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General Operations Flashcards

1
Q

what are some ways you can determine the weight of a load (at least 4)

A
  1. weigh bridge note
  2. weigh the load
  3. weight appears on load
  4. calculate the load
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2
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If your vision is obstructed by the load, list 4 ways you can still safely move a load

A
  1. drive in reverse
  2. use a spotter
  3. repack load
  4. use mirrors
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3
Q

during forklift operations why is it important you monitor the load?

A

the load could fall off and the forklift could tip over

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4
Q

what way must the load face when you are driving up a ramp?

A

load facing up the ramp

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5
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When the forklift is loaded explain why it is unsafe to turn the forklift on a sloping surface? 2 reasons

A
  1. load could fall off

2. forklift could tip over

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6
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Why must you never raise a load over or near people?

A

the load cold fall causing injury or death

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7
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Are you permitted to carry other people on the forklift? explain.

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Not unless the forklift is designed to do so

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8
Q

If you are travelling with the load raised explain what is at risk of happening?

A

the forklift is at risk of tipping over

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9
Q

What is considered a safe height of a load and fork arms during travel?

A

at axel height

low to ground as possible

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10
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what could happen to the forklift arm, forklift and load if you were to carry a load with only one fork arm?

A
  1. form arm could stress and bend
  2. forklift could tip over
  3. load could fall off
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11
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List 4 causes that can make a forklift tip over sideways?

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  1. turn at speed
  2. turn while braking hard
  3. turn on ramp
  4. turn on uneven surface
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12
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Other than forklift tynes/forks list other types of attachments that can fit onto a forklift (4 types)

A
  1. drum clamp
  2. jib attachment
  3. carpet spike
  4. fork slippers
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13
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List 6 causes that can cause a forklift to tip forward

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  1. speed
  2. overload
  3. load carried forward on fork arms
  4. hard braking
  5. driving with load raised
  6. driving loaded with the forks tilted forward
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14
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what are 2 safety procedures you can implement if you’re involved in a rollover of a forklift?

A
  1. lean away from point of impact

2. brace yourself and remain in forklift until it is safe to exit

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15
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why must you wear a seatbelt if the forklift is fitted with one?

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  1. to stop the operator from falling out

2. stops the operator being propelled into the structure of the forklift

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16
Q

explain or indicate on the diagram where the balance point of the forklift is

A

the point of balance is where the front tyres touch the ground

17
Q

for what reasons (list 2) must you centralise a side shift attachment before travelling?

A
  1. maintain stability of load

2. maintain stability of forklift

18
Q

when stacking a load to be transported by a forklift what are some things you should consider about stacking the load before picking it up? List 3 things

A
  1. loads stacked on firm level site
  2. heavy goods placed at the bottom
  3. load not become unstable due to height
19
Q

list 2 different types of plates you can use between a truck and a loading dock

A
  1. bridging plate

2. dock plate

20
Q

if you are required to find the rated capacity for the forklift, where would you locate this?

A

forklift data plate

21
Q

You are required to use a jib attachment to move a load, explain the effect on the forklift the jib attachment would have (4 effects)

A
  1. reduce load capacity
  2. change centre of gravity
  3. reduce stability of the forklift
  4. swing load
22
Q

explain 3 things you would do as an operator if there was a failure with the forklift during operations;

A
  1. take key
  2. tag forklift
  3. report to supervisor
23
Q

explain the effect the load will have on the forklift if you do not carry the load hard against the heel of the fork arms

A

forklifts capacity is reduced

forklift could tip

24
Q

when reading a data place, what is the measurement that is most commonly written for load centre distance?

A

600mm

25
Q

list 4 places you would never park a forklift after operating

A
  1. doorways
  2. first aid stations
  3. walk ways
  4. fire fighting equipment
26
Q

at the completion of work what are 4 safety operational steps during parking you should do before leaving the forklift?

A
  1. lower the fork arms down
  2. put forklift in neutral
  3. apply hand brake
  4. remove the key
27
Q

for what reason do you remove the forklift key after operating?

A

to prevent unauthorised use

28
Q

Explain or indicate the meaning of load centre distance

A

the distance from the vertical face of the forks to the lands centre of gravity

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