NCCER MATERIAL HANDLING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Before attempting to lift any material, _____. - Answers -look for any protruding nails,
wires, or sharp edges
Before attempting to lower an overhead load, _____. - Answers -size up the load
What is the proper procedure to lift objects? - Answers -Lift with your legs, keep your
back straight, & keep your head up.
When stacking bags of material that are the same width, step back & cross the bags
_____. - Answers -every 10 bags high
Never stack or store materials _____. - Answers -on scaffolds
What does a clove hitch knot look like? - Answers -
One common way to tie a clove hitch is to use two _____. - Answers -half hitches
When moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface, be sure the _____. -
Answers -load does not exceed the labeled weight capacity
To transport a bottle of compressed gas, use a _____. - Answers -cylinder cart
What device may have a rotating table surface &/or spikes on the table surface for a
better grip? - Answers -Roller skid
To work with motorized material-handling equipment, a worker must be _____. -
Answers -trained, certified, & authorized
How is the fall zone for a forklift operation best defined? - Answers -Any area into which
the lifted materials could potentially fall.
To prevent a tipover what driving a rough terrain forklift, keep the load _____. -
Answers -low
When using hand signals, always _____. - Answers -maintain eye contact with the
operator
The forklift hand signal for dog everything means _____. - Answers -to pause