410 Chapter Review

Chapter 18

1. Name six types of power industrial trucks.

According to Hagan, Montgomery, and O’Reilly (2009), power industrial trucks can be classified according to their power source, operator position, or by means of engaging the load. In this case, the types of trucks are as such:

a. Lift trucks

b. Straddle trucks

c. Crane Trucks

d. Tractors and Trailers

e. Motorized hand trucks

f. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)

8. Operators should be aware of what basic differences between lift trucks and automobiles or highway trucks?

The operator of a lift truck should be aware that a lift truck (Hagan et al., 2009, p. 718):

a. Is generally steered by the rear wheels

b. Steers more easily loaded than empty

c. Is driven in the reverse direction as often as in the forward

d. Is often steered with one hand, with the other hand being used to operate controls

9. To be effective, a training program should focus on what three aspects?

As stated by Hagan et al. (2009), an effective training program should focus on (p. 730):

a. Company policies

b. Operating conditions, and the

c. Types and hazards associated with vehicle(s) being used in the workplace.

In addition, a training program does not end with the presentation of a certificate. It also includes management who has the responsibility to maintain the safety and health of all operators through maintaining a record of each employee’s driving performance (Hagan et al., 2009).

Chapter 19

4. What are the five guidelines that should be followed when (un)coupling motorized equipment?

As listed by Hagan et al. (2009), the five guidelines that are essential safe practices when coupling or uncoupling motorized equipment are as follow given that towing is a hazardous operation in which workers can be crushed if safety guidelines and procedures are not adhered to (p. 746).

a. No one should go between the vehicles while either...