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HS&E MAP practice question: Plant and workplace transport (3 of 4)

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A telehandler on your site will lift loads near the edge of a slope.

What does HSE say about the ground?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Any ground is fine if the driver is skilled
  2. B. Slopes are safer, as loads roll off
  3. C. Only the weather matters
  4. D. It should be prepared, flat and graded
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Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Unsuitable ground can make the machine overturn.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Slopes make overturning more likely.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. The ground is critical to stability.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says telehandlers should be used on prepared, flat and graded surfaces, as they can overturn when lifting.

Explanation

Use telehandlers on prepared, flat ground, never travel with a raised load, and use only trained, authorised drivers.

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