Question

please select the best answer.
when picking up a load with the forks, the operator must:
spread the forks as wide as possible
make sure the load is cradled by the fork carriage
carefully pick up the load, raise it to travel position and tilt the forks back slightly to cradle the load
all of the above

Explanation:

Analyze the requirements for picking up a load with a forklift

• Spreading the forks as wide as possible ensures maximum stability under the load.
• Ensuring the load is cradled by the fork carriage (fully engaged against the backrest) keeps the center of gravity close to the forklift.
• Carefully picking up the load, raising it to travel height, and tilting the forks back slightly stabilizes the load during transport.

Evaluate the options

• Since all three individual actions are standard, safe forklift operating procedures, "All of the above" is the correct choice.

Answer:

• (A) Spread the forks as wide as possible
• (B) Make sure the load is cradled by the fork carriage
• (C) Carefully pick up the load, raise it to travel position and tilt the forks back slightly to cradle the load
• (D) All of the above (Correct answer)