Certification Exam: Forklift Safety (Theory)

Question 1 of 10

What is the survival protocol if a forklift begins to tip over?

A) Try to push the forklift back up B) Stay in the seat, grip the wheel, brace your feet, and lean AWAY from the fall C) Jump clear as fast as possible D) Crouch on the floor of the cab

Question 2 of 10

What does a "Red Zone" LED light project around a forklift?

A) The area for the charger B) The "Danger Zone" boundary where the rear-end swing occurs C) A path to the exit D) A high-speed lane

Question 3 of 10

Why is turning the forklift while a load is elevated dangerous?

A) It wears out the tires B) It is only allowed in reverse C) Centrifugal force will pull the Center of Gravity outside the Stability Triangle, causing a tip-over D) It uses too much fuel

Question 4 of 10

When should a pre-operational inspection be performed?

A) At least daily, or at the beginning of every shift B) Only if the truck feels "off" C) Every 100 hours of use D) Once a week

Question 5 of 10

What is the risk of "Thermal Runaway" in 2026 Lithium-Ion batteries?

A) A chain reaction that causes uncontrollable heat, toxic gas, and self-ignition B) The truck becomes too fast C) The battery won't charge D) The battery freezes

Question 6 of 10

If a load blocks your forward view, what must you do according to OSHA?

A) Have a coworker walk in front of you B) Drive faster to get it over with C) Travel in reverse D) Stand up to see over the load

Question 7 of 10

What is the front wheel of a forklift considered in the "Fulcrum Principle"?

A) The steering point B) The load center C) The stabilizer D) The pivot point (fulcrum)

Question 8 of 10

What is "Trailer Creep" at a loading dock?

A) When the trailer floor breaks B) The trailer slowly moving away from the dock due to the movement of the forklift C) A slow-moving forklift D) A type of tire wear

Question 9 of 10

When traveling with a LOAD on a ramp, which way should the load face?

A) Always face down-grade B) It doesn't matter C) Always face up-grade (drive up, reverse down) D) Only face up-grade when reversing

Question 10 of 10

How high should the forks be kept from the floor when traveling?

A) Dragging on the floor B) As high as possible for visibility C) 12 to 18 inches D) 4 to 6 inches