2020 Valid MCFA FORKLIFT Practice Exam V8.02 Killtest

2. The safer , easier way to help you pass any IT exams. 1.In order to lift a laden pallet safely the fork width should be adjusted so that: A. the forks are close together and central. B. the forks are spread as far apart as possible. C. the forks are spread so there is an equal weight on each fork arm. Answer: C 2.If a load appears to be stacked unsafely and in danger of collapse the forklift operator should: A. attempt to rearrange the load or stack. B. pick up the load carefully and travel with extreme caution. C. leave the load alone, cordon off the area and inform the supervisor/manager. Answer: C 3.The lift truck should normally be driven: A. at a speed consistent with the type of load and general working conditions. B. at a speed to maintain production and pressures of work. C. slowly and deliberately to avoid all potential hazards. Answer: A 4.When sounding the horn, you should give a few sharp blasts. This is because: A. several short blasts will cause less nuisance to others than one long continuous blast. B. several short blasts will attract more attention than one long continuous blast. C. several short blasts will reduce unsympathetic use of controls. Answer: B 5.When leaving the machine, the key should be switched off and removed. This is: A. to ensure the machine’s power has been switched off. B. to prevent the machine from moving. C. to prevent unauthorized persons from using the machine. Answer: C 6.What is the main purpose of the overhead guard? A. To protect the operator if loose items such as boxes are dropped from height. MCFA FORKLIFT Practice Exam V8.02 | Killtest B. To stop the operator from being crushed in the event of a truck tipping over. C. To protect the operator if a full load is dropped onto the truck. Answer: A 7.When a laden lift truck is being driven on a ramp/incline, the load should face: A. uphill. B. downhill. C. either direction. Answer: A 8.The Health and Safety At Work Act 1974 (HASWA) applies to: 2 / 5

3. The safer , easier way to help you pass any IT exams. A. the employer. B. the employee. C. everyone. Answer: C 9.The ideal way to pick up a pallet is: A. as far forward as possible so that the forks do not protrude at the front. B. with the wider face of the pallet up against the forks. C. with the narrow face of the pallet up against the forks. Answer: B 10.A truck has a rated capacity of 2000 kg at 500 mm load center. This means: A. that it will safely pick up a load of 2200 kg providing the load center is reduced. B. that it will safely pick up a load of 2200 kg providing the load center is increased. C. that it will not safely pick up a load of 2200 kg. Answer: C 11.Whilst operating the lift truck in the working environment it is: A. the operator's responsibility to be aware of pedestrians at all times. B. the pedestrian's responsibility to keep a safe distance from the lift truck at all times. C. the management's responsibility to keep pedestrians off lift trucks at all times. Answer: A 12.An unladen lift truck should have its forks pointing down a gradient. This is to improve: A. visibility and steering. B. stability, traction and braking. C. steering and reduce tyre wear. Answer: B 13.If a fault develops on the machine during operation, operators should: A. park the machine and report the fault immediately to the manager/supervisor. B. report the fault to the manager/supervisor at the next convenient time. C. wait until the end of the shift before reporting the fault to avoid any disruptions. Answer: A 14.The load center on a counterbalanced forklift truck is: A. the distance from the front face of the forks to the center of gravity of the load. B. the distance from the front wheel centerline to the center of gravity of the load. C. the distance from the tips of the forks to the center of gravity of the load. Answer: A 15.Providing you are on flat ground, if the load obscures your view you should: A. dismount, check that the way is clear and then proceed slowly. B. travel in reverse and look in the direction of travel. MCFA FORKLIFT Practice Exam V8.02 | Killtest 3 / 5

4. The safer , easier way to help you pass any IT exams. C. get guidance from a workmate. Answer: B 16.When using hydraulic controls, which of the following control(s) of the machine should be used? A. The inching pedal. B. The parking brake and neutral gear. C. The inching and foot brake pedals. Answer: B 17.The lift truck operator should check that the machine is in a safe condition: A. at periodic intervals during the week. B. immediately after refueling the machine. C. at the start of the day or shift whichever comes first. Answer: C 18.What is the correct way to approach a stack? A. Drive slowly forward, raise the forks to the desired height, stop and apply the parking brake. B. Stop about 6 inches (150 mm) from the stack, apply the parking brake and raise the forks. C. Stop about a yard or a meter from the stack to ensure you do not catch loads whilst elevating. Answer: B 19.When following another motive-powered vehicle, the recommended separation distance is: A. 3 meters. B. 3 fork arm lengths. C. 3 truck lengths. Answer: C 20.When travelling with a laden lift truck on level ground the position of the load should be: A. with the load raised well clear of the ground and full back tilt applied. B. with the load as close to the ground as practical, with back tilt applied to stabilize load. C. with the load just clear of the ground and level to improve operator visibility. Answer: B MCFA FORKLIFT Practice Exam V8.02 | Killtest 21.A forklift driver must always look: A. in the mirrors. B. around their load. C. in the direction of travel. Answer: C 22.Who can operate a forklift? A. Any employee who is on duty. B. Truck drivers. C. Trained and authorized workers. D. Supervisors. 4 / 5

5. The safer , easier way to help you pass any IT exams. Answer: C 23.In the event of a rollover what SHOULD the operator do? A. Jump out of the cab. B. Remain in the cab told on and lean away from the impact. C. Check that you are wearing your seat belt. Answer: B 24.Forklift must travel with load close to ground and at safe speed. A. True. B. False. Answer: A 25.You can find out a load capacity, lift height and forklift weight by reading: A. a manufacturer’s plate. B. an owner’s manual. C. a license plate. Answer: A 26.How often should prestart be done? A. Daily. B. Weekly. C. Monthly. Answer: A 27.How many people are permitted to ride on a forklift? A. Three: two in the cab and one on the forks. B. Only the operator. C. There is no pre-determined limit. D. The operator plus any two authorized operators. E. Up to three if reasonable hand holds are available. Answer: B MCFA FORKLIFT Practice Exam V8.02 | Killtest 28.Who is responsible for checking the security of a trailer before loading and unloading? A. The truck driver. B. The forklift operator. C. The dock/yard supervisor. D. Whoever the company designates. Answer: B 29.Can a mobile phone be used when driving forklift? A. True. B. False. Answer: B 5 / 5