Free MSSC Forklift Operation & Controls Questions and Answers

Question 1

What should you check before operating a forklift?

Accepted Answer

Brakes, forks, lights, and horn

Answer

Tire pressure and engine oil only.

Answer

Only check if there’s a warning light.

Answer

Nothing, just start the engine.

Question 2

What is the purpose of the data plate on a forklift?

Accepted Answer

It displays load limits and lifting specifications

Answer

It shows the fuel efficiency.

Answer

It provides safety instructions.

Answer

It tells you when to refuel.

Question 3

When driving a forklift with a load, how should the forks be positioned?

Accepted Answer

Lowered close to the ground

Answer

Raised high for safety.

Answer

Tilted backward only.

Answer

Pointed straight out at eye level.

Question 4

What is the safe way to travel down a ramp with a load?

Accepted Answer

Back down with the load in front

Answer

Drive forward with the load.

Answer

Any direction is safe.

Answer

Keep the load elevated while driving.

Question 5

Why is it dangerous to turn a forklift at high speed?

Accepted Answer

It may cause tipping and accidents

Answer

It saves time.

Answer

It improves efficiency.

Answer

It’s safer with heavier loads.

Question 6

What should you do if the forklift begins to tip over?

Accepted Answer

Hold tight and lean away from the direction of the tip

Answer

Jump out immediately.

Answer

Lean in the direction of the fall.

Answer

Let go of the controls.

Question 7

Why should the operator sound the horn at intersections?

Accepted Answer

It’s required by most job sites

Answer

To show off the horn’s function.

Answer

To signal completion of tasks.

Answer

Only when entering buildings.

Question 8

What is the correct procedure for refueling a forklift?

Accepted Answer

Shut off the engine and refuel in a safe area

Answer

Keep the engine running for speed.

Answer

Smoke nearby for safety.

Answer

Park near open flames.

Question 9

How should you park a forklift at the end of a shift?

Accepted Answer

Turn off the ignition and lower the forks to the ground

Answer

Leave it running with forks raised.

Answer

Leave it in gear without brakes.

Answer

Park it on an incline.