OSHA Forklift Certification Practice Test· OSHA (29 CFR 1910.178)
A counterbalanced forklift is supported at three points that form what shape?
Choices
- AThe stability triangleCorrect
- BThe load square
- CThe balance circle
- DThe traction rectangle
Answer
The stability triangle
A counterbalanced forklift is supported at the two front wheels and the pivot at the center of the rear steer axle; connecting these points forms the stability triangle.
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