Test Questions for “Operator” Certification of Operation of Metransport Vehicles and Trailers Operator Quiz NameEmail 1 / 10 1. When proceeding down a grade change involving an incline, either with a Trailer attached or only operating a Vehicle, the following are the best practices for negotiating an incline: A. Prior to proceeding down an incline, engage full throttle to increase speed to quickly proceed through the incline and reestablish contact with level ground. you need to have the B. All of the above. C. When approaching the incline, slow the vehicle down, honk, let off the throttle, and use the brake appropriately. D. Stop the vehicle, unhook the trailer if so equipped, and separately “walk” the vehicle and trailer down the incline, reattaching if applicable when reestablishing contact with level ground. 2 / 10 2. In order to correctly connect a Metransport trailer to a Metransport vehicle, before proceeding, the Operator should do the following: A. All of the above. B. Sitting in the operating position on the vehicle, reach over your shoulder and grab the attached trailer steering tiller arm to pull the trailer, and you are ready to tow. C. Assuring the vehicle is on a slope with emergency detent engaged, roll the trailer up to the back of the vehicle. Using a ratcheting tie down strap, wrap the strap around the chassis of the trailer and the rear bumper of the vehicle, and rachet it tight and you are ready to tow. D. Confirm the trailer steering tiller arm is securely connected to its storage brackets on the trailer; rotate trailer four-wheel steering arm from side to side to assure 100% free movement; on level ground, pull the Vehicle directly ahead of the trailer and match up the fixed trailer tow arm to the heim Joint located on the vehicle using the pin connected to the tongue of trailer. 3 / 10 3. If, during operation, the operator safety system sounds the vehicle horn, the operator should, immediately: A. Slow down, make sure your path is clear, upon any discovery of an obstruction or personnel, yield right of way so as to avoid contact or creating apprehension in pedestrian(s) if in proximity. B. Engage full throttle, and increase Vehicle to maximum speed to get away from the area where the horn sounded. C. None of the above. D. Throw the vehicle in reverse and engage full throttle. 4 / 10 4. To power up the Metransport Vehicle for operation, along with turning the master key switch clock wise, to the “On” position, the operator must do the following before moving the vehicle: A. Check 360 degrees around the vehicle for obstructions, pedestrians in front of or behind the Vehicle. B. Place both hands on the steering tiller, with hand brake engaged, but not in the parking brake detent position, and twist grip throttle (counterclockwise) in the off position. C. Make sure the battery charging cable is fully stowed and the dust cover engaged. D. Sit on the vehicle Seat with both feet on the aluminum diamond plate foot rests, in such a way to break the laser interlock beam on both footrests, this will cause the active light to turn green. E. Make sure the seat height is adjusted to the proper height for the operator. F. All of the above. 5 / 10 5. The maximum weight a Metransport Vehicle can carry is: A. 50 pounds, as the vehicle is designed for small, lightweight operators. B. The vehicle does not have a weight restriction C. None of the above. D. A total of a maximum of 500 pounds, including operator and cargo, which may be limited to a lesser weight due to the requirement the operator and cargo be safely and securely located near the outside dimensions of the vehicle and front bin, and the actual grade the vehicle will be required to climb. 6 / 10 6. Never permit the Metransport Vehicle and/or Trailer to: A. Be left unattended with the master key switch located in the vehicle. B. Parked on an incline. C. Block fire isles; Emergency equipment; elevators; hallways; stairways; doorways and emergency and other exits. D. All of the above. 7 / 10 7. Which of the following indicates the operator must plug in and charge the battery pack before operation: A. At least eight “green” bars on the indicator are illuminated. B. None of the above. C. At least 5 “green” bars on the indicator are illuminated. D. All of the above. E. The “amber” bar on the indicator is flashing red. 8 / 10 8. TRUE or FALSE When operating a Metransport vehicle, with or without a Metransport trailer, the operator should: Be vigilant, constantly scanning the area in front of the vehicle, and/or trailer, to make sure the area is clear of pedestrians and obstructions, and the vehicle and trailer will “fit” through hallways and doorways ahead or behind, honking the vehicle horn before entering any blind corners or to warn pedestrians or other equipment in close proximity. Always yield right of way to pedestrians and other equipment. A. True B. False 9 / 10 9. The maximum weight a Metransport cargo trailer can carry is: A. The recommended maximum weight is specified by Metransport for the specific trailer, but a general rule is no more than 800lbs for the 40’’- 72’’ trailers B. All of the above. C. Trailers have no weight restrictions and can be loaded as heavy as you would like D. Trailers can be loaded with a maximum weight of 250lbs 10 / 10 10. If the Metransport vehicle and/or trailer is equipped with air filled tires, the operating pressure of the tires and frequency of checking tire pressure should be: A. 100 lbs. PSI; with pressure checks, only when a tire is flat. B. 50 lbs. PSI; with pressure checks, once a month. C. 42 lbs. PSI; with pressure checks at least daily, preferably prior to operation. D. 35 lbs. PSI; with pressure checks at least daily, preferably prior to operation. Your score isThe average score is 83% 0% Restart quiz
