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Preperation Workbook Flashcards

1
Q

When should a forklift be checked for damage?

A

Before and after use

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2
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List six items that you should check when undertaking a pre-operational check of the forklift

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

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3
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List six startup checks that should be made before operating the forklift

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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

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4
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Why is it important to communicate with workplace personnel before commencing work on site?

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

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5
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List six methods of communication that can be used in the workplace

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

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6
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If you are given unclear information about your work, what should you do?

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

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7
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Before commencing work, who should you consult with?

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Supervisor, warehouse manager and workplace personnel

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8
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Are you allowed to use a forklift that has a missing data plate?

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

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9
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What action should you take? If you find that the data plate is missing from the forklift.

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

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10
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What does hazard mean?

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Something that may cause harm or injury

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11
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List six site hazards

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

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12
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List six non-site hazards

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

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13
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What does risk mean?

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What could happen to you when exposed to a hazard?

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14
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What is the risk of refueling while the engine is running?

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Fuel could ignite (catch on fire)

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15
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Describe which way a loaded forklift should travel up a ramp and where your load should be facing

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

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16
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What might occur if you attempt to turn a forklift while on a ramp or sloping surface?

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The forklift could tip over

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17
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How high should your load be raised when traveling

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Axle height, or as low to the ground as possible

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18
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When should hazard controls be applied?

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

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19
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Why is it unsafe to operate a forklift with the load raised?

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The forklift could tip over forwards

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20
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What should be provided for the gap between a truck and the loading dock before shifting the load?

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Dock, plates or bridge plates

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21
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A pallet contains an unbalanced load with one and heavier than the other which end should be against the heel of the fork arms

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

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22
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If a pallet appears to be unsafely stacked, what would you do before lifting it?

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

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23
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What should you do if you have to work closer than the minimum distance required when working near powerlines?

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

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24
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List two things used to make powerlines more visible

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1/ Tiger tales
2/ Power balls

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25
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How can you find out what voltages the overhead powerlines are?

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Call the local power company

26
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What should you do if you drive into and make contact with powerlines?

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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

27
Q

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

A

The fumes are harmful and can kill you

28
Q

Why must batteries be charged and well ventilated areas?

A

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

29
Q

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

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Electric forklifts

30
Q

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

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

31
Q

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

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1/ warning signs
2/ barriers
3/ flashing lights

32
Q

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

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Adequate lighting

33
Q

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

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

34
Q

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

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

35
Q

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

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No!

It could cause the forklift to be unstable and loose load, tip forklift, damage forklift

36
Q

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

A

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

37
Q

How does a attachment affect the capacity of the forklift?

A

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

38
Q

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

A

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

39
Q

List three ways you could determine the weight of a load

A

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

40
Q

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

A

Stay in the Forklift and Brace yourself

41
Q

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

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42
Q

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

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43
Q

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

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44
Q

List 5 reasons a Forklift may tip Forwards

A

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

45
Q

List 5 reasons a Forklift may tip sideways

A

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.

46
Q

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

A

To ensure the forklift and load is stable

47
Q

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

A

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

48
Q

List 3 locations where you must not park a Forklift

A

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

49
Q

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

A

To prevent unauthorised use.

50
Q

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

A

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

51
Q

List 3 things you should consider when parking the Forklift.

A

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

52
Q

What is your duty of care as a HRW Operator?

A

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

53
Q

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

A

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

54
Q

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

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

55
Q

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

A

HRWL suspended, cancelled or refused to be renewed.

56
Q

What should you check on wheels and tyres?

A

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.

57
Q

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

A

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

58
Q

Name the following attachments using the table below

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59
Q

How can a weather report help you at work?

A

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

60
Q
A

Forklift (8 decks)

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