Preperation Workbook

Question 1

When should a forklift be checked for damage?

Answer 1

Before and after use

Question 2

List six items that you should check when undertaking a pre-operational check of the forklift

Answer 2

1/ wheels and tyres
2/ data plate
3/ logbook
4/ mast
5/ forks
6/ overhead guard

Question 3

List six startup checks that should be made before operating the forklift

Answer 3

1/ lights, front and rear
2/ indicators
3/ foot and handbrake operations
4/ reverse light and beeper
5/ horn operation
6/ hoist/tilt/shift operation

Question 4

Why is it important to communicate with workplace personnel before commencing work on site?

Answer 4

To know about hazards and possible risks associated, and know about control measures

Question 5

List six methods of communication that can be used in the workplace

Answer 5

1/ written
2/ signage
3/ verbally
4/ warning devices
5/ hand signals
6/ two-way radio

Question 6

If you are given unclear information about your work, what should you do?

Answer 6

ask workplace personnel/supervisors about your work before you commence operating the forklift

Question 7

Before commencing work, who should you consult with?

Answer 7

Supervisor, warehouse manager and workplace personnel

Question 8

Are you allowed to use a forklift that has a missing data plate?

Answer 8

No, as you won’t know what the forklifts capacity is

Question 9

What action should you take? If you find that the data plate is missing from the forklift.

Answer 9

Remove the key tag out report to supervisor and make a note in the logbook

Question 10

What does hazard mean?

Answer 10

Something that may cause harm or injury

Question 11

List six site hazards

Answer 11

1/ pedestrians
2/ machinery
3/ pallet racking
4/ roller door
5/ ceiling (beams, hanging lights)
6/ floor (wet, cracks)

Question 12

List six non-site hazards

Answer 12

1/ cars
2/ pedestrians
3/ whether (temperature, rain, lightning)
4/ machinery
5/ ground (uneven surface, slopes, wet)
6/ visibility

Question 13

What does risk mean?

Answer 13

What could happen to you when exposed to a hazard?

Question 14

What is the risk of refueling while the engine is running?

Answer 14

Fuel could ignite (catch on fire)

Question 15

Describe which way a loaded forklift should travel up a ramp and where your load should be facing

Answer 15

The forklift should travel forward up a ramp with the load in front (forks and load facing uphill)

Question 16

What might occur if you attempt to turn a forklift while on a ramp or sloping surface?

Answer 16

The forklift could tip over

Question 17

How high should your load be raised when traveling

Answer 17

Axle height, or as low to the ground as possible

Question 18

When should hazard controls be applied?

Answer 18

Before commencing your work or as soon as a hazard is identified during the work

Question 19

Why is it unsafe to operate a forklift with the load raised?

Answer 19

The forklift could tip over forwards

Question 20

What should be provided for the gap between a truck and the loading dock before shifting the load?

Answer 20

Dock, plates or bridge plates

Question 21

A pallet contains an unbalanced load with one and heavier than the other which end should be against the heel of the fork arms

Answer 21

The heaviest end should be up against the heel of the fork arms

Question 22

If a pallet appears to be unsafely stacked, what would you do before lifting it?

Answer 22

Restack the pallet, ensuring heaviest items are at the bottom and if required, secure the load with shrink wrap/strapping

Question 23

What should you do if you have to work closer than the minimum distance required when working near powerlines?

Answer 23

Contact the local electrical authority to make sure you have permission, get power shut off ( if possible.) have powerlines insulated, use a spotter

Question 24

List two things used to make powerlines more visible

Answer 24

1/ Tiger tales
2/ Power balls

Question 25

How can you find out what voltages the overhead powerlines are?

Answer 25

Call the local power company

Question 26

What should you do if you drive into and make contact with powerlines?

Answer 26

1/ warn people to stay away 2/ try to break away from powerlines 3/ stay in the forklift if safe. If not, exit the forklift and jump/shuffle 8 m away with feet together. 4/ do not touch any metal 5/ report to supervisor 6/ check forklift before reuse

Question 27

Why is it dangerous to operate internal combustion engines in restricted/confined spaces?

Answer 27

The fumes are harmful and can kill you

Question 28

Why must batteries be charged and well ventilated areas?

Answer 28

They release gases that is explosive when being charged . Ventilation helps prevent the explosive gases from exploding

Question 29

What would be the best forklift to use in confined spaces?

Answer 29

Electric forklifts

Question 30

Why should you constantly monitor the load movement when operating the forklift?

