33t Forklift VOC

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Theory Assessment

If you noticed a crack in the heel of a fork arm would you try and repair it yourself?
Where must the 33t fork be parked after each shift?
What precautions should be taken by the operator when a leak in the fuel system is Suspected or detected?
If you cannot see in the direction of travel what must you do?
When travelling down a ramp, which way should you have the load facing?
A tyre is found to have low pressure. When would you attend to this problem?
Is it ok to store extra items on the 33t forklift like lashings, rubber mats or chocks?
When unloading a truck what do you need to explain to the truck driver about stand down zones?
Is it ok for people to sit on the side of the 33t forklift when you are operating?
What direction must the load Face when travelling up a ramp with the 33t forklift?
Why is it unsafe to turn a forklift truck when it is on a ramp or sloping surface?
When should the 33t forklift seat be swivelled and how do you decide which direction is most suitable?
When lifting an unbalanced load with one end heavier than the other, which end should be against the heel of the fork arms?
Do the doors and windows need to be closed on the unit when not in use?

Prestart check completed
Gets into vehilce with 3 points of contact
Fastens seatbelt
Demonstrates correct start up procedure
Looks in direction of travel before the forklift truck moves and path is clear
Maintains a safe distance from other vehicles
Assesses the weight of a load before lifting
Travels at safe speed and knows the speed limit in th warehouse and onsite
Travels in reverse if load obscures forward vision, and must constantly look in the direction of travel.
Where fitted, fork arms must be below front axle height. With other fittings, bottom of load is at axle height and/or high enough to clear obstacles.
During travel, the mast is tilted back slightly to ensure the load is laying towards the load backrest or carriage. The load must remain correctly positioned on the attachment.
Travels at a safe speed and maintains safe control of forklift.
Parks equipment in a suitable location away from danger areas
Lowers fork arms/attachments to ground
Appropriate gear, relevant to the forklift transmission type, is selected when parking vehicle
Applies parking brake
Can you explain how to find and interpret the forklift load chart plate?
Engine/power is turned off correctly without E-Stopping
Lifts completed as part of the VOC