Forklift High Risk Work Licence (TLILIC0004) Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (1–10)

Question 1

What does the rated capacity on a forklift data plate refer to?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

The maximum load the forklift can carry under specified conditions. The rated capacity is the maximum load the forklift can safely lift as specified on the data plate under defined conditions (load centre, lift height).

Question 2

A forklift data plate shows a capacity of 2,000 kg at a 500 mm load centre. If the actual load centre is 600 mm, what happens to the safe working capacity?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

It decreases. Moving the load centre further from the mast reduces the effective capacity because the leverage on the forklift increases.

Question 3

Where must the data plate be located on a forklift?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

In a clearly visible position on the forklift. Regulations require the data plate to be affixed in a clearly visible position so the operator can check it before every lift.

Question 4

What is the load centre distance on a standard forklift?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

The horizontal distance from the fork face to the centre of gravity of the load. Load centre is measured horizontally from the vertical face of the forks to the assumed centre of gravity of the load.

Question 5

You need to lift a load that exceeds the forklift's rated capacity. What should you do?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Do not attempt the lift; use a higher-capacity forklift or other lifting equipment. Lifting above rated capacity risks tipping the forklift and must never be attempted.

Question 6

Which factor does NOT directly affect the safe working load of a forklift?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Tyre pressure on the rear wheels. Tyre pressure affects ride comfort and traction but is not listed on the data plate as a variable that changes rated capacity.

Question 7

When an attachment such as a side-shifter is fitted to a forklift, what must the operator check?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

The revised data plate showing the de-rated capacity with the attachment. Any attachment adds weight and changes the load centre, so a revised data plate must be consulted.

Question 8

A load is unevenly distributed so its centre of gravity is well to one side. What is the correct action?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Reposition or re-sling the load to bring the centre of gravity closer to the fork centre. An off-centre load can cause lateral tip-over. Repositioning the load before lifting is the correct action.

Question 9

The forklift data plate has been removed or is illegible. What must the operator do?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

Take the forklift out of service until the data plate is replaced. Without a legible data plate the operator cannot determine the safe working load; the machine must be tagged out until the plate is replaced.

Question 10

What does 'de-rated capacity' mean in the context of forklift attachments?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

The reduced safe load limit when a non-standard attachment is fitted. Attachments add weight and shift the load centre, so manufacturers issue a de-rated capacity to reflect the new, lower safe limit.

Forklift High Risk Work Licence (TLILIC0004) Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (1–10)

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