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If you don’t follow regulations while driving a forklift what penalties can be applied

Suspended License
Cancelled License
Fines
Jail

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What is your ‘duty of care’ as a worker/employee

Looking after the health and safety of myself, by driving the forklift safely.
Looking after the Health and Safety of Others by following the workplace rules.

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What can a Employer/Boss provide for your health and safety?

Provide a safe work environment.
Provide a safe forklift to use.
Provide Workplace Rules
Provide adequate facilities.

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Boss asks you to drive a new type of forklift that is unfamiliar to you. What do they need to provide?

Supervision
Training
Instructions

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Where can we find information on Workplace safety?

Notice Board
Policies and Procedures
OHS Officer
Management Plans
Pre-start meetings
Risk assessments (JSA)

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What is the definition of the term Hazard?

A potential source of harm or damage (anything, situation)

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What is the definition of the term Risk?

The chance of possibility of harm or damage from a Hazard. (Likelihood x Consequence)

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At work, who could you ask about workplace hazards?

Supervisor
Manager
Other Workers
OHS Officer

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Why do we need to consult with people regarding hazards at work?

To know about the site specific hazards and how to control them. To understand workplace policy/procedure

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Hazards looking up? (Above head height)

Bad Weather
Roller Doors
Roofs
Power Lines

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Hazards looking out? (Eye Level)

People
Blind Corners
Other Forklifts
Obstructions

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Hazards looking down? (Ground level, and below)

Uneven Surfaces
Soft Soil
Debris
Slopes/Ramps

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What other things do we need to plan for before starting work (other than hazards)?

F - Fire fighting & first aid equipment
I - Instructions on safety procedures
R - Risk control measures
S - Suitable racking
T - Traffic management plan

C - Characteristics of the load
L - Location of the task
A - Attachments needed
S - Spotter or permits
S - Specifics of the task

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How does checking the weather forecast help?

To plan the day’s work around the weather.
Schedule activities
Setup additional control measures

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What weather hazards could affect forklift operations?

Strong winds
Rain
Snow or ice
Heat and UV exposure

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How would you change your driving when the surface is wet and slippery?

Drive slower
Drive carefully
Allow more time for braking

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How can you find out the voltage of overhead electrical power lines?

Contact the local power authority

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What is the minimum distance that you must keep your forklift away from electric power lines in Victoria?

Poles (<66KV) : 6.4m or more, No closer than 3m with a “Qualified Spotter”
Towers (>66KV) : 10m or more, No closer than 8m with a “Qualified Spotter”

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What visual indicators are used near power lines to warn people of LV/HV danger?

Tiger Tails
Marker Balls
Danger Signs

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If a forklift makes contact with power lines, what steps must you take?

1) Warn people to stay away
2) Try to break contact with the powerlines
3) if SAFE, stay on the forklift
4) If UNSAFE, jump clear and shuffle 8m away. 5) Report to your supervisor, power company or Worksafe.
6) Do not use the forklift until it has been checked by a technician.

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If there are pedestrians or traffic in the area, what risk control measures can you use to protect them?

Barricades
Signs
Traffic Management Plan
Exclusion Zones
Walkways
Cones

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What can happen if we raise the load near or over people?

The load can fall and kill someone

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If you are using a forklift at night or in a dark area, what must be provided for you?

Adequate or sufficient lighting, everywhere.

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If you operate a Gas, Petrol or Diesel forklift where there is restricted airflow, what may happen to you or people working near you?

You can breath in toxic chemicals which can kill you.

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What type of forklift would work better in a restricted airflow environment?

Electric or battery

Why does the battery need to be recharged in a well ventilated area?

To prevent the buildup of explosive gasses

Where is the Fulcrum point on a forklift?

Under the front wheel

Why is the rear end swing of the forklift dangerous?

The rear end swing moves fast and can hit people or structures

What is the definition of a "load centre distance"?

Half the height and half the length of a load while placed are the rear of the tyne carrier.

What is the most common LCD on an Australian forklift data plate?

600mm

If the load is not hard up against the heal of the forklift tynes, what effect will this have on your forklift and load?

Reduced stability of the forklift and the load Reduced capacity of the forklift.

What is a Jib attachment's hazards?

Reduced lifting capacity Load can swing

What is a safety cage's hazards?

