Forklifts: Module 22107 UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Due to liability concerns, insurance guidelines, and OSHA requirements, forklift operators are
required to be ________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Trained
Before operating a forklift, the operator should be familiar with the forklift's ________. -
CORRECT ANSWER - Operator manual
What items should be kept by the forklift operator as proof of appropriate training? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Certifications or course completions
What is a key trait that safe operators always possess when driving a forklift? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Alert
True or False: Regular inspections play an important role in forklift safety. - CORRECT
ANSWER - True
Before refueling a forklift, the operator should ________. - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn
the engine off and avoid smoking
True or False: Hand signals are nice for a forklift operator to know, but not required. -
CORRECT ANSWER - False
True or False: There are some situations where OSHA regulations allow passengers to ride on a
forklift or be lifted on the forks. - CORRECT ANSWER - False
, The ________ is a distinguishing feature of SDCB forklifts. - CORRECT ANSWER -
Vertical mast
What is the primary difference between the different types of masts? - CORRECT
ANSWER - The number of sections
________ are all factors that influence what mast type is chosen for a job. - CORRECT
ANSWER - Workspace, ceiling height, shelf/rack height, and load size
The mast of a vertical-mast forklift can be tilted ________. - CORRECT ANSWER - 10
degrees rearward
The drive wheels on a conventional forklift are _________. - CORRECT ANSWER - The
larger set of tires closest to the mast
What is the purpose of the two brake pedals found on conventional IC-powered forklifts? -
CORRECT ANSWER - One brake pedal is used for regular braking; the other is used to
disengage the transmission, then brake
What are the categories of movement controls found in the operator's cab? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Vehicle and mast
Forklift switches can be mechanical or electrical and typically ________ critical functions. -
CORRECT ANSWER - Connect or disconnect
True or False: Leaving the ignition key in the On position without the engine running can drain
the machine's battery. - CORRECT ANSWER - True
Which of the following is a forklift attachment?
a. Carriage
b. Extension boom