Forklift Certification Review Questions
and Answers 100% Correct
When should you inspect a forklift? - ANSWER - Before the start of each shift for any condition
that would adversely affect the safe operation of the truck.
As the center of gravity moves outside the stability triangle... - ANSWER - the less stability the
truck has.
The best way to check the load capacity of the truck is... - ANSWER - to check the ID plate
How close to the travel surface should the forks be when traveling? - ANSWER - 4"
When is a lift truck considered to be "unattended"? - ANSWER - When the operator can not see
the truck or is more than 25ft. away from the truck.
When you look all around the truck for hazards, fixed objects, and other workers - not just in the
direction of travel this is called ______________________. - ANSWER - Scanning
The area around the truck, including above and below is the _______________________. -
ANSWER - Cushion of Safety
You can communicate when using the truck by... - ANSWER - Using the horn, lights, and
position of the truck
When picking up a palletized load, what is the proper position of the forks to insure maximum
load stability? - ANSWER - They should be set wide enough.
If the center of gravity moves outside the ____________________ it will adversely affect
braking and steering and may cause the truck to tip over. - ANSWER - stability triangle
If you detect a mechanical defect you should... - ANSWER - remove the truck from service
and Answers 100% Correct
When should you inspect a forklift? - ANSWER - Before the start of each shift for any condition
that would adversely affect the safe operation of the truck.
As the center of gravity moves outside the stability triangle... - ANSWER - the less stability the
truck has.
The best way to check the load capacity of the truck is... - ANSWER - to check the ID plate
How close to the travel surface should the forks be when traveling? - ANSWER - 4"
When is a lift truck considered to be "unattended"? - ANSWER - When the operator can not see
the truck or is more than 25ft. away from the truck.
When you look all around the truck for hazards, fixed objects, and other workers - not just in the
direction of travel this is called ______________________. - ANSWER - Scanning
The area around the truck, including above and below is the _______________________. -
ANSWER - Cushion of Safety
You can communicate when using the truck by... - ANSWER - Using the horn, lights, and
position of the truck
When picking up a palletized load, what is the proper position of the forks to insure maximum
load stability? - ANSWER - They should be set wide enough.
If the center of gravity moves outside the ____________________ it will adversely affect
braking and steering and may cause the truck to tip over. - ANSWER - stability triangle
If you detect a mechanical defect you should... - ANSWER - remove the truck from service
