Forklift Cert. UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
What type of forklift accident is most likely to lead to a fatality? - CORRECT ANSWER -
operator being crushed by tipped or overturned forklift
PIT - CORRECT ANSWER - (powered industrial truck)Another name for forklift
Backrest - CORRECT ANSWER - forklift component that keeps the load from falling
towards the operator
Three points that make up stability triangle - CORRECT ANSWER - two front wheels and
pivot point of back axle
drive a forklift in reverse - CORRECT ANSWER - When load is obstructing forward
vision
Pivoting rear axle - CORRECT ANSWER - Feature of a forklift that makes the rear of the
vehicle swing wide on turns
Environmental hazards when operating a forklift - CORRECT ANSWER - Narrow aisle
pedestrian
muddy ground
carrying load up a ramp onto trailer - CORRECT ANSWER - Driving forward, forks
lowered as much as possible, load pointed upgrades
How frequently must an employer evaluate a forklift operator on job skills and safety practices -
CORRECT ANSWER - Every three years
, Forklift safety awareness training topics - CORRECT ANSWER - equipment overview
common hazards
& safety regulations
Basic operation training - CORRECT ANSWER - hands on training on how to start, stop,
and turn forklift,
raise and lower load
Responsible for certifying a worker is qualified to drive a forklift - CORRECT ANSWER -
workers employer
Refresher training - CORRECT ANSWER - Equipment overview, potential hazards, safety
regulations
Job specific training - CORRECT ANSWER - Forklift types and environmental hazards
present at a workers job site
Most forklift accidents - CORRECT ANSWER - happen when people don't follow safe
forklift operating practices
Carriage - CORRECT ANSWER - Vertical structure that forks are attached to
mast - CORRECT ANSWER - Vertical support system that allows load to be raised or
lowered
Hydraulic lift cylinder - CORRECT ANSWER - supplies the power to lift the load
Hydraulic lift system - CORRECT ANSWER - made up of carriage, mast, and lift cylinder
Questions and CORRECT Answers
What type of forklift accident is most likely to lead to a fatality? - CORRECT ANSWER -
operator being crushed by tipped or overturned forklift
PIT - CORRECT ANSWER - (powered industrial truck)Another name for forklift
Backrest - CORRECT ANSWER - forklift component that keeps the load from falling
towards the operator
Three points that make up stability triangle - CORRECT ANSWER - two front wheels and
pivot point of back axle
drive a forklift in reverse - CORRECT ANSWER - When load is obstructing forward
vision
Pivoting rear axle - CORRECT ANSWER - Feature of a forklift that makes the rear of the
vehicle swing wide on turns
Environmental hazards when operating a forklift - CORRECT ANSWER - Narrow aisle
pedestrian
muddy ground
carrying load up a ramp onto trailer - CORRECT ANSWER - Driving forward, forks
lowered as much as possible, load pointed upgrades
How frequently must an employer evaluate a forklift operator on job skills and safety practices -
CORRECT ANSWER - Every three years
, Forklift safety awareness training topics - CORRECT ANSWER - equipment overview
common hazards
& safety regulations
Basic operation training - CORRECT ANSWER - hands on training on how to start, stop,
and turn forklift,
raise and lower load
Responsible for certifying a worker is qualified to drive a forklift - CORRECT ANSWER -
workers employer
Refresher training - CORRECT ANSWER - Equipment overview, potential hazards, safety
regulations
Job specific training - CORRECT ANSWER - Forklift types and environmental hazards
present at a workers job site
Most forklift accidents - CORRECT ANSWER - happen when people don't follow safe
forklift operating practices
Carriage - CORRECT ANSWER - Vertical structure that forks are attached to
mast - CORRECT ANSWER - Vertical support system that allows load to be raised or
lowered
Hydraulic lift cylinder - CORRECT ANSWER - supplies the power to lift the load
Hydraulic lift system - CORRECT ANSWER - made up of carriage, mast, and lift cylinder
