How should the forks be positioned when lifting a load?

How should the forks be positioned when lifting a load?

• A. Forks behind the load
• B. Forks at the center of gravity
• C. Place forks under the load, fully inserted, centered between forks
• D. Forks on the outside edges of the pallet

Answer: (C)

Stability during lifting comes from how the forks support the load. The forks should be fully under the load so the entire weight rests on them, not just on the tips or edges. When the load is centered between the two forks, the weight’s center of gravity sits between the forks, keeping the load balanced and reducing the risk of tipping as you move it. If the forks aren’t fully under the load or if the load sits behind or at the edges, the weight isn’t distributed evenly and can shift or tilt, making handling unsafe.

Stability during lifting comes from how the forks support the load. The forks should be fully under the load so the entire weight rests on them, not just on the tips or edges. When the load is centered between the two forks, the weight’s center of gravity sits between the forks, keeping the load balanced and reducing the risk of tipping as you move it. If the forks aren’t fully under the load or if the load sits behind or at the edges, the weight isn’t distributed evenly and can shift or tilt, making handling unsafe.