Get your forklift operator certification by studying these practice questions and answers. This guide covers safe forklift operation, load handling, pre-operation inspections, and OSHA forklift safety requirements.
Q: If you are moving, the forks should be kept just high enough to clear any obstructions on the floor.
Answer: False
Q: The LPG fuel cylinder valve may be left open during the day as long as it is closed at the end of the day.
Answer: False
Q: When refueling an LPG lift truck, you should use safety eyewear protection and chemical resistant protective gloves.
Answer: True
Q: You should make certain that the trailer rear wheels are chocked before loading or unloading a trailer.
Answer: True
Q: Only trained and authorized operators are permitted to operate a powered industrial truck.
Answer: True
Q: Under certain conditions operators are permitted to walk or work under elevated forks or loads.
Answer: False
Q: A truck is considered unattended when it is within the operators view but more than ten feet away from the operator.
Answer: False
Q: When you park your truck, park it in front of a stairway so fire fighters can get to it quickly.
Answer: False
Q: If your load blocks your view when approaching a loading dock, you can get out and look then proceed with caution or, use a spotter.
Answer: True
Q: When going up or down a ramp with a loaded truck, you must travel with the load upgrade.
Answer: True
Q: Unloaded trucks should be operated on all grades with the forks / load engaging attachment downhill.
Answer: True
Q: Pedestrians should be aware of the lift truck activity in their work area because lift trucks have the right-of-way.
Answer: False
Q: It is okay to operate a lift truck that needs repair as long as you know what is defective.
Answer: False
Q: Never let personnel ride on the forks of your lift truck.
Answer: True
Q: A load should be transported 4″ off the floor.
Answer: True
Q: It is okay to leave the truck unattended with the forks raised.
Answer: False
Q: Personnel platforms used with a lift truck must be attached to the carriage and must have a guard rail surrounding the platform.
Answer: True
Q: When transporting personnel, make sure that their hands are firmly gripping the backrest and they are standing on both forks.
Answer: False
Q: A Pre-Start Safety Inspection should be performed before using the truck.
Answer: True
Q: LPG fuel vapors are lighter than air.
Answer: False