Reduced capacity Falling items or people

What is a drum clamp's hazards?

Reduced capacity Spillage

What is a bale clamp's hazards?

Reduced capacity Uneven loads

What is a carpet spike's hazards?

Reduced capacity Swing and hit things

What is a fork lift extension's (Slippers) hazard?

Reduced capacity Increased load center distance

How does adding an attachment affect the capacity of the forklift?

Reduces the capacity of the forklift.

Where can you find the correct process for securing an attachment to a forklift?

Manufacturer's instructions Instruction Manual

How do we communicate in the workplace?

Verbal Comms Hand Signals Written Instructions Eye Contact.

If you are given a signal by a co-worker and it is unclear or communication stops, what should you do?

Stop and ask for clarification

Visual checks you can do as a pre-start check on a forklift?

Tynes for damage Mast for damage Guards for damage Lights for damage Mirrors for damage Fluid leaks Dataplate is fitted Logbook has no faults

Where would you find the rated capacity of the forklift and its manufacturer designed attachments?

Data plate

What can happen while your refueling if you leave the forklift's engine running?

The fuel can catch on fire.

What are the types of guards fitted to forklifts and what they do?

Overhead: protects from falling debris Foot: protects the operators foot Load: protects the mast and operator from falling loads.

What defects should you look for on a forklift's wheels and tires.

Missing chunks of rubber Worn down tires Uneven tread wear Deflated tires Sidewall damage Wheel lugnuts not secure.

If air filled tires are at the correct operational pressure, how would that affect the forklift?

They would maintain the stability of the forklift and the load

Why must you always wear a seatbelt while operating a forklift?

Stops you from falling out in a tip over event or crash

When are you allowed to carry a passenger on the forklift?

Only on occasions where the forklift has been designed by the manufacturer to carry a passenger.

What should you check once you have started the forklift (operational checks)

Instrument panel Hydraulic controls Vehicle electronics Forklift movement controls.

What should you do if you find any faults in your operating systems?

Stop using the forklift Tag-out the forklift, provide failure description. Isolate from active use Record in the logbook Report the failure to your manager

What methods can you use to check a loads weight?

Calculate the load total Weigh the load Check loads labels Check consignment notes

Why should you never lift a load with just one arm of the forklift?

Doing so will reduce the lifted load's stability Doing so will damage the forklift and load

What would be a safe height for the load while traveling?

At axel height Place the load close to the ground as possible.

What could happen if you travel with your load raised too high?

The forklift can tip over The load can fall off the tynes.

What can you do if your view is obstructed by the load?

Drive in reverse Use a guide or a spotter Repack the load

What is the reason to centralise your side-shift attachment.

To maintain the stability of the forklift and the load.

What are 2 reasons to monitor movement of your loads?

To maintain good stability of the forklift and the load To prevent the load from falling of the tynes or onto people.

What is placed between a truck and a loading dock during offloading?

A bridge plate A secure dock plate.

Which way must the load face when travelling on ramps or sloping surfaces?

Uphill

When stacking various loads on top of each other, what needs to be considered?

Stack on Hard Flat Ground Put Heavy Load on Bottom Can the bottom load support the top load. Not too high - Load can fall

Reason you don't turn while traveling on a ramp or slope?

Forklift can tip over Lose the load

Ways you could tip a forklift over sideways (Lateral Shift)?

Turning too fast Turning with the load raised Turning with an uneven load Turning on an uneven surface

Ways you could tip a forklift over forwards or backwards (Longitudual Shift)?

Driving too fast Driving with the load raised Driving with an uneven load Driving on an uneven surface

What must you do if you lose control and the forklift starts to tip sideways?

Stay on the forklift Hold on tight Lean the opposite way

If your forklift had a system failure, hydraulic leak, brake failure, ect.., you should do what?

Stop the machine Tag out of service Report to manager

Where should you not park a forklift?

Emergency Exits Fire Fighting Equipment Emergency Showers First Aid Equipment

What are the acceptable steps you should undertake when parking a forklift.

Tips and Tynes on the ground Parking brake on Forklift in neutral Turn off and remove keys.

Why do we remove the keys from a forklift after use or while unsupervised?

To prevent un-authorised use of the forklift.

If you find damage on the forklift at the end of your shift, you should...

Record the damage in the logbook Tag-out the forklift from service Report the damage to a manager.

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