A telehandler operator is placing a pallet of roofing shingles onto a two-story building. The load is within the telehandler's capacity for the selected boom extension and angle. As the operator extends the boom, they notice the rear wheels beginning to lift slightly off the ground. What immediate action should the operator take?

Question: A telehandler operator is placing a pallet of roofing shingles onto a two-story building. The load is within the telehandler's capacity for the selected boom extension and angle. As the operator extends the boom, they notice the rear wheels beginning to lift slightly off the ground. What immediate action should the operator take?

Answer options: ✅ Retract the boom slowly and lower the load slightly.

• Increase engine RPM to provide more stability.
• Attempt to lower the boom further to increase forward stability.
• Continue extending the boom cautiously as long as the load is within capacity.

Correct answer: Retract the boom slowly and lower the load slightly.

Explanation: If the rear wheels are lifting, it indicates the telehandler is becoming unstable and is nearing its tipping point. Retracting the boom and/or lowering the load will shift the centre of gravity back towards stability. Increasing RPM or continuing to extend the boom would exacerbate the instability.