Question

1 what should you never do on a slope or grade?
a. point empty forks downgrade
b. turn
c. point the load upgrade
d. operate in reverse

Explanation:

Identify the safety hazard on slopes

Turning a forklift on an incline, slope, or grade shifts its center of gravity outside the stability triangle, which dramatically increases the risk of a lateral tip-over.

Evaluate the options

• A. Point empty forks downgrade: This is a standard safe practice when driving an unloaded forklift down a slope.
• B. Turn: Turning on a slope is extremely dangerous and strictly prohibited due to tip-over hazards.
• C. Point the load upgrade: This is the correct safe procedure when carrying a load on a slope to prevent it from slipping off.
• D. Operate in reverse: Operating in reverse is required when driving a loaded forklift down a slope or an unloaded forklift up a slope.

Answer:

• A. Point empty forks downgrade
• B. Turn (Correct answer)
• C. Point the load upgrade
• D. Operate in reverse