CFA CFA Pedestrian Safety & Traffic Management 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When a forklift and a pedestrian are both approaching a blind intersection, who has the right of way?
- The forklift, because it cannot stop as quickly
- The pedestrian always has the right of way
- Whoever arrived at the intersection first
- The pedestrian, but the forklift operator must stop and sound the horn before proceeding (Correct answer)
Correct answer: The pedestrian, but the forklift operator must stop and sound the horn before proceeding
Pedestrians have the right of way, and forklift operators must slow down, sound the horn, and ensure the path is clear before entering a blind intersection.
Question 2: What is the minimum safe distance a forklift operator should maintain from pedestrians while traveling in a warehouse?
- 1 foot
- 3 feet
- At least the stopping distance of the forklift at its current speed (Correct answer)
- 10 feet at all times
Correct answer: At least the stopping distance of the forklift at its current speed
The safe distance from pedestrians must be at least equal to the forklift's stopping distance at its current speed to allow for emergency stops.
Question 3: What type of floor markings are used to designate pedestrian-only walkways in a warehouse?
- Red dashed lines
- Yellow or white solid lines painted on the floor (Correct answer)
- Blue arrows indicating direction of travel
- Orange cones placed at entry points only
Correct answer: Yellow or white solid lines painted on the floor
Yellow or white solid lines are the standard floor markings used to designate pedestrian walkways and separate them from forklift traffic zones.
Question 4: Under which condition should a forklift operator NEVER travel?
- With a full load at maximum rated capacity
- With pedestrians standing within the designated forklift travel lane (Correct answer)
- With the load elevated to the minimum travel height of 6–8 inches
- During the first shift of the day before warehouse lights are fully on
Correct answer: With pedestrians standing within the designated forklift travel lane
A forklift must never travel through an area where pedestrians are standing in the designated forklift lane — the operator must wait until the path is fully clear.
Question 5: What does a flashing amber light on a forklift signal to pedestrians?
- The forklift is reversing and about to back up
- The forklift is in active operation and pedestrians should stay clear (Correct answer)
- The forklift has a mechanical fault and is being escorted to maintenance
- The operator is requesting a pedestrian escort through a congested area
Correct answer: The forklift is in active operation and pedestrians should stay clear
A flashing amber (yellow) strobe or beacon on a forklift signals that the machine is in active operation and warns nearby pedestrians to maintain a safe distance.
Question 6: What is the purpose of installing convex mirrors at warehouse intersections?
- To allow operators to check their load is centered on the forks
- To provide visibility around blind corners so operators can see approaching pedestrians or vehicles (Correct answer)
- To reflect overhead lighting and improve general visibility in the aisle
- To allow supervisors to monitor forklift speed from a distance
Correct answer: To provide visibility around blind corners so operators can see approaching pedestrians or vehicles
Convex mirrors at intersections give forklift operators and pedestrians a wide-angle view around blind corners, reducing the risk of collisions.
CFA CFA Pedestrian Safety & Traffic Management 1
When a forklift and a pedestrian are both approaching a blind intersection, who has the right of way?