Worksheets00109 Material handling
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
What should be used to transport a bottle of compressed gas?
Hand trcuk
Cylinder cart
Wheelbarrow
Tunnel buggy
What is the fall zone for a forklift operation?
A minimum of 30' diameter circle around the forklift
The area directly beneath the load
Twice the length of the base of the forklift
Twice the width of the object being lifted
What device may have a rotating table and/or spikes on the table for a better grip?
Roller skid
Accumulating conveyer
Pallet jack
Pallet conveyer
What should always be done when using hand signals?
Stand on something at least 2' high
Wear reflective gloves
Ensure that the backup alarm can be heard
Maintain eye contact with the spotter
What is the meaning of the forklift hand signal dog everything?
Lower the tines
Tilt the mast back
Creep forward
Pause
What should be ensured when moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface?
The hydraulic ram has been removed
The load is cushioned with moving pads to prevent slippage
The load does not exceed the labeled weight capacity
The hand brake is within reach
When stacking bags of materials that are the same width, how should a worker cross-key the bags?
All the way to the top of the pile
In each tier above 7'
Every 10 bags high
Until the stack reaches 4'
What is the proper procedure to lift objects?
Lift with the legs, keep back straight, and keep heads up
Lift with the back, keep legs straight, and keep arms up.
Lift with the arms, keep legs straight, and keep head up
Bend over with the knees straight, feet together, then lift
Which of the following is commonly used to tie a clove hitch to make it more secure?
Bowline
Half hitch
Square knot
What should be ensured before attempting to lift any material?
Ensure the stacking ratio is no greater than 3:1
Look for any protruding nails, wires, or sharp edges
Use a safety harness
Where should materials NEVER be stacked or stored?
In cabinets
Outdoors
On pallets
On scaffolds
What should be done before attempting to lower an overhead load?
Size up the load
Put on a back support belt
Shrink wrap the load
Get a forklift
