2.0 Components and Protective Features OSHA 1910.178 Practice Quiz

• A. When the operator is exposed to hoisted or stacked objects that might fall
• B. Whenever the operator wants to drive faster
• C. Solely when the forklift is parked outdoors
• D. When the forklift is used as a passenger vehicle

An overhead guard protects the operator from certain falling-object hazards when hoisted or stacked objects could fall. This is the correct answer.

• A. On site, when the operator is exposed to hoisted or stacked objects that might fall
• B. On site, solely when the forklift is parked outdoors
• C. On site, when the forklift is used as a passenger vehicle
• D. On site, whenever the operator wants to drive faster

An overhead guard protects the operator from certain falling-object hazards when hoisted or stacked objects could fall. This is the correct answer.

• A. It should be removed when loads are tall
• B. It must protect the operator while not interfering with good visibility
• C. It should be used as a storage rack for tools
• D. It should block the operator’s view to prevent distraction

The workbook states guards must be constructed so they do not interfere with good visibility. This is the correct answer.

• A. On site, it should be used as a storage rack for tools
• B. On site, it must protect the operator while not interfering with good visibility
• C. On site, it should block the operator’s view to prevent distraction
• D. On site, it should be removed when loads are tall

The workbook states guards must be constructed so they do not interfere with good visibility. This is the correct answer.

• A. When carrying workers on the forks
• B. When handling small objects or unbanded units
• C. Solely when operating on public highways
• D. When the operator wants better rear visibility

Forklifts that handle small objects or unbanded units need a backrest to help prevent material from falling toward the operator. This is the correct answer.

• A. Openings should be cut larger when visibility is poor
• B. Openings must be large enough for loose material to pass through
• C. Openings must not exceed 6 inches in one of the two dimensions, width or length
• D. Openings are unrestricted if the operator wears a hard hat

The workbook identifies a 6-inch limit in one dimension for overhead guard openings. This is the correct answer.

• A. A lightweight design that can bend away from the load
• B. Large openings that allow small items through
• C. Sufficient height, width, and strength to prevent the load from falling toward the operator
• D. A removable design used only when convenient

The workbook states the backrest must have enough height, width, and strength for this protective purpose. This is the correct answer.

• A. So it can carry extra pallets above the operator
• B. So operators can stand on it during maintenance
• C. So it replaces the need for safe stacking
• D. So the guard protects the operator during normal operating positions

The guard must be large enough to extend over the operator during normal operation, including forward tilt. This is the correct answer.