Objective

SDCB forklifts are known for their:

• compact design and maneuverability

• high fuel efficiency

• advanced safety features

• all of the above

Explain the difference between OSHA Class 1, Class 2, Class 4, and Class 5 forklifts.

• Class 1 forklifts are electric motor rider trucks, Class 2 are electric motor narrow aisle trucks, Class 4 are internal combustion engine trucks with solid tires, and Class 5 are internal combustion engine trucks with pneumatic tires.

• Class 1 forklifts are internal combustion engine trucks with pneumatic tires, Class 2 are electric motor narrow aisle trucks, Class 4 are electric motor rider trucks, and Class 5 are internal combustion engine trucks with solid tires.

• Class 1 forklifts are electric motor narrow aisle trucks, Class 2 are electric motor rider trucks, Class 4 are internal combustion engine trucks with pneumatic tires, and Class 5 are internal combustion engine trucks with solid tires.

• Class 1 forklifts are internal combustion engine trucks with solid tires, Class 2 are electric motor rider trucks, Class 4 are electric motor narrow aisle trucks, and Class 5 are internal combustion engine trucks with pneumatic tires.

Identify and describe basic features of vertical mast forklifts.

• Vertical mast forklifts have a compact design and are ideal for narrow aisles.

• Vertical mast forklifts are primarily used for outdoor heavy lifting.

• Vertical mast forklifts are designed for high-speed operations.

• Vertical mast forklifts are mainly used in construction sites.

What year was the world's first mass-produced lift created?

• 1917

• 1920

• 1930

• 1940

What powered the world's first mass-produced lift?

• Internal-combustion (IC) engine

• Electric motor

• Steam engine

• Hydraulic system

What is the function of the flat tines known as forks on modern forklifts?

• To lift and move materials up and down on a vertical mast.

• To dig holes in the ground.

• To sweep the floor.

• To cut materials into smaller pieces.

What does OSHA 1910.178 require for all forklift operators?

• All forklift operators must be trained.

• Forklift operators must have a college degree.

• Forklift operators must be over 50 years old.

• Forklift operators must work only during the day.

Which of the following is a requirement for forklift operators?

• Proper use

• How a forklift operates

• Forklift controls and instrumentation

• All of the above

Explain the proper use of a forklift.

• A forklift should be used to lift and transport heavy loads safely.

• A forklift is used for personal transportation.

• A forklift is used to dig holes.

• A forklift is used to paint walls.

A forklift operates by:

• lifting and moving heavy loads using hydraulic systems and forks.

• flying in the air to transport goods.

• swimming through water to carry items.

• digging into the ground to find buried objects.