answer -Current HRW license
How can an HRW license holder be penalised if they fail to perform their work safely? - answer -
1) Fine
3|Page
