MA Hoisting License Test – Flashcards
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What is the most important single factor to the safe operation of the forklifts?
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THE OPERATOR
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Many accidents happen because the operator does which of the following?
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a) uses a forklift with a known defect b) travels an unsafe route c) carries unsafe loads d) uses unsafe operating techniques
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When is it safe to operate the forklift from a place other than the operator's seat?
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NEVER
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Workers and bystanders within the danger area of the forklift should be considered the responsibility of?
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THE OPERATOR
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Which of the following are essential for safe operation?
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a) smooth starts b) smooth stops c) smooth turns
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The operator "feathers" the controls when he wants to?
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MOVE THE LOAD SLOWLY
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If you find a fault or suspect an unsafe condition while inspecting or operating a forklift you should?
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TELL YOUR SUPERVISOR
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If bystanders or a fellow worker are in danger from a raised load, you should?
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SOUND YOUR HORN OR ASK THEM TO MOVE
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Which of the following affect forklift safety?
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a) Leverage b) Center of gravity c) Momentum
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The pivot point of a forklift is?
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THE FRONT AXLE
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The teeter totter is a simple example of?
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LEVERAGE
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Safe load limits for a particular forklift ...
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SHOULD NEVER BE EXCEEDED
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When a forklift picks up a load on the forks...
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THE CENTER OF GRAVITY OF THE FORKLIFT MOVES FORWARD
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Forward tipping will occur unless the forklift's center of gravity is?
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On The Opposite Side Of The Front Axle
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Momentum is a force created by?
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a) Starting b) Stopping c) Turning
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Which of the following has or have an Effect on the amount of stability a forklift has?
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a) Weight distribution b) Axle length c) Wheel base
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As the load of a forklift is raised, which of the following dangers increase?
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a) Tipping b) Loss of steering c) The effects of momentum
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What force can cause a loaded forklift to tip forward when brakes are applied?
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MOMENTUM
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When the forklift's center of gravity goes beyond the stability area?
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THE FORKLIFT WILL TIP OVER
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True or False...Because the forklifts are designed with the forks in front it is not possible for it to tip backwards.
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FALSE
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The type of forklift which is designed primarily to lift a load straight up with a limited amount of tilt movement forward is the?
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MAST FORKLIFT
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Which of a forklift's four wheel steering capabilities should be used at high speeds or on Highways?
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TWO-WHEEL STEERING, FRONT WHEELS FIXED STRAIGHT AHEAD, REAR WHEELS USED FOR STEERING
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Using a short turning radius when traveling at high speeds can cause overturning due to?
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THE FORCES OF MOMENTUM
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When is it permissible to carry riders while you are operating a forklift?
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NEVER
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If a forklift tips forward ...
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STEERING CONTROL IS LOST
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When traveling up or down a ramp, you can place more traction on the front drive wheels of an unloaded forklift if the forks are?
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KEPT POINTING DOWNHILL
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Rear-wheel steering used by many forklifts?
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a) Cause both ends of the forklift to swing around when turned b) Can cause the load to fall off the forks if the turn is made too fast c) Causes them to act differently from cars, which have front wheel steering
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Do not start a forklift unless.
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a) The controls are in neutral b) The hand brake is set c) You are sitting in the operator's seat
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When may reverse gears be used to slow or stop a forklift traveling forward?
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NEVER
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What things determine how fast a hydraulic system moves?
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a) The distance the controls are moved d) The engine speed
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Jerky movements can be avoided if the operator.
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FEATHERS THE CONTROLS
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If the hydraulic system develops a leak during operation, you should.
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a) Lower the load b) Shut off the engine c) Notify the supervisor
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Job site conditions are?
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IMPORTANT SINCE THEY DETERMINE THE SAFE SPEED AT WHICH A FORKLIFT CAN OPERATE
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If the load being carried obstructs vision, the operator should?
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DRIVE IN REVERSE
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When crossing railroad tracks or other similar rough sections with a loaded forklift you should?
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CROSS THEM DIAGONALLY
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When traveling down a hill or slope you should?
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SAVE THE BRAKES BY USING THE SAME GEAR TO GO DOWN HILL AS WOULD BE USED TO GO UP IT
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When traveling on a slope it is necessary to?
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a) Approach it straight b) Do not turn on the hill c) Do not travel crossways
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When traveling on a floor system which is hollow underneath it is important to know?
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a) The weight of the load and the forklift b) The load capacity of the floor
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When approaching another vehicle stopped in the path of the forklift you are operating you should?
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STOP AND SOUND YOUR HORN
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When you are operating a forklift and approach a vehicle or person alongside your path...
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a) Slow down b) Sound your horn c) Proceed with caution after they have acknowledge your warning
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When you are operating a forklift and approaching a blind corner...
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STOP, SOUND YOUR HORN AND PROCEED SLOWLY
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The rated capacity of a forklift can be found...
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b) On the load chart c) In the manufacturer's manual
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When is it safe to exceed the load limit of a forklift?
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NEVER
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Picking up a load in excess of the safe limits can?
