Driving a high capacity telehandler with a boom raised is a threat to the workers, pedestrians, and other people who are working on the site. Traveling or driving with a suspended load is something that every operator should avoid unless required in a critical situation. Traveling with the boom raised above the normal transport position is an open invitation to an onsite accident that is fatal and causes death. It has the effect of raising the height of the center of gravity (COG) of the high capacity telehandler and can make the telehandler more likely to overturn, especially on lateral slopes. In addition, the load will tend to "swing" causing additional dynamic side loads which will Increase the risk of overturning the telehandler. Steps To Take When High Capacity Telehandler Has Raised Boom With a high probability of tip and fall accidents, the raised boom with suspended loads should be treated without harming anyone at the site. There are some steps to be taken by the operator for safety and security.
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February 2023
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