What is the #1 cause for deaths associated with forklift operation? - ANSWER crushed by
vehicle tipping over
The top three citations by L & I safety inspectors involving forklifts in 2007-2009 include
what? - ANSWER lack of training, no seatbelt use, no inspection of forklift
What does P.I.T. stand for? - ANSWER powered industrial truck
How many classes of P.I.T.s are there? - ANSWER 7
What two P.I.Ts will we be certified on upon completion of EV 100? - ANSWER class 1
electric truck, class 4 truck
What are three ways forklifts differ from cars or trucks? - ANSWER higher weight than
most, higher center of gravity, steers from the rear
Where is the center of gravity on a forklift with no load? - ANSWER under the driver's
seat
The triangle formed between the two front wheels, coming to a point between the two rear
wheels, is called what? - ANSWER forklift stability triangle
The center of gravity moves ________ when the fork is raised. - ANSWER upward
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, It is safe to move forward with a load raised if the weight is low enough. T/F? - ANSWER
false
When moving a load near the truck's max rated capacity, tilt the mast _____ for more stabil-
ity. - ANSWER back
When driving on an incline with a load, always drive with the load on the _______ side. - AN-
SWER uphill
When driving down an incline with no load, the forks should be on the _______ side. - AN-
SWER downhill
As load center increases, capacity decreases. T/F? - ANSWER true
If a forklift tips, you should attempt to clear the vehicle before it hits the ground. T/F? - AN-
SWER false
A forklift should be examined how often? - ANSWER daily or at the end of each shift
Propane powered forklifts are safe to park near heat sources. T/F? - ANSWER false
You should always use gloves and eye protection when dealing with propane. - ANSWER
true
Forklifts have blind spots near the front masts. T/F? - ANSWER true
When carrying an irregular and/or heavy load, you should keep the load as close to the front
wheels as possible. T/F? - ANSWER true
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vehicle tipping over
The top three citations by L & I safety inspectors involving forklifts in 2007-2009 include
what? - ANSWER lack of training, no seatbelt use, no inspection of forklift
What does P.I.T. stand for? - ANSWER powered industrial truck
How many classes of P.I.T.s are there? - ANSWER 7
What two P.I.Ts will we be certified on upon completion of EV 100? - ANSWER class 1
electric truck, class 4 truck
What are three ways forklifts differ from cars or trucks? - ANSWER higher weight than
most, higher center of gravity, steers from the rear
Where is the center of gravity on a forklift with no load? - ANSWER under the driver's
seat
The triangle formed between the two front wheels, coming to a point between the two rear
wheels, is called what? - ANSWER forklift stability triangle
The center of gravity moves ________ when the fork is raised. - ANSWER upward
1
, It is safe to move forward with a load raised if the weight is low enough. T/F? - ANSWER
false
When moving a load near the truck's max rated capacity, tilt the mast _____ for more stabil-
ity. - ANSWER back
When driving on an incline with a load, always drive with the load on the _______ side. - AN-
SWER uphill
When driving down an incline with no load, the forks should be on the _______ side. - AN-
SWER downhill
As load center increases, capacity decreases. T/F? - ANSWER true
If a forklift tips, you should attempt to clear the vehicle before it hits the ground. T/F? - AN-
SWER false
A forklift should be examined how often? - ANSWER daily or at the end of each shift
Propane powered forklifts are safe to park near heat sources. T/F? - ANSWER false
You should always use gloves and eye protection when dealing with propane. - ANSWER
true
Forklifts have blind spots near the front masts. T/F? - ANSWER true
When carrying an irregular and/or heavy load, you should keep the load as close to the front
wheels as possible. T/F? - ANSWER true
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