Forklift Job Preparation

The most important things to do when getting ready for the job is to perform inspections of the:

• PPE you plan to use.

• Forklift you plan to use.

• The workplace you plan to use the equipment in.

• All the above.

You must do a pre-use inspection of your forklift:

• At the start of the shift.

• Before using it for the first time during a shift.

• Whenever you notice something wrong.

• Either a) or b) above.

A pre-use inspection should be conducted:

• Near the maintenance shop so you can easily get any tools you might need.

• Wherever you will be using the machine.

• In an area that is safe and appropriate.

• Wherever it can be done quickly.

Class I, II or III hazardous locations are ones in which flammable, combustible or easily ignitable materials are present in the atmosphere.

• True

• False

Special operations often require additional training and authorization in the use of specialized, task-specific work attachments.

• True

• False

You must communicate with the designated signal persons beforehand and make sure that:

• They are a qualified forklift operator.

• You know who their backup signal person is.

• All signals to be used are discussed and understood.

• All the above.

True or False: The 2022 CGP mandates that construction site operators must conduct inspections after significant rain events.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The correct answer is True because the 2022 CGP mandates that construction site operators must conduct inspections after significant rain events.