Materials Handling Module 00109-09

To lower the center of gravity when moving materials, you should always place the _____.

• lightest load on the bottom

• longest load on top

• heaviest loan on top

• heaviest load on the bottom

What is the appropriate vehicle to use for lifting and moving heavy loads on smooth surfaces?

• Georgia buggy

• industrial forklift

• pipe transport

• powered wheelbarrow

What is the proper procedure to lift objects?

• Bend over with your knees straight, feet together, and then lift

• Lift with your back, keep your legs straight, and keep your arms up.

• Lift with your legs, keep your back straight, and keep your head up

• Lift with your arms, keep your legs straight, and keep your head up.

In order to work with motorized materials-handling equipment, you must be _____.

• trained, certified, and authorized

• experienced and knowledgeable

• a job foreman or supervisor

• licensed to drive

Before attempting to lift any material, you should _____.

• look for any protruding nails, wires, or sharp edges

• use a safety harness

• ask your supervisor for help

• ensure the stacking ratio is no greater than 3:1

What non-motorized materials-handling device uses force applied with a lever, screw, or hydraulic press to raise heavy objects?

• Industrial forklift

• Porta-Power®

• Hand truck

• Jack

Before using a materials handling device, you must _____.

• inspect it

• clean it

• lubricate it

• charge it

When moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface, you must be sure _____.

• the load does not exceed the labeled weight capacity

• the hand brake is within your reach

• the hydraulic ram has been removed

• the load is cushioned with moving pads to prevent slippage

You can have trouble transporting a load that is _____.

• containerized

• long and cumbersome

• shrink-wrapped

• palletized

When using hand signals, you must always _____.

• be certified and authorized

• wear reflective gloves

• keep eye contact with the operator

• make sure you can hear the backup alarm