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When travelling with a load, what is the safest mast and fork position?
To maintain stability and improve visibility while travelling, the load should be carried with the mast tilted back and the forks as low as possible, typically
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Question: When travelling with a load, what is the safest mast and fork position?
Answer options: ✅ Mast tilted back, forks as low as possible.
- Mast tilted forward, forks at eye level.
- Mast vertical, forks raised for clearance.
- Mast tilted back, forks fully extended.
Correct answer: Mast tilted back, forks as low as possible.
Explanation: To maintain stability and improve visibility while travelling, the load should be carried with the mast tilted back and the forks as low as possible, typically 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 inches) from the ground.
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