Safe Use of Pallet Truck & Pallet Stacker Test Quiz

User unable to partially save form and return to it later. The test quiz must be completed in full before submitting.

Your Name *

Date *

1) True or False – Many of the injuries and accidents that occur at work result from mishandled or faulty pallet trucks and pallet stackers. *

• True
• False

2) Tick all correct answers that are part of pre-operational checks on pallet trucks & pallet stackers. *

• Operate the handle
• Visually inspect the truck
• Check for insects
• Look for oil leaking
• Raise and lower forks

3) True or False – There is no maximum load limits on pallet trucks or pallet stackers. *

• True
• False

4) Explain why you should not overload a pallet truck or pallet stacker. *

5) True or False – You should always pull the pallet and face the direction you will be travelling when moving with a pallet truck or pallet stacker. *

• True
• False

6) True or False – Pushing the pallet with the load in front allows the operator to clearly see and easily check for hazards and other people. *

• True
• False

7) Tick all correct answers relating to travelling up or down slopes. *

• When travelling up a slope with the truck loaded, always close your eyes.
• Travel slowly when going up or down slopes.
• Travel very quickly when going up or down slopes
• When travelling down a slope with the truck loaded, keep the load facing down.

8) True or False – Heavy loads can create a lot of momentum when slowing down so you should ensure the pallet truck or pallet stacker is travelling as fast as possible at all times. *

• True
• False

9) True or False – Always report damage before it gets worse. *

• 
• True
• False

10) True or False – There is no additional risk when pedestrians cross your path. *

• 
• True
• False

11) True or False – The risks do not increase when you pick up and put down loads at height. *

• 
• True
• False

12) True or False – Only transport loads which fall within the capacity of the pallet stacker. *

• 
• True
• False

Submit