Forklift Training List UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Retraining of Forklift Certification must occur - CORRECT 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - 7 classes of trucks
that are based upon their basic functions and characteristics
Class 1 - CORRECT ANSWER - Electric counterbalanced - No exhaust, often used
indoors
Class 2 - CORRECT ANSWER - Narrow aisle lift trucks and order pickers - if operator is
raised, must use fall protection
Class 3 - CORRECT 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - Solid Rubber Tired Combustion Fueled counterbalanced
forklift. Only used on smooth surfaces. asphalt or concrete
Class 5 - CORRECT ANSWER - Pneumatic tired combustion fueled counterbalanced
forklifts. Can be used on unpaved surfaces, but not rough terrain
Class 6 - CORRECT ANSWER - Tow - Vehicles like those used at airports to pull planes
and luggage carts. Do not lift loads
, Class 7 - CORRECT ANSWER - Counterbalanced, rough terrain forklift, Commonly used
on construction jobsites.
You may only operate the - CORRECT ANSWER - that you have been trained to operate
Designated Locations - CORRECT ANSWER - All trucks have hazardous location
designations
Designation locations inform operators if the truck may be used in various - CORRECT
ANSWER - flammable, combustible, or hazardous areas.
Equipment inspections should occur at the - CORRECT ANSWER - beginning of each
shift and the vehicle should be taken out of service if anything is found to be defective.
To assist with the inspection you should use an - CORRECT ANSWER - inspection form
provided by your employer .
Checklists may also be obtained in the - CORRECT ANSWER - Operator's manual, from
the equipment manufacturer, or a sample checklist has accompanied this training program
The inspection checklist should address all safety items - CORRECT ANSWER -
including lights, horn, brakes, backup alarms, and seatbelts
Other items to include on inspection checklist are any - CORRECT ANSWER - moving
parts, load supporting parts (mast, chains, and carriage), fluid levels, tires, steering, overhead
guard, backrest and any other items recommended by the manufacturer of equipment.
First items to be inspected are those that are checked - CORRECT ANSWER - without the
engine running
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Retraining of Forklift Certification must occur - CORRECT 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - 7 classes of trucks
that are based upon their basic functions and characteristics
Class 1 - CORRECT ANSWER - Electric counterbalanced - No exhaust, often used
indoors
Class 2 - CORRECT ANSWER - Narrow aisle lift trucks and order pickers - if operator is
raised, must use fall protection
Class 3 - CORRECT 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 - CORRECT ANSWER - Solid Rubber Tired Combustion Fueled counterbalanced
forklift. Only used on smooth surfaces. asphalt or concrete
Class 5 - CORRECT ANSWER - Pneumatic tired combustion fueled counterbalanced
forklifts. Can be used on unpaved surfaces, but not rough terrain
Class 6 - CORRECT ANSWER - Tow - Vehicles like those used at airports to pull planes
and luggage carts. Do not lift loads
, Class 7 - CORRECT ANSWER - Counterbalanced, rough terrain forklift, Commonly used
on construction jobsites.
You may only operate the - CORRECT ANSWER - that you have been trained to operate
Designated Locations - CORRECT ANSWER - All trucks have hazardous location
designations
Designation locations inform operators if the truck may be used in various - CORRECT
ANSWER - flammable, combustible, or hazardous areas.
Equipment inspections should occur at the - CORRECT ANSWER - beginning of each
shift and the vehicle should be taken out of service if anything is found to be defective.
To assist with the inspection you should use an - CORRECT ANSWER - inspection form
provided by your employer .
Checklists may also be obtained in the - CORRECT ANSWER - Operator's manual, from
the equipment manufacturer, or a sample checklist has accompanied this training program
The inspection checklist should address all safety items - CORRECT ANSWER -
including lights, horn, brakes, backup alarms, and seatbelts
Other items to include on inspection checklist are any - CORRECT ANSWER - moving
parts, load supporting parts (mast, chains, and carriage), fluid levels, tires, steering, overhead
guard, backrest and any other items recommended by the manufacturer of equipment.
First items to be inspected are those that are checked - CORRECT ANSWER - without the
engine running
