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Retraining of Forklift Certification must occur - ANSWER-1. When involved in an
accident or near miss
2. The operator is observed driving in an unsafe manner
3. The operating conditions or equipment changes
4. At least every 3 years
Powered Industrial Trucks are divided into - ANSWER-7 classes of trucks that are
based upon their basic functions and characteristics
Class 1 - ANSWER-Electric counterbalanced - No exhaust, often used indoors
Class 2 - ANSWER-Narrow aisle lift trucks and order pickers - if operator is raised, must
use fall protection
Class 3 - ANSWER-Electric powered hand trucks often called "pallet jacks" Only
includes powered pallet jacks. Some are walk-behind and some may be ridden
Class 4 - ANSWER-Solid Rubber Tired Combustion Fueled counterbalanced forklift.
Only used on smooth surfaces. asphalt or concrete
Class 5 - ANSWER-Pneumatic tired combustion fueled counterbalanced forklifts. Can
be used on unpaved surfaces, but not rough terrain
Class 6 - ANSWER-Tow - Vehicles like those used at airports to pull planes and
luggage carts. Do not lift loads
Class 7 - ANSWER-Counterbalanced, rough terrain forklift, Commonly used on
construction jobsites.
You may only operate the - ANSWER-that you have been trained to operate
Designated Locations - ANSWER-All trucks have hazardous location designations
Designation locations inform operators if the truck may be used in various - ANSWER-
flammable, combustible, or hazardous areas.
Equipment inspections should occur at the - ANSWER-beginning of each shift and the
vehicle should be taken out of service if anything is found to be defective.