Question

course exam

angie operates a forklift in an area where a lot of people walk. what should she remember to do when driving in that area?

select all that apply.

slow down and sound the horn.
look around at intersections.
sound the horn and take the right-of-way.
step down and check to make sure intersections are clear.

Explanation:

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Analyze forklift safety requirements in pedestrian areas

Using the Forklift Safety knowledge point

When operating a powered industrial truck in areas where pedestrians walk, safety regulations (such as OSHA standard 1910.178) require specific precautions:

• The operator must slow down and sound the horn at cross aisles and other locations where vision is obstructed.
• The operator must look in the direction of, and keep a clear view of, the path of travel. Looking around at intersections is essential to maintain situational awareness.
• Pedestrians always have the right of way; an operator must never "take the right of way."
• Stepping down from the forklift at every intersection is impractical and not a standard safety protocol.

Evaluate the given options

Using the Forklift Safety and Workplace Safety knowledge points

• Slow down and sound the horn: Correct. This is a standard safety requirement when driving a forklift near pedestrians and at blind intersections.
• Look around at intersections: Correct. Operators must keep a clear view of their path and actively look for pedestrians at intersections.
• Sound the horn and take the right of way: Incorrect. Forklifts must yield the right of way to pedestrians.
• Step down and check to make sure intersections are clear: Incorrect. Operators should remain in the vehicle control seat while operating; stepping down at every intersection is not required or recommended.

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<mcq-correct>[x] Slow down and sound the horn.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-correct>[x] Look around at intersections.</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>[ ] Sound the horn and take the right of way.</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>[ ] Step down and check to make sure intersections are clear.</mcq-option>
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Answer:

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Analyze forklift safety requirements in pedestrian areas

Using the Forklift Safety knowledge point

When operating a powered industrial truck in areas where pedestrians walk, safety regulations (such as OSHA standard 1910.178) require specific precautions:

• The operator must slow down and sound the horn at cross aisles and other locations where vision is obstructed.
• The operator must look in the direction of, and keep a clear view of, the path of travel. Looking around at intersections is essential to maintain situational awareness.
• Pedestrians always have the right of way; an operator must never "take the right of way."
• Stepping down from the forklift at every intersection is impractical and not a standard safety protocol.

Evaluate the given options

Using the Forklift Safety and Workplace Safety knowledge points

• Slow down and sound the horn: Correct. This is a standard safety requirement when driving a forklift near pedestrians and at blind intersections.
• Look around at intersections: Correct. Operators must keep a clear view of their path and actively look for pedestrians at intersections.
• Sound the horn and take the right of way: Incorrect. Forklifts must yield the right of way to pedestrians.
• Step down and check to make sure intersections are clear: Incorrect. Operators should remain in the vehicle control seat while operating; stepping down at every intersection is not required or recommended.

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<mcq-correct>[x] Look around at intersections.</mcq-correct>
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