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If a sit-down counterbalanced forklift begins to tip over sideways, what is the safest action for the operator to take?

In a tip-over, the safest action is to stay in the seat, grip the steering wheel firmly, brace your feet, and lean away from the point of impact. Jumping usuall

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Question: If a sit-down counterbalanced forklift begins to tip over sideways, what is the safest action for the operator to take?

Answer options: ✅ Stay in the seat, grip the wheel, brace your feet, and lean away from the impact

  • Jump as far away from the machine as possible in the direction it is falling
  • Attempt to jump out the side opposite of where the machine is tipping
  • Stand up and hold onto the overhead guard overhead support bars

Correct answer: Stay in the seat, grip the wheel, brace your feet, and lean away from the impact

Explanation: In a tip-over, the safest action is to stay in the seat, grip the steering wheel firmly, brace your feet, and lean away from the point of impact. Jumping usually leads to being crushed by the overhead guard.

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