Answer 30

To ensure the load is stable to avoid losing the load or tip over the forklift

Question 31

List three control measures that you can apply for pedestrians, site, personnel, and vehicles or mobile equipment

Answer 31

1/ warning signs 2/ barriers 3/ flashing lights

Question 32

What must you have when working at night or in dark areas?

Answer 32

Adequate lighting

Question 33

What precautions can you take when operating on wet and slippery surfaces?

Answer 33

Slow down, break slowly, turn slowly, avoid using ramps/slopes

Question 34

Why should you not raise or lower load near or over people?

Answer 34

You could risk injury or death if the load falls on them

Question 35

Is it permissible to carry a load with one fork arm? Why?

Answer 35

No! It could cause the forklift to be unstable and loose load, tip forklift, damage forklift

Question 36

Is it permissible to carry passengers on a forklift? Why?

Answer 36

Only if the forklift is designed to do so, if not, no, the passenger could fall off

Question 37

How does a attachment affect the capacity of the forklift?

Answer 37

Attachments reduce the lifting capacity and some may even reduce the forklifts stability

Question 38

What can happen if the load is not hard up against the heel of the fork arms

Answer 38

The load will be too far outside of the fulcrum triangle, reducing capacity and stability of the forklift

Question 39

List three ways you could determine the weight of a load

Answer 39

1/ weigh each item and calculate the total weight, including the pallet itself 2/ check for markings / labels on the load, outlining the weight 3/ check the weigh bridge certificate

Question 40

What should you do if a Forklift is tipping over and you are inside the Forklift?

Answer 40

Stay in the Forklift and Brace yourself

Question 41

Where is the fulcrum (point of balance on the forklift? Indicate on this diagram:

Answer 41

Question 42

Look at the following, which load is within the capacity of the forklift rated at 4200kg at 600mm

Answer 42

Question 43

Where is the Load Centre Distance? Indicate in the diagram:

Answer 43

Question 44

List 5 reasons a Forklift may tip Forwards

Answer 44

1/ Driving with the load raised too high 2/ Braking too hard 3/ Driving too fast 4/ Driving Downhill with load facing forward 5/ Load not up against the heel of the forks

Question 45

List 5 reasons a Forklift may tip sideways

Answer 45

1/ Turning to fast 2/ Turning on ramps 3/ Turning with load raised 4/ Driving with uneven / unbalanced load 5/ Carrying the load on one fork.

Question 46

Why should a side shift attachment be centralised before travelling with a load?

Answer 46

To ensure the forklift and load is stable

Question 47

When using a different attachment, how will it affect the Forklift?

Answer 47

The load capacity will be reduced and the centre of gravity of the forklift will be affected.

Question 48

List 3 locations where you must not park a Forklift

Answer 48

1/ Near First Aid Stations 2/ Near Emergency Exits 3/ Near Fire Extinguishers / Fire Hoses 4/ Near Pedestrian Walkways

Question 49

Why should you remove the keys from a Forklift after use?

Answer 49

To prevent unauthorised use.

Question 50

What should you do if you notice a defect and / or damage to the Forklift?

Answer 50

Tag it out, Report to a Supervisor, Make a note in the Log Book

Question 51

List 3 things you should consider when parking the Forklift.

Answer 51

1/ Put Gear in Neutral 2/ Apply Handbrake 3/ Tilt Forks Forward and lower to the ground 4/ Switch off 5/ Remove Keys

Question 52

What is your duty of care as a HRW Operator?

Answer 52

Take care of your own safety and the safety of others.

Question 53

List 3 things an employer can do to ensure the health and safety of workers

Answer 53

1/ provide a safe workplace 2/ provide safe working equipment 3/ provide safe working systems 4/ provide safe facilities 5/ provide training

Question 54

List 3 sources where you can find information about health and safety

Answer 54

1/ Operators Manual 2/ Safety Policies 3/ Australian Standards 4/ Safe Work Procedures (SWP's)

Question 55

How can a HRW operator be penalised if they fail to operate the forklift safely?

Answer 55

HRWL suspended, cancelled or refused to be renewed.

Question 56

What should you check on wheels and tyres?

Answer 56

Wheel nuts are tightened properly, tyres aren't worn down and have even tread, no chucks of rubber missing and if tyres are pneumatic, make sure they are not deflated.

Question 57

If you are driving with a large load and your view is obstructed, what should you do?

Answer 57

Drive in reverse, or have a spotter to help direct you when driving forwards.

Question 58

Name the following attachments using the table below

Answer 58

Question 59

How can a weather report help you at work?

Answer 59

Help to schedule the work tasks and plan for risk control measures