Material Handling Quiz & Flashcards: Safe Practices

Questions and Answers

Never stack or store materials ___________

on a scaffold or runway

Before attempting to lift any material _______________

load not too heavy, no protruding nails, can lift yourself

When stacking bags of material that are the same width, step back and cross key the bags ______________

10 bags high

Before attempting to lower an overhead load _____________

size up Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper procedure for lifting objects?

Avoid strain & stress Signup and view all the answers

To work with motorized material-handling equipment a worker must be ____________

certified Signup and view all the answers

One common way to tie a clove hitch is to use two ______________

half hitches Signup and view all the answers

What device may have a rotating table surface and/or spikes on the table surface for better grip?

rollar skids Signup and view all the answers

When moving a material cart on an inclined or declined surface, be sure the ____________

weight is within the capacity Signup and view all the answers

To transport a bottle of compressed gas, use a _____________

cylinder cart Signup and view all the answers

The forklift hand signal for 'dog everything' means ____________

pause Signup and view all the answers

How is the fall zone for a forklift operation best defined?

area directly below the load Signup and view all the answers

When using hand signals, always ____________

keep eye contact Signup and view all the answers

To prevent a tipover when driving a rough terrain forklift, keep the load ____________

light Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Material Handling Safety Guidelines

Never stack or store materials on a scaffold or runway to ensure stability and worker safety.
Before lifting any material, check that it is not too heavy, has no protruding nails, and that you are able to lift it unaided.
When stacking bags of material of the same width, step back and cross-key the bags at a maximum height of 10 bags to enhance stability.
Before lowering an overhead load, size up to evaluate the surrounding area and ensure a safe operation.
To lift objects properly, focus on avoiding strain and stress to prevent injury.
Workers must be certified to operate motorized material-handling equipment to ensure they have the requisite skills and knowledge.
A common technique for tying a clove hitch involves using two half hitches to secure loads effectively.
Rollar skids are specialized devices designed with a rotating table surface and/or spikes to improve grip on materials during transport.
When moving material carts on inclined or declined surfaces, confirm that the weight does not exceed the cart's capacity to prevent accidents.
Use a cylinder cart specifically designed for the safe transport of bottles containing compressed gas.
The forklift hand signal for "dog everything" indicates a need to pause operations, promoting safety in the work area.
The fall zone for forklift operations is defined as the area directly beneath the load, which should be kept clear to avoid injury.
Always maintain eye contact when using hand signals to ensure clear communication between operators and signalers.
To prevent tipovers while driving a rough terrain forklift, keep the load light and balanced to maintain control.

Description

Test your knowledge on essential material handling safety guidelines and techniques with these flashcards. Each card provides key terms and important definitions to help reinforce your understanding of safe practices in material handling. Perfect for students and professionals alike!