Forklift Safety Quiz

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While carrying a load up an incline, the forklift operator should…
  • (A)  Drive in reverse
  • (B)  Drive forward
  • (C)  Either one of the above
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Hint:
The load should be kept uphill regardless of the direction of travel.
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Correct answer is:
  • (B)  Drive forward
Explanation:
While moving a load uphill, the forklift operator should drive forward, point forks uphill, and use a spotter in case the view is blocked due to the load. When moving an empty forklift on a ramp, the forks should be downhill, regardless of the direction of travel.
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