Quiz on Forklift Speed

According to OSHA, is there a defined speed limit for forklifts?

• No, forklifts can travel at any speed

• Yes, it is set at 5 mph

• No, it is left up to employers to determine a safe speed

• Yes, it is set at 10 mph

What is the recommended max speed for forklifts in general by the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA)?

• 5 mph

• 3 mph

• 8 mph

• 12 kmph

What is one of the risks of speeding forklifts?

• Reduced weight capacity

• Compromised steering

• Increased visibility

• Improved stopping ability

How can you determine a safe forklift speed limit?

• By asking pedestrians for their opinion

• By considering the general work environment, operator visibility, forklift and tire type, pedestrian traffic, and safe stopping distances

• By setting the speed limit at the maximum possible speed

• By flipping a coin

What is one way to reduce forklift speeding in the workplace?

• Removing speed limit signs

• Ignoring speed limit infractions

• Providing quality forklift operator training

• Encouraging faster speeds

What should forklift operators do when driving on slick, wet, and slippery floors?

• Slow down and drive carefully

• Drive normally

• Increase speed

• Avoid driving on such floors

According to OSHA, who should forklift operators give the right of way to?

• Plants

• Animals

• Pedestrians and emergency vehicles

• Other forklifts

What is the purpose of using spotters with forklifts?

• To increase speed

• To distract the forklift operator

• To improve safety

• To reduce visibility

What is the max speed of a reach truck?

• 8 mph

• 6 mph

• 5 mph

• 7 mph

What is the recommended distance to maintain between forklifts and other equipment?

• 1 truck length

• 2 truck lengths

• 3 truck lengths

• 4 truck lengths