When a forklift is parked, which statements are correct?

When a forklift is parked, which statements are correct?

• A. I, II, & III
• B. I & II only
• C. I & III only
• D. I only

Answer: (C)

Parking a forklift safely is all about preventing movement and keeping the load stable. The two correct actions are the ones that immobilize the forklift: lower the forks to the floor so they can’t tip over or catch on anything, and secure the machine so it can’t be moved—typically by turning off the power and removing the key (or setting the parking brake) so the truck cannot be started. These steps reduce the chance of the forklift rolling away or the load shifting. Statements suggesting leaving the forks up or leaving the ignition on would not meet safe parking practice, so they aren’t correct.

Parking a forklift safely is all about preventing movement and keeping the load stable. The two correct actions are the ones that immobilize the forklift: lower the forks to the floor so they can’t tip over or catch on anything, and secure the machine so it can’t be moved—typically by turning off the power and removing the key (or setting the parking brake) so the truck cannot be started. These steps reduce the chance of the forklift rolling away or the load shifting. Statements suggesting leaving the forks up or leaving the ignition on would not meet safe parking practice, so they aren’t correct.