OSHA 30-Material Handling
Which of the following are forklift rules of the road? - answer All of the above
Inspect your forklift and read instructions: - answer Prior to use
Conveyor systems present many hazards when in operation. However, when shut down
for maintenance, what is especially important? - answer Lockout and tagout the system
The forklift operator should know weight of materials to be moved, limitation of
equipment and load capacity chart. The operator should also ensure that: - answer
Surfaces are level, free of hazard, and designed to withstand load
The person responsible for give line of site communication to the crane operator is
called a ____. - answer Crane Signal Person
Select the 7 safe lifting considerations - answer- Weight of the object
- Location (position of load)
- Frequency of lifts
- Stability of the Load
- Size of material and hand grip
- Avoidance of twisting and stooping
- Other environmental factors
Many of the hazards involve in material handling are common and very predictable.
Hazards can be found in both handling and storing materials. Improper storage hazards
include which of the following? - answerStacked
Before starting work, precent accidents by: - answerLooking for hazards in pathway,
determining weight/ stability of load, ensuring level, clean, available set-down point
Which of the following are common causes of material handling injuries? -
answerOverexertion, incorrect or over lifting, dropped and falling objects
Common injuries resulting from handling materials include: - answerBack injuries,
crushing injuries, cuts, and lacerations
Overexertion is the #1 cause of workplace injuries. Overexertion is caused by exerting
excessive effort of force when: - answerHolding, carrying, throwing, lifting, pushing, or
pulling
, When you can't avoiding lifting or carrying, which if these should you do? - answerBreak
load into smaller pieces, keep load close to your body, move slowly and maintain a
clear line of vision
You must move a heavy compressed gas cylinder about 50 ft. There is no cart, or dolly,
nor any lifting equipment. What should you do? - answerGet help, use the two man lift
and carry
When using hand trucks, dollies, or carts: - answerPlace heavy objects on bottom &
maintain clear line of vision
To lift loads safely, you should bend your body at the - answerknees
The forklift operator should know weight of material to be moved, limitations of
equipment and load capacity chart. The operator should also ensure that: -
answerSurfaces are level, free of hazards, and designed to withstand loads
Inspect your forklift and read instruction: - answerPrior to use
Which of the following is a forklift rule of the road? - answerPedestrians always have the
right of way, drive slowly with eyes on the road, no riders unless equipped with
approved seat
Conveyor systems present many hazards when in operation. However, when shut down
for maintenance, what is especially important? - answerLockout and tagout the system
The crane operator - answerMust be trained, experienced and certifies to operate their
crane
Utilizing an effective "safe lift" plan for all crane activities will: - answerIdentify critical
elements for planning and document actions taken to ensure a safe lift
The person responsible for giving line of site communication to the crane operator is
called a: - answerA crane signal person
The signal person on a crane is responsible for: - answerEnsuring that all personnel are
a safe distance away and communicating their intentions before signaling the crane to
move
Effective safe work procedures are required: - answerBecause they help prevent
injuries and incidents from occurring
Communication is key to working safely on a jobsite. Which of the following is the best
way to ensure you have effectively communicated? - answerMake verbal contact and
follow up with a verbal or visual acknowledgement that all was understood
Which of the following are forklift rules of the road? - answer All of the above
Inspect your forklift and read instructions: - answer Prior to use
Conveyor systems present many hazards when in operation. However, when shut down
for maintenance, what is especially important? - answer Lockout and tagout the system
The forklift operator should know weight of materials to be moved, limitation of
equipment and load capacity chart. The operator should also ensure that: - answer
Surfaces are level, free of hazard, and designed to withstand load
The person responsible for give line of site communication to the crane operator is
called a ____. - answer Crane Signal Person
Select the 7 safe lifting considerations - answer- Weight of the object
- Location (position of load)
- Frequency of lifts
- Stability of the Load
- Size of material and hand grip
- Avoidance of twisting and stooping
- Other environmental factors
Many of the hazards involve in material handling are common and very predictable.
Hazards can be found in both handling and storing materials. Improper storage hazards
include which of the following? - answerStacked
Before starting work, precent accidents by: - answerLooking for hazards in pathway,
determining weight/ stability of load, ensuring level, clean, available set-down point
Which of the following are common causes of material handling injuries? -
answerOverexertion, incorrect or over lifting, dropped and falling objects
Common injuries resulting from handling materials include: - answerBack injuries,
crushing injuries, cuts, and lacerations
Overexertion is the #1 cause of workplace injuries. Overexertion is caused by exerting
excessive effort of force when: - answerHolding, carrying, throwing, lifting, pushing, or
pulling
, When you can't avoiding lifting or carrying, which if these should you do? - answerBreak
load into smaller pieces, keep load close to your body, move slowly and maintain a
clear line of vision
You must move a heavy compressed gas cylinder about 50 ft. There is no cart, or dolly,
nor any lifting equipment. What should you do? - answerGet help, use the two man lift
and carry
When using hand trucks, dollies, or carts: - answerPlace heavy objects on bottom &
maintain clear line of vision
To lift loads safely, you should bend your body at the - answerknees
The forklift operator should know weight of material to be moved, limitations of
equipment and load capacity chart. The operator should also ensure that: -
answerSurfaces are level, free of hazards, and designed to withstand loads
Inspect your forklift and read instruction: - answerPrior to use
Which of the following is a forklift rule of the road? - answerPedestrians always have the
right of way, drive slowly with eyes on the road, no riders unless equipped with
approved seat
Conveyor systems present many hazards when in operation. However, when shut down
for maintenance, what is especially important? - answerLockout and tagout the system
The crane operator - answerMust be trained, experienced and certifies to operate their
crane
Utilizing an effective "safe lift" plan for all crane activities will: - answerIdentify critical
elements for planning and document actions taken to ensure a safe lift
The person responsible for giving line of site communication to the crane operator is
called a: - answerA crane signal person
The signal person on a crane is responsible for: - answerEnsuring that all personnel are
a safe distance away and communicating their intentions before signaling the crane to
move
Effective safe work procedures are required: - answerBecause they help prevent
injuries and incidents from occurring
Communication is key to working safely on a jobsite. Which of the following is the best
way to ensure you have effectively communicated? - answerMake verbal contact and
follow up with a verbal or visual acknowledgement that all was understood
