During a lift, the operator observes the telehandler's boom angle indicator showing 50 degrees and the load radius indicator showing 7 metres. The load chart for this telehandler indicates a capacity of 1200 kg at a 50-degree boom angle and a 7-metre load radius. The current load is a 1000 kg pallet of shingles. What conclusion can the operator draw?

Question: During a lift, the operator observes the telehandler's boom angle indicator showing 50 degrees and the load radius indicator showing 7 metres. The load chart for this telehandler indicates a capacity of 1200 kg at a 50-degree boom angle and a 7-metre load radius. The current load is a 1000 kg pallet of shingles. What conclusion can the operator draw?

Answer options:

• The load is too heavy for the current boom angle and radius. ✅ The lift is within the telehandler's rated capacity for these parameters.
• The telehandler is operating at its maximum permissible forward reach.
• The boom angle is too steep, increasing the risk of forward tip.

Correct answer: The lift is within the telehandler's rated capacity for these parameters.

Explanation: Since the 1000 kg load is less than the 1200 kg capacity at the specified boom angle and load radius, the lift is within the telehandler's rated capacity. Therefore, it is safe to proceed under these conditions, assuming other safety factors are met.