You are preparing a telehandler for a job lifting pre-cast concrete barriers. During the fork inspection, you notice a 15 mm crack extending from the heel of one fork arm. The manufacturer's guidelines state that forks should be replaced if any crack is visible. What is the required action?

Question: You are preparing a telehandler for a job lifting pre-cast concrete barriers. During the fork inspection, you notice a 15 mm crack extending from the heel of one fork arm. The manufacturer's guidelines state that forks should be replaced if any crack is visible. What is the required action?

Answer options: ✅ Tag out the telehandler and report the defect for immediate repair/replacement of the fork.

• Continue using the telehandler, but reduce the load capacity by 20%.
• Monitor the crack during the shift and re-inspect at the end of the day.
• Weld the crack and conduct a minor load test before resuming operations.

Correct answer: Tag out the telehandler and report the defect for immediate repair/replacement of the fork.

Explanation: Cracks indicate structural integrity failure and significantly compromise the fork's strength. As per CSA B354.7 and provincial OHS regulations, cracked forks require immediate removal from service and replacement.