Question

course exam
deandre needs to park the forklift for a couple minutes and go around the corner to pick up some paperwork. what should he do?
set the parking brake and leave it running until he returns.
put it in neutral and set the brake while it’s running.
lower the forks and put it in neutral while he’s away.
lower the forks, put it in neutral, set the brake, and shut off the power.

Explanation:

Proper forklift parking procedures require securing the vehicle safely: lower forks to the ground to eliminate fall hazards, shift to neutral to prevent unintended movement, set the parking brake for stability, and shut off power to avoid accidental operation or fuel waste during the absence.

Answer:

Lower the forks, put it in neutral, set the brake, and shut off the power.