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a) Cause forward tipping b) Cause loss of steering c) Cause the forklift's center of gravity to move too far forward
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An operator may pick up and place a load with a forklift if the load is...
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a) Within the limits the landing point will support b) Within the forklift's rated capacity c) Made up of several small pieces tied or banded together securely
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Before you insert the forks under the load to be picked up, they should be...
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TILTED BACK
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The load will have maximum stability if...
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THE FORK TIPS ARE INSERTED UNTIL IT IS AGAINST THE BACKREST
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Carrying the load on the tips of the forks can?
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a) Act as an unwanted counterweight in front b) Create an unstable load condition c) Result in the load's falling off the forks
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An over-capacity load can be lifted if the load is?
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NONE OF THE ABOVE
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True or False...Carrying a forklift load low INCREASES EFFECTS OF JOLTS FROM ROUGH TERRAIN?
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False
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Driving in reverse requires the operator to use a slower speed because?
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MORE REACTION TIME IS NEEDED TO REACH THE CONTROLS WHEN THE DRIVER IS FACING THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION
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The stability of an unloaded forklift is:
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JUST AS IMPORTANT AS THAT OF ONE CARRYING A LOAD
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When operating a forklift on a job site where there are other vehicles:
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a) Keep to the right when traveling in areas with two way traffic b) Stay 20 feet behind a vehicle in front of you
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When approaching the location where a load will be placed you should?
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PROCEED SLOWLY
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Forklifts that are equipped with hydraulic frame leveling or lift mechanism tilting systems:
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SHOULD BE ADJUSTED BEFORE THE LOAD IS LIFTED
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Ramming the hydraulic lift cylinder's to the end of their stokes can...
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RESULT IN JOLTS WHICH ARE TRANSFERRED TO THE LOAD
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If it is necessary for you to restack the load, you should?
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a) Set the brake before getting off the forklift b) Turn off the engine
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One of the most potentially dangerous times you will encounter is:
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WHEN THE LOAD IS FULLY EXTENDED OVERHEAD
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Before raising a load:
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a) The brakes should be set b) The lifting mechanism should be vertical c) The forklift should be as level as possible
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Outriggers, or stabilizer's, should
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b) Should be set before the load is lifted c) Should be used only to give extra stability
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If a stacked load begins to lean or shift while being raised:
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LOWER THE LOAD AND RESTACK IT
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While a load is being lifted, it should be:
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TILTED SLIGHTLY BACKWARDS
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Before you withdraw the forks from a load that has just been placed you should?
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THEY SHOULD BE NEARLY PARALLEL WITH THE GROUND
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A forklift's ability to lift a load within its limits safely is reduced if?
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a) The front end is sloping down b) The load is too far in front of the front axel c) The lift mechanism is not vertical
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Which of the following is a true statement. When the load is fully extended overhead:
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THE FORKLIFT CAN BE TURNED IF THE MOVEMENT IS SLOW
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Consider the load limit of the scaffold landing point:
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BEFORE PICKING UP THE LOAD THAT IS TO BE LOADED
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Greater dynamic forces are present when you are lifting and moving a load with a?
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CONVERTIBLE FORKLIFT CRANE
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Materials should be stockpiled:
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IN A WELL DRAINED AREA
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It may be necessary for the operator to be given hand signals by a fellow worker if:
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a) Depth perception is not good b) The landing point is at extreme heights c) The operator cannot see the location where the load is to be landed
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When moving a load with a convertible forklift crane:
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THE LOAD AND THE ARM OR MAST SHOULD BE AS LOW AS POSSIBLE
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Inspection of the forklift is the responsibility of:
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THE OPERATOR
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Specific recommendations on intervals between forklift inspections and maintenance:
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ARE LISTED IN THE MANUFACTURERS MANUAL
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Before the engine is started:
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THE CONTROLS SHOULD BE IN NEUTRAL
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Which of the following fluid levels need to be checked regularly?
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a) Oil b) Fuel c) Hydraulic d) Brake
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One of the main safety reasons for checking the proper tire inflation is?
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a) To assure that the forklift will have stability it is designed for b) To make sure it has proper traction c) To make sure steering easier
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If the gauges do not register normal while the forklift is being operated:
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a) Turn off the engine b) Notify your supervisor
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The hydraulic system should be checked by:
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OPERATING EACH HYDRAULIC ACTION THROUGH ITS FULL CYCLE
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When you are operating a forklift, which of the following signs indicate imminent danger?
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a) Faulty brakes b) Faulty steering c) Faulty hydraulic mechanism
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When using jumper cables to start a forklift with a low battery:
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ALWAYS MAKE THE FINAL CONNECTION TO THE FRAME OF THE FORKLIFT WITH THE LOW BATTERY
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Which of the following statements is not true about the jumper cable safety?
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ALWAYS MAKE THE FIRST CONNECTION TO THE LOW BATTERY
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Fork trucks in a warehouse environment should?
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STAY TO THE RIGHT AND 20 FEET BACK FROM ANOTHER FORK TRUCK TRAVELING IN YOUR DIRECTION.
