Forklift certification Certification Forklift certification Load Handling and Stability 3

Question 1

An off-center or unbalanced load affects stability by doing what?

Accepted Answer

Shifting the center of gravity toward one side, reducing lateral stability

Answer

An unevenly distributed load moves the center of gravity sideways, making a tip-over more likely.

Question 2

Before lifting a load, why should you check that the forks are spread as wide as the load allows?

Accepted Answer

To distribute weight evenly and improve load stability

Answer

Wider fork spacing supports the load more evenly and reduces the chance of it tipping or shifting.

Question 3

What should you do if a load is too heavy for the forklift's rated capacity?

Accepted Answer

Do not lift it; use a truck rated for the load or split the load

Answer

Never exceed rated capacity; use an appropriate truck or break the load into smaller pieces.

Question 4

How does traveling with the load raised high (rather than low) affect tip-over risk?

Accepted Answer

It greatly increases tip-over risk

Answer

A raised load raises the center of gravity and dramatically increases the risk of tipping.

Question 5

When a load blocks your forward view, what is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Travel in reverse or use a spotter

Answer

If the load obstructs the view, operate in reverse (except up ramps) or use a signal person.

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