Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are some risks on site - Correct Answer- Uneven ground- potholes
Slopes
Other people in tractors
What does PPE include - Correct Answer- Non snag clothing
Steel toe caps
Appropriate gloves
Legal requirements to operate forklift - Correct Answer- Inspection and certificate through
PUWER and LOLER
Vehicles fitted with FOPS (steel bars on roof) and ROPS (roll cage)
Machine suitable for job
Machine properly maintained
Risk assessment
Responsibilities of fork lift truck driver - Correct Answer- Operate machine safely in line
with legal and operational requirements
Ensure load is secured and undamaged
two problems when preparing forklift for use - Correct Answer- Unsafe condition to use
Minor mechanical issues
- fix if cabable and report to line manager
Which person is responsible for allocating equipment or task - Correct Answer- Line manager
How to obtain info on previous problems - Correct Answer- Vehicle check sheet