You have 45 minutes to answer 20 multiple choice forklift theory test questions. You need to answer at least 18 out of 20 questions correctly to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!
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1. Which of the following is NOT something a forklift operator must do during pre-use inspection?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: All required checks must be completed and recorded, and any defects reported.
Explanation: All required checks must be completed and recorded, and any defects reported.
2. Which of the following is NOT a duty all employees must take on under the Health and Safety at Work Act?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Reporting serious incidents to the HSE is not the responsibility of all employees.
Explanation: Reporting serious incidents to the HSE is not the responsibility of all employees.
3. Which THREE of the following are checks that must be run on mast lift chains?
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Correct Answer: A, C, D
Explanation: You must ensure chains are not defective, and that they are well lubricated with the tension evenly distributed across them.
Explanation: You must ensure chains are not defective, and that they are well lubricated with the tension evenly distributed across them.
4. Why is soft ground hazardous for a loaded forklift?
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Correct Answer: B, D
Explanation: Soft ground can cause a loaded forklift to sink or tip over.
Explanation: Soft ground can cause a loaded forklift to sink or tip over.
5. Which THREE of the following describe why working in confined spaces can be dangerous?
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Correct Answer: A, B, C
Explanation: Confined spaces can create dangerous conditions: fumes and gases can build up, people are at risk from work taking place closer to them, and visibility is often restricted. Slow work is not a hazard - it is more likely a sign that work is being done safely.
Explanation: Confined spaces can create dangerous conditions: fumes and gases can build up, people are at risk from work taking place closer to them, and visibility is often restricted. Slow work is not a hazard - it is more likely a sign that work is being done safely.
6. Your project site is on a hill, which you will be driving up and down in your forklift. What is generally the safest way of doing this?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: As a general rule, it is safest to keep the heaviest part of the forklift on the uphill side to avoid it tipping over. You should, however, refer to the manufacturer recommendations where possible.
Explanation: As a general rule, it is safest to keep the heaviest part of the forklift on the uphill side to avoid it tipping over. You should, however, refer to the manufacturer recommendations where possible.
7. Why is it useful for a plant operator to gain a card or qualification?
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Correct Answer: B, D
Explanation: Qualifications serve as proof of an operator's skills - this will help them gain employment, and move ahead in their career.
Explanation: Qualifications serve as proof of an operator's skills - this will help them gain employment, and move ahead in their career.
8. You will be driving a forklift onto a transporter so it can be moved between sites. This is a significant loading operation - who is responsible for it?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The loading operation is the responsibility of the transporter driver.
Explanation: The loading operation is the responsibility of the transporter driver.
9. What is a ROPS frame for?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Roll Over Protective Structures protect the operator if the vehicle rolls over.
Explanation: Roll Over Protective Structures protect the operator if the vehicle rolls over.
10. Why do forklifts have counterweights?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Counterweights are used to help balance the vehicle whilst it is raising and lifting loads.
Explanation: Counterweights are used to help balance the vehicle whilst it is raising and lifting loads.
11. True or false: failure to comply with legislation or regulations may result in a prison sentence?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Operators who do not comply with the law, or with regulations, may have prison sentences handed down by judicial bodies.
Explanation: Operators who do not comply with the law, or with regulations, may have prison sentences handed down by judicial bodies.
12. What is one drawback of a triplex mast relative to a duplex mast?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: A triplex mast will slightly reduce visibility for the operator.
Explanation: A triplex mast will slightly reduce visibility for the operator.
13. Operators must ensure that their vehicle is not accessed without authorisation before they go on break. Which TWO of the following steps must they take to prevent this?
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Correct Answer: C, D
Explanation: Isolating the vehicle and removing the keys are two important steps to prevent unauthorised access.
Explanation: Isolating the vehicle and removing the keys are two important steps to prevent unauthorised access.
14. Special safety measures must be taken if the forklift's counterweight gets closer than a specific distance to any structure. What is that distance?
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Special safety measures must be taken when this distance is less than 600 mm.
Explanation: Special safety measures must be taken when this distance is less than 600 mm.
15. Where must you keep the Operator's Manual?
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation: You will often need to consult the manual - it should be kept somewhere readily accessible inside the vehicle.
Explanation: You will often need to consult the manual - it should be kept somewhere readily accessible inside the vehicle.
16. In which THREE of the following ways can forklift operations be impacted by wet weather?
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Correct Answer: B, C, D
Explanation: Wet weather may weigh down the load, soften the ground below the vehicle, and reduce vehicle traction - all of these will have operational implications.
Explanation: Wet weather may weigh down the load, soften the ground below the vehicle, and reduce vehicle traction - all of these will have operational implications.
17. Why does a lifting machine require examination, as well as daily checks?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Examinations are more thorough than daily checks, and will pick up on any issues that daily checks may have overlooked.
Explanation: Examinations are more thorough than daily checks, and will pick up on any issues that daily checks may have overlooked.
18. You are moving loads onto the back of a flatbed transporter - where is the safest place to put the heavier loads?
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Correct Answer: D
Explanation: It is best practice to place the heaviest loads over the rear axles of the vehicle.
Explanation: It is best practice to place the heaviest loads over the rear axles of the vehicle.
19. You are about to begin lifting loads onto loading out racking. What must you know before you begin?
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation: You must know the total weight that can be safely stored on the racking tower before you begin loading it.
Explanation: You must know the total weight that can be safely stored on the racking tower before you begin loading it.
20. Why is it important to ensure the forks are equally distanced on the carriage before starting to lift a load?
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Correct Answer: B, D
Explanation: Equally distanced forks will lift loads more effectively, and help keep the vehicle stable.
Explanation: Equally distanced forks will lift loads more effectively, and help keep the vehicle stable.