Test Flashcards
What are some safety tips to reduce risks while loading?
- Hi Viz clothing
- Cones in loading area
- Truck parked relatively level
- Safety Marshal if possible
- Truck driver in safe and visible position
- Mind other road users
Max distance load may extend past side of forklift
200mm
A forklift must display the following to be driven legally on a road?
A registration plate, licence label, a WOF
What is the definition of a road?
Any place the public have access, whether as of right or not
What is the GLW of a Class 2?
More than 18000kg
What is the GLW (Gross Laden Weight) for Class 1?
Less than 18000kg
What are some factors that may affect the safe loading of the truck?
- Poor weather conditions
- Poor light conditions
- Poor road conditions
- Other road users
- Forklift not inspected
- The operator
Max Height
4.3m or any lesser height to clear any construction or wire legally over the road
Max vehicle width
2.55m or 1.275m from the longitudinal centre line of the vehicle
Max front overhang
3m
Max weight allowed on front axle
6000kg
Max weight allowed on front axle with twin tyres
8200kg
Where can you find a ‘plain English’ interpretation of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004?
The Road Code
Where do you find the requirements for the safety loads on vehicles?
The Truck Loading Code
Where do you find the regulations for driving a forklift on a road?
The Